ATHLETIC DIRECTOR

Qualifications

Master's Degree

Possess or ability to secure an IVP Fingerprint Card.

Arizona Administrator License

Must have excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite)

Two to three years or more of administrative experience

Three (3) or more years of experience working as an Assistant Athletic Director, athletic programs and /or coaching.

SEI endorsement (or able to attain the endorsement)

Valid Arizona Driver's License.

Effective written and oral communication

CPR/First Aid Certified

Have or be able to obtain: NIAAA Certification

AIA Certification (coaching, referee pay, etc.) : Bus Driver Certification.

Ability to develop presentations in WORD, PowerPoint, Excel or the equivalent in Google Docs

Duties & Responsibilities

Attend bi-weekly administrative meetings.

Attend all regional and state Athletic Director meetings (virtual and/or in person)

Responsible for all aspects of the Athletic Budgets.

Ensures coaching staff and programs are fully compliant with district and /or AIA guidelines and adhere to policies and procedures.

Responsible for input of all requisitions in Visons according to the athletic budget and do so according to established deadlines.

Responsible for determining and running student eligibility according to district policies and deadlines (this is not the responsibility of the building registrars) grade checks frequently.

Establish the physical and academic requirements of eligibility for participation in each sport and verify each athlete's eligibility including concussion training and opioid education.

Maintains a master calendar of athletic events for all schools within our district.

Organizes indoor and outdoor sports activities (e.g. Athletic contest, tournaments, transportation, transportation, radio broadcasts, press release, award programs, etc.).

Implement virtual/digital communications: Blackboard, YouTube, ZOOM, Google Meets, etc.)

Coordinates coaching subscriptions with AZ Mile split, Hudi and Final Forms:

Expect to attend all home games and be available to work nights and weekends as needed.

Create frequent flyers and advertisements for sports activities.

Manages the student/parent permission forms, insurance, validations, sports physicals requirement, and emergency contact information to ensure all athletic files are complete.

Coordinates meals and overnight travel arrangements for athletic events:

Coordinates transportation requests for athletic trips with the district transportation department:

Coordinates facilities use and specific preparation for all athletic events with building principal and maintenance director:

Coordinates game management and ensure proper game supervision:

Provides leadership in the selection, assignment, and evaluation of athletic coaches and other staff.

Arranges for officials, EMT, and local authorities, and assume responsibility for the proper supervision of home games:

Monitors budget, expenditures, fund balance, and related financial activities (e.g. deposit of game receipts, fundraisers, etc.):

Completes end-of-year sports inventories for each school site:

Recommend coaching personnel to the board and evaluate their performance.

Routinely holds meetings with coaches as, necessary to keep them informed on matters pertaining to the athletic program:

Supports coaches and classroom teachers for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of established athletic activities, curriculum and/or individual student plans:

Perform additional or other duties as assigned by Superintendent.

Position Goal

To support the vision, mission and core values of the SUSD. To adhere to all procedures and policies in the best interest of the district. To professionally carry out assigned duties while seeking to improve process and skillset. Commitment to fostering a collaborative attitude and good sportsmanship for all athletes.

Housing is available.