Assistant Athletic Director (Part-time)

Young World Physical Education; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Pawtucket School Department is seeking a Part-time Assistant Athletic Director to support the Athletic Director in managing interscholastic athletics for high schools and middle schools in Pawtucket, RI. The role reports to the Athletic Director and involves coordinating budgets, schedules, travel, and events.

The position requires evening/weekend availability across three athletic seasons, a valid driver's license, and experience supervising personnel.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree is required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Two years of successful performance as an athletic coach; experience as an Assistant Athletics Director preferred.
• Certifications for the athletic director position required by RIIL and RI Department of Education.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace product suites.
• Availability for work during evenings and weekends throughout the three athletic seasons, as well as summer, as necessary.
• Previous experience supervising personnel.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Athletic Director in the preparation of the annual budget.
• Coordinate the purchase of equipment under the direction of the Athletic Director.
• Prepare the master sports calendar that includes league and non-league games/events.
• Coordinate gym, building and athletic field use for practices and games.
• Assist in scheduling all athletic departure times and provide bus supervision.
• Arrange travel for players or teams competing in postseason competition.
• Assist in hiring staff (officials, coaches, etc.) following hiring policies.
• Report new employees to HR per procedures.
• Act as a resource for coaches.
• Supervise at home athletic events.
• Collaborate with schools to address concerns about the athletic program.
• Coordinate with Parks and Recreation and RIIL for field maintenance and eligibility issues.
• Prepare seasons and team awards nights with coaches.
• Ensure health and safety of student athletes with medical documentation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team building

Sportsmanship

Sports knowledge

Leadership

Judgment/initiative

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

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Assistant Athletic Director (Part-time)

Pawtucket School Department Pawtucket School Department - Pawtucket, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board

Job Details

Job ID: 5884184

Application Deadline: Aug 31, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Aug 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Assistant Athletic Director is a part-time position that supports the Athletic Director in managing the Pawtucket School Department’s interscholastic athletic program for both High Schools and the 3 Middle Schools. The Assistant Athletic Director reports to the Athletic Director.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists the Athletic Director in the preparation of the annual budget
• Responsible for coordinating the purchase of equipment as needed under the direction of the Athletic Director.
• Assists the Athletic Director in the preparation of the master sports calendar that includes league and non-league games/events.
• Coordinates gym, building and athletic field use for practices and games with the school and district office under the direction of the Athletic Director.
• Assists the Athletic Director to schedule all athletic departure times and provide bus supervision.
• Responsible for the travel arrangements for players or athletic teams (and coaches) competing in postseason competition under the direction of the Athletic Director..
• Assists the Athletic Director in the hiring of all staff including but not limited to officials, coaches, assistant coaches, chain crews, announcers, clock operators, scorekeepers, line judges, etc. while following School Department hiring policies.
• Assists the Athletic Director in reporting new employees to the Human Resources Department while complying with the Human Resources procedures.
• Acts as a resource person and coordinator for all coaches.
• Assists in supervision at home athletic events.
• In collaboration with the Athletic Director and School Principals provides a channel through which students and the community may express their concerns about an athletic program.
• Works in coordination with Pawtucket Parks and Recreation for regular scheduling/maintenance of athletic fields. In collaboration with the Athletic Director ensures a working relationship with the Rhode Island Interscholastic League in all matters pertaining to league regulations including student eligibility, coach certification, waiver hearings and realignment hearings.
• Assists the Athletic Director in the preparation of the three athletic seasons and all team awards nights / banquets with coaches.
• Ensures the health and safety for all student athletes including adhering to all documentation for medical examinations.
• Supports the Building Principals with the school mission.
• Ability to perform other duties assigned in order to meet the specific needs of the Pawtucket School Department and its students.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong communication skills, verbally and written
• Strong interpersonal skills and team building skills
• Emphasizes the proper ideals of sportsmanship, ethical conduct, and fair play.
• The ability to be knowledgeable in interscholastic sports for male and female athletes
• The ability to achieve a thorough understanding and acceptance of the standards of eligibility for each sport.
• Encourages leadership, use of initiative, and good judgment by the coaches and players on the team.
• Recognizes that the purpose of athletics is to promote the physical, mental, moral, social, and emotional wellbeing of the individual players.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates Degree is required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Two (2) years of successful performance as an athletic coach, experience as an Assistant Athletics Director preferred
• All pertinent certifications for the athletic director position required by the Rhode Island Interscholastic League and the Rhode Island Department of Education
• Proficiency with office technology including training or experience with Microsoft Office and Google Workplace product suites.
• Availability for work during evenings and weekends throughout the three athletic seasons ,as well as summer, as necessary
• Previous experience supervising personnel
• A valid driver’s license is required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Frequently lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds
• Frequently required to stand, sit, walk, climb and descend steps
• Specific physical abilities include close vision and the ability to use computer monitors for long periods of time, as well as the ability to communicate verbally in person and electronically (telephone, etc).
• Significant fine finger dexterity
• The work environment is typically within a school setting and office setting , although the employee may be exposed to adverse weather conditions related to outdoor sporting events.

Position Type: Part-time

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Athletic/Activities Director

Job Requirements

• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 286 Main Street
• Pawtucket, Rhode Island 02860
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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