Assistant Athletic Director

San Domenico School; San Anselmo, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

San Domenico School is seeking an Assistant Athletic Director to help lead and strengthen its K–12 athletics program. The role blends program development, athletic administration, coaching, and daily operations, with leadership emphasis on Lower and Middle School athletics and smooth Middle-to-Upper School transitions.

You will advance athletic performance, coaching development, and department communications while supporting events, safety, and compliance across CIF, NCS, and league guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience in athletic administration or a related field.
• Proficiency with Mac, iPad, Google Drive, and MS Office Suite.
• CSCS certification or comparable training preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to inspire and motivate young athletes.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and occasional weekends for athletic events.
• Valid California driver's license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to strengthen student-athlete participation and retention, especially in transitions from Middle to Upper School.
• Partner with Admissions and Middle School leadership to strengthen K–12 athletics alignment and engagement.
• Provide leadership for Lower and Middle School athletic programs, including oversight of CYO and youth leagues.
• Oversee athletic performance and coaching development, including strength and conditioning programs.
• Serve as the head coach for at least one athletic team per year.
• Ensure department-wide compliance with safety standards and CIF, NCS, and league policies.
• Manage department communication tools (TeamSnap) and coordinate hiring of officials for home contests.
• Plan and execute department events such as sports banquets and orientations.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Coaching

Flexibility

Event planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Mac

iPad

Google Drive

MS Office Suite

Job description

San Domenico School is a K–12 independent school located on a 515-acre campus in Marin County. The school is rooted in academic excellence and a strong commitment to community, service, and student development. San Domenico offers a comprehensive athletics program that emphasizes competitive integrity, sportsmanship, and balance between academics and athletics. Our expansive campus features an on-site trail network, providing a premier environment for mountain biking.

About the Role

The Assistant Athletic Director works closely with the Director of Athletics to help lead and strengthen San Domenico’s K–12 athletics program. This is a broad, hands-on role combining program development, athletic administration, coaching, and daily operations.

The Assistant Athletic Director will take particular leadership in Lower and Middle School athletics, help develop and implement strategies that strengthen student-athlete participation and retention from Middle to Upper School, support the continued development of athletic performance and coaching programs, and help ensure the effective operation of athletics across the School.

The position also plays an important role in department-wide communication, scheduling, event management, and compliance and serves as a visible point of contact for coaches, student-athletes, and families.

The Assistant Athletic Director will actively advance San Domenico’s mission and foster an athletic culture grounded in competitive excellence, sportsmanship, student development, and the School’s core values of study, reflection, service, and community.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to strengthen student-athlete participation and retention, with particular attention to the transition from Middle to Upper School.
• Partner with Admissions, Middle School leadership, and the Director of Athletics to develop events, outreach, and other strategies that strengthen alignment and engagement across the K–12 athletics program.
• Provide leadership for Lower and Middle School athletic programs, including oversight of CYO and youth leagues.
• Oversee athletic performance and coaching development, including the enhancement of strength and conditioning programs.
• Serve as the head coach for at least one athletic team per year.
• Ensure department-wide compliance with safety standards and CIF, NCS, and league policies.
• Manage department communication tools, including TeamSnap, and coordinate the hiring of officials for all home contests.
• Collaborate with the Director of Athletics to plan and execute department events, such as sports banquets and orientations.
• Serve as a visible representative of the Athletics Department, promoting a culture of sportsmanship and "Panther Pride."
• Attend required athletic department meetings and events as well as CIF, NCS, and BAC League coaching summits or professional development sessions.

Qualifications

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of experience in athletic administration or a related field.
• Proficiency with Mac, iPad, Google Drive, and MS Office Suite.
• Support the continued development of athletic performance programming, including strength and conditioning, injury prevention, and age-appropriate physical preparation.
• NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification or comparable training preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate young athletes.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and occasional weekends for athletic events.
• Valid California driver’s license required (with a clean driving record).
• Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain before the season starts).

Desired Skills:

• NFHS coaching certification is highly preferred.
• Experience working in an independent school environment.
• Strong organizational skills for managing rosters and match reporting.
• A commitment to fostering a welcoming, inclusive environment for athletes of all backgrounds.

Compensation

The base salary for this role is $75,000–$80,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The position also includes additional compensation for coaching assignments and requires coaching at least one Middle or Upper School team during the school year.

Depending on the number of coaching assignments, anticipated total annual compensation is approximately $85,000–$95,000.

San Domenico School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, age, disability, medical condition, religion, veteran status, marital status or any other classification protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.