Athletic Director

POSITION TITLE: Athletic Director - HS/MS

DIRECT SUPERVISOR: HS Principal

CONTRACT TERM: Aug-May

SALARY: $11,673-$21,819 DOE

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled

START DATE: Aug 1, 2025

Submit your application materials at: https://www.applitrack.com/southroutt/onlineapp/

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Under the direction of the SOROCO HS/MS Principal, the Athletic Director assists the school administrator in the oversight and organization of all aspects of the SOROCO middle and high school athletic programs to create a positive and rewarding experience for the student athletes of the school district.

MISSION

The athletic department will facilitate students to become people of character, empathy and integrity, who will lead, be responsible, and have confidence in their choices.

All students are encouraged to participate and to learn to manage time, athletics, and the art of communication. Our most important goal is to provide a positive experience which can be used for the foundation for strong leadership. Our programs are open to all students from novice to advanced.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Athletics

• Coordinate all aspects of the Grades 6-12 athletic program, which include recruiting athletes, scheduling,

transportation, eligibility management, coaches, athletes and parent meetings, coordinate referees and game management

• Maintain detailed and accurate records for all events.
• Work with the HR manager for personnel management, which includes hiring, training, supervision and

evaluation of all coaches or other employees associated with the athletic program.

• Supervise and manage all athletic events. This includes supervising games or arranging for supervision

with the other building administrators, providing referees when needed, concessions, scheduling and promotion.

• Work with the finance director to manage the budget and ensure proper allocation of funds for all

activities and athletic programs.

• Oversee and maintain the eligibility process for athletes in relation to academics, health and residential

eligibility.

• Ensure that SOROCO is in complete compliance with all Colorado High School Activities Association

(CHSAA) and SOROCO High School policies and procedures.

• Maintain necessary communication and compliance with CHSAA as the high school liaison, including

attending league meetings.

• Maintain all athletic facilities by working with maintenance staff for pre and post event needs.
• Perform all duties required by the Western Slope 2A League and attend league meetings.
• Work with the Booster Club.
• Promote sportsmanship and school spirit, while creating a positive, rewarding experience for all.
• Communicate with the community, parents and students concerning the Athletic Program.

General Building Administrator Duties

• Work with the other building administrators to help form a cohesive team where we support, trust and

help each other accomplish our respective duties.

• Assume responsibility for all duties of school management when principals are out of the building.
• Help deal with student discipline when necessary.
• Declare awareness of school philosophy, academic programs and what this school is all about.
• Coordinate the transportation requests and oversee field trips.
• Communicate clearly with the other building administrators when assistance is needed in accomplishing

any of the above responsibilities.

• Work with and effectively communicate with all district administrators and directors.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Coordinate and verify all coaches are CPR Certified
• Three to five years prior experience as Athletic/Activities Director preferred, but not required.
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with administrators, teachers, students, parents, and community members.
• Ability to conduct studies, prepare reports and make oral presentations.
• Computer knowledge required.
• Ability to compile statistics for research and reports.
• Ability to discipline students in keeping with school and district procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Teacher and/or Administrator experience preferred.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Decision Making

Language Skills

Mathematical Skills

Reasoning and Multi-Tasking Abilities

Technology Skills

Physical Demands: Persons performing service in this position classification may exert 5-50 pounds of force to frequently lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. This job involves sitting, standing, moving quickly and being stationary. Applicants must be able to perceive the nature of sound, near and far visual acuity, depth perception, providing verbal instructions, have the manual dexterity to operate job related equipment, and handle working with various materials and objects.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

This information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.

2.3.2025

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $11,673.00 - $21,819.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $11,673 - $21,819