Director of Athletics

To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references to:

Employment@mercyhs.com

Job Title: Director of Athletics – Full Time – 12 - Month Position (1.0 FTE)

About Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women Our Lady of Mercy is an Independent Catholic all-girls middle and high school deeply rooted in the Mercy faith tradition. We welcome all girls in grades six through twelve — inclusive of all incomes, races, and faith affiliations — who are seeking an alternative to public school or who wish to continue to pursue a faith-based education. We have a strong history of providing quality education to young women, empowering them to excel academically, spiritually, socially, and emotionally. Our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive community, along with a dedication to Mercy values, sets us apart as a leader in Catholic education. Mercy builds life-changing competence, confidence, and compassion that prepares and inspires young women to achieve the highest level of success in college, in career, and the community.

Job Summary: The role of the Director of Athletics is to manage all facets of the athletic program, including scheduling, hiring coaches, promoting programs and events, ordering equipment, constructing budgets, and facilitating operations. The Director of Athletics will collaborate with the Principal to promote the growth in body, mind, and spirit of all student athletes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Schedules and facilitates all athletic contests, which may include recruiting and arranging medical, safety, and other support staff; coordinating use of athletic facilities; and completing and maintaining contracts and similar documentation

• Collaborates with the School Nurse on athletic eligibility, including physicals, parental permission, and required immunizations

• Coordinates with local media and Director of Marketing and Communications to ensure coverage of athletic events and recognition of athletes and coaches

• Recommends repairs for all equipment, fields, and facilities to the facilities manager

• Coordinates with maintenance to maintain athletic fields, prepare fields for competition, and maintain the gymnasium

• Oversees the annual inventory of uniforms, equipment, and other materials; orders equipment and uniforms when necessary

• Oversees and maintains athletic budget in coordination with the Principal and Vice President of Finance and Operations

• Maintains a student database of participation and accomplishments, including seasonal awards

• Evaluates coaches throughout their specific season

• Reviews and revises coaches’ handbook annually in coordination with the Principal and Director of Human Resources

• Represents Mercy in all athletic business within the league and Section V

• Maintains active membership for professional development in the Chapter 5 and NYS Athletic Administrators Association Revised 3.2025

• Enforces and interprets all athletic regulations as specified by NYSPHSAA

• Upholds the mission of Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women

• Demonstrates the Mercy charisms and acts as a role model of world-class learning

• Promotes the Mercy values and Critical Concerns in our community

• Participates in Mercy traditions and celebrations

Required Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in physical education, sports management, or a related field

• Preferred - master's degree in business, sports management, or education administration

• At least five years of experience in teaching, educational administration, and/or coaching

• Current Athletic Coach certification

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent managerial skills

• Ability to create, execute, and implement budgets

• Ability to plan and implement teaching and coaching assignments

• Willingness to work towards Certification in Athletic Administration (CAA)

In addition to key responsibilities, the Director of Athletics will perform other duties as assigned.

Pay Range:

• $70,000 - $80,000 a year (salary commensurate with experience). This is a full-time, exempt position.

“The information provided in this job description is designed to provide the general nature and level of work performed by team members within the job classification. The job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all work duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of team members assigned to this job. This job description will be updated, modified, and revised by the school, at its sole discretion, from time to time as it deems necessary to meet the business needs of the school.”

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women has a clear vision: to be a place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay, and do their best work. Helping us achieve this vision is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Accordingly, all applicants for employment are to be treated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or citizen status, disability, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This policy pertains to every aspect of an individual’s relationship with the school, including but not limited to recruitment, selection, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, or termination.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000 - $80,000