Athletic Director

Position Profile

General Responsibilities

• Recruit, mentor, and support coaches in all sports programs, ensuring they align with the school’s mission and values.
• Provide professional development opportunities and resources to enhance coaching effectiveness.
• Foster a collaborative coaching environment that prioritizes character development, teamwork, and spiritual growth.
• Ensure all coaches meet certification and compliance requirements.

• Promote a Christ-centered approach to athletics that emphasizes character, integrity, and sportsmanship.
• Support student-athletes academically, spiritually, and physically, encouraging growth in all areas of life.
• Oversee strength and conditioning programs to enhance performance and injury prevention.
• Provide guidance on college recruitment for student-athletes pursuing collegiate sports.

• Develop and implement a vision for improving athletic facilities, including fields, gyms, and training areas.
• Work with administration and stakeholders to secure funding and resources for facility upgrades.
• Oversee the maintenance, scheduling and rentals of all athletic facilities and equipment.
• Oversee Athletic Boosters program.

• Foster a strong sense of community, enthusiasm, and pride in the school’s athletic programs.
• Organize events that promote school spirit, including pep rallies, athletic celebrations, media days, and student engagement activities.
• Encourage student, faculty, and parent involvement in athletic events.
• Collaborate with school leadership to ensure athletics contributes positively to the overall school culture.

• Develop and manage the athletic department budget efficiently and responsibly.
• Ensure all athletic programs comply with state and league regulations, including safety protocols and eligibility requirements. (MIAC, MHSAA)
• Schedule and coordinate athletic events, practices, games, and transportation.
• Communicate effectively with parents, staff, and the broader school community regarding athletic updates and achievements.
• Coordinate with Athletics Assistant and/or Athletic Boosters for game day preparations – scheduling officials, supervision, volunteers, trainer, admissions, etc.

Administration

• Reports to the Secondary Principal
• Year-round position

Personal Characteristics and Skills of Applicant

• Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Able to give positive affirmations
• Assessment skills
• Trustworthy
• Patience and understanding
• Interpersonal skills

• A strong personal commitment to Jesus Christ and the ability to integrate faith into athletics.
• Is a member in good standing at a local Christian church.
• Is in whole-hearted agreement with OCS statement of faith documents.
• Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Education, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Previous experience in athletic administration, coaching, or leadership in a Christian school setting.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop coaches and student-athletes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Visionary mindset with the ability to plan and execute long-term athletic program growth.
• Understanding of athletic facility development, budgeting, and fundraising.
• Commitment to promoting school spirit and fostering a positive culture on OCS campus and at other school communities.
• Certification in CPR, first aid, AED (or willingness to obtain)
• CDL license & endorsement to drive a school bus (or willingness to obtain)