Assistant Director of Physical Activity & Wellness, Durham

North Carolina School of Science & Mathematics; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

12 holidays per year

Parental and family leave

State Health Plan eligibility

Tuition waiver benefits

On-site gym access

Library and cafeteria access

Job summary

North Carolina School of Science & Mathematics (NCSSM) seeks an Athletics Professional, Specialist (NS) to provide leadership and administrative support to the Athletic Director for the Durham campus. This 11‑month, exempt professional staff role requires in-person work and oversight of varsity sports operations.

Responsibilities include processing temporary contracts, roster maintenance, event coordination, budget oversight, and student-athlete wellness collaboration with Counseling and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with preferences for degree in Recreation, Sports Management, College Student Personnel or Education.
• Minimum of two years experience working in a recreation, athletics, sports management, or education setting.
• Experience training and supervising individuals.

Responsibilities

• Facilities Operations and Management: Coordinate setup of varsity sports events; manage PAW facilities’ reservations and schedules; recruit, train, schedule and supervise PAW evening and weekend supervisors; monitor facilities for safety, maintenance and utilization needs; liaise with Plant Facilities for repairs and annual upkeep; schedule and supervise campus service students for PAW.
• Administration and Compliance: Process temporary Employee contracts including coaches and PEC Supervisors; ensure eligibility and maintain NCHSAA rosters for all student athletes.
• Leadership and Interscholastic Varsity Sports Support: Provide leadership to PAW staff and coaches; serve as Administrative Representation for Interscholastic Varsity Sports events; assist in planning varsity coach and team meetings; oversee home varsity events hosted off-campus; coordinate uniform distribution and collection.
• Recreational and Community Engagement: Plan and implement monthly recreational and wellness activities; develop a monthly calendar; evaluate programs for effectiveness and engagement; liaison for club sports and sponsors.
• Budget and Purchasing: Procure PAW supplies, equipment and uniforms; reconcile monthly budgets; manage gate receipts and concession transactions; process travel for varsity teams.
• Student Support: Coordinate with Counseling Services and Academic Programs to support student athletes’ wellbeing; facilitate focus groups to evaluate program effectiveness.

Job description

Agency North Carolina School of Science , Math Division VC for Student Life Job Classification Title Athletics Professional, Specialist (NS) Position Number 65030102 Grade FLATRATE

About Us

North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) a constituent of the University of North Carolina System, is a world-class public high school with statewide reach empowering academically talented students from every corner of the state to design their own future. We offer our Residential high school program in Durham and Morganton for juniors and seniors, our Online supplementary honors program, and individual virtual daytime Connect courses in partnership with local high schools, all tuition free. Our wide array of summer offerings for rising fifth- through 12th-graders includes free opportunities for in-state students alongside paid options for students from anywhere in the world. Specializing in science, technology, engineering, and math and embracing the fine arts and humanities, NCSSM has become the model for 18 such specialized schools around the globe since its founding in 1980. For more information visit ncssm.edu.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran or national guard. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].

Description of Work

CLOSING DATE: Saturday, November 7, 2026 **This position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date listed.

POSITION TYPE: Permanent, 11-months, Exempt Professional Staff (EPS), FLSA Exempt, 1.0 FTE NCSSM and the Division of Student Life, Physical Activity and Wellness Department foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research. The mission of the NCSSM Physical Activity and Wellness department is to provide a variety of activities that reach all students and influence lifetime decisions to create a healthy lifestyle. The department makes accessible activities available that lead to a lifetime of healthy outcomes for students throughout their lives. Athletic teams compete with integrity, respect and unity. These values are emphasized for students during their two years at NCSSM. Coaches and administrators work on these values as they mentor student athletes.

Description of Duties

This position provides management, supervision and administrative support to the Athletic Director for NCSSM’s Durham campus. This position will manage and support a portion of the Interscholastic Varsity Sports teams. It will be responsible for processing all temporary hires, biweekly time sheets, procurement and scheduling.

• Facilities Operations and Management: Responsible for coordinating the setup of varsity sports events. Manage all PAW facilities’ reservations and schedules. Recruit, train, schedule and supervise PAW evening and weekend supervisors. Regularly monitor facilities for safety, maintenance and utilization needs. Liaison with Plant Facilities for immediate repairs/set-ups as well as the annual needs for upkeep. Manage the scheduling, supervision and evaluation of all campus service students assigned to PAW.
• Administration and Compliance: Process, complete and submit all Temporary Employee contracts to include coaches and PEC Supervisors. Work with the Athletic Director to ensure eligibility, complete and maintain NCHSAA rosters for all student athletes.
• Leadership and Interscholastic Varsity Sports Support: Provide leadership and support to PAW staff, coaches. Serve as Administrative Representation for Interscholastic Varsity Sports events. Assist the Athletic Director in the planning and facilitation of Varsity coaches and team meetings. Provide oversight and support for home varsity sports events hosted off-campus. Coordinate uniform distribution and collection for all varsity teams.
• Recreational and Community Engagement: Collaborate with student and staff community members to plan and implement monthly recreational and wellness activities. Develop and communicate a monthly calendar of offerings. Evaluate programs for effectiveness and engagement. Serve as department liaison for club sports and their sponsors.
• Budget and Purchasing: Utilize state, foundation and SCSSI procedures to procure PAW supplies, equipment and uniforms. Maintain and reconcile monthly budgets. Train employees and manage the collection, reconciliation and reporting of all gate receipts and concession transactions via SCSSI. Initiate and process all travel for varsity sports teams.
• Student Support: Work with Counseling Services, Academic Programs and Student Services to support student athletes’ emotional well being. Develop and facilitate student‑athlete focus groups to evaluate program effectiveness and opportunities for growth/improvement.

This is a 11 month position that requires flexible hours to work athletic and school events. This position requires the employee to work in person. It has the potential to be responsible for driving for school related business/transporting students and requires a valid driver’s license with no serious driving-related convictions. Must be insurable.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

• Relationship Building & Communication: Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build compassionate, collaborative, and effective working relationships with students, families, coaches, faculty, and staff.
• Operational Management & Decision Making: Strong organizational and creative problem‑solving abilities, including the capacity to manage complex processes, balance multiple details and commitments, and make independent, timely decisions.
• Program Management & Technology: Proven expertise in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of events and programs, utilizing technology and other resources to maximize operational efficiency.
• Student Support & Conflict Resolution: Demonstrated skills in conflict management and student‑athlete support, utilizing evidence‑based strategies to assist students and facilitate appropriate health and wellness referrals.
• Institutional Leadership & Staff Development: Deep understanding of how Physical Activity and Wellness supports the academic and student life functions of a residential high school, coupled with the ability to lead and provide professional development for staff.

Benefits

NCSSM remains atop list of best public high schools in America. NCSSM has once again been recognized as the best public high school in America in Niche.com’s new 2027 ranking of schools in the United States. This marks the fourth time in five years that NCSSM has earned the top spot nationally. More importantly for North Carolina citizens and students, this also marks the seventh year in a row that Niche.com has named NCSSM the top public high school in North Carolina.

NCSSM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well‑being, growth, and work‑life balance of our employees. Highlights include generous vacation and sick leave; 12 annual holidays; paid parental, family medical, and community service leave; and flexible work schedules where applicable. Leave is earned monthly and pro‑rated for part‑time employees and those working less than 12 months. Employees also enjoy access to the State Health Plan, multiple retirement options (including TSERS and ORP), supplemental retirement savings plans, tuition waiver benefits across the UNC System, and free access to on‑site facilities like a gym, library, and cafeteria. Additional perks include life insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and membership eligibility with the State Employees Credit Union. Please visit NCSSM Employee Benefits for more information.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require a motor vehicle check. If the highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. NCSSM participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If you have questions, please email [e-mail].

Minimum Education and Experience

• Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree required with preferences for degree in Recreation, Sports Management, College Student Personnel or Education.
• Minimum of two years experience working in a recreation, athletics, sports management, or education setting.
• Experience training and supervising individuals.
• Knowledge and experience with interscholastic varsity sports, intramural sports and recreational programming.
• Knowledge and understanding of contemporary issues in education particularly those related to athletics and student wellness.
• Demonstrated expertise with technology as it relates to daily processing, budget and statistical tracking, and communication.
• Possess First Aid and CPR certification (must be obtained within the first 6 months of employment).

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.