What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Athletic Director position at State College Area School District?
The State College Area School District (SCASD) is a nationally acclaimed district of 6,800 students within a vibrant education-focused community with over 2,000 employees and a budget of $205 million. The State College community includes Penn State University, a large, diverse university with a proud international presence. Reflective of our population, equity, and inclusivity are at the forefront of our work with every student.
The District seeks a dynamic, energetic, and inspiring leader to help manage and oversee SCASD’s athletic program.
The successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to ensure every student has opportunities to support SCASD’s mission to grow, thrive, and fulfill their potential through caring, responsive education. Our District has engaged families and community members who strongly support education by establishing partnerships to improve all students' learning experiences and opportunities.
The Assistant Athletic Director is responsible for:
- Serving as the District’s Student Activity Administrator, including partnering with club sports in all aspects of administrative responsibilities associated with club sports.
- Assisting the Athletic Director in:
- Organizing, coordinating, supervising, evaluating, and administering the District’s athletic program and sports teams.
- Ensuring compliance with governance rules and league policies and acting, when appropriate and under the leadership of the Athletic Director, as a liaison with selectors, leagues, and government agencies.
- Overseeing the scheduling, issuing, and reviewing of contracts with officials and opposing teams for all athletic contests.
- Coordinating the scheduling and/or rescheduling of postponed PIAA, IM, and Club Sports events.
- Planning, organizing, and scheduling ticket sales using the online ticketing platform.
- Scheduling and conducting fall, winter, and spring preseason coaches meetings.
- Coordinating team travel, game schedule, and practice sessions.
- Coordinating with transportation, grounds and facilities, security, and medical supervision, arranging for physician coverage (as necessary), and event staff for contests throughout the school year.
- Preparing and scheduling student athlete registration.
Requirements:
A bachelor’s degree is required, with a minimum of one to two years of experience in sports management or athletic administration.
- Must possess effective interpersonal skills and can interface diplomatically with teachers, administrators, parents, students, support staff, and outside professional contacts.
- Understand and implement all compliance and sports governing standards, as well as adherence to District policies and procedures.
- Exhibit discretion and handle confidential student and employee information.
- Use effective verbal and written communication.
- Handle stress and emotions in a manner that serves to defuse potentially volatile situations.
If you desire to serve in this role, provide your cover letter, resume, and three professional references at https://www.scasd.org/Domain/66. SCASD strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply. Applicants should submit materials by March 4, 2025.
The State College Area School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
