Athletic Director

Kelloggsville Public Schools; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelloggsville Public Schools Athletics in Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking an Athletic Director to provide administrative leadership for interscholastic athletic programs at the secondary level. The role includes planning, supervision, and evaluation of activities, with emphasis on skill development, fair play, and teamwork among students.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree, 3-5 years of teaching/coaching experience, and CPR/First Aid certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.
• 3-5 years of successful teaching and/or coaching experience.
• First aid and CPR certification or eligibility for certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative leadership to plan, implement, coordinate, supervise, and evaluate interscholastic athletic programs at the secondary level.
• Promote extracurricular athletic activities that foster skill development and sportsmanship.
• Demonstrate strong leadership to support student activities and staff needs.
• Maintain attention to detail and follow through on athletic responsibilities.
• Balance multiple duties with effective communication and organizational skills.
• Understand and promote MHSAA procedures and regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

First aid/CPR certification

Job description

Athletic Director

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This job is also posted in Kelloggsville Public Schools , and Kent ISD

Job Details

Job ID: 5987857

Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Kelloggsville Public Schools Year Round - 210 Days;

Subject to Position Responsibilities [Hours may frequently require evening and weekend duties]

Summary: Responsible in providing administrative leadership in planning, implementation, coordination, supervision, and evaluation of interscholastic athletic programs for the secondary level; Promote extracurricular athletic activities that fosters skill development, understanding of sports, principals of fair play, and appreciation for a variety of athletic activities and programs, teaming, and sportsmanship for students.

Education/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution;
• 3-5 Years of successful teaching and/or coaching experience;
• First aid and CPR certification or eligibility for certification.

Training/Experience/Responsibilities:

• Demonstration of strong leadership skills to work as part of an administrative team to promote and support student activities as well as staff needs;
• Excellent attention to detail and follow through to meet interscholastic athletic responsibilities;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Excellent leadership, initiative, and organizational skills to balance demands of a multi-tasking position;
• Skills in fiscal responsibilities in the areas of school budget management, office and scheduling software and student database systems preferred;
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality;
• Knowledge of age appropriate instructional/coaching methods;
• Promote and model good sportsmanship and maintain an active program that welcomes competing teams, guests and game officials;
• Possess a thorough understanding of MHSAA procedures and regulations;

Knowledge of and use of a variety of motivational techniques and serve as an appropriate role model for student athletes through instruction and actions;

Ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely;

Ability to relate and work effectively with coaches, staff, administration, parents, students, and the public in a multicultural and multiracial community; Knowledge and awareness of own cultural identity and how this influences behavior, and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others;

Ability to establish and nurture an environment that promotes cultural competence and equitable treatment of staff, students, and patrons of the District;

Ability to recognize that each person is a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.

Compensation/Working Conditions:

• Per Administrative Employee Group Agreement

We are committed to hiring talented employees to enhance the district's stance and focus on equity and inclusion for all students, employees, parents, and community members of Kelloggsville.

Kelloggsville Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other legally prohibited basis in its employment decisions or the provision of services.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Eric Alcorn
• 242 52nd St SE
• Grand Rapids, Michigan 49548
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]