Athletic Director

West Catholic High School; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition discount

Job summary

West Catholic High School in Grand Rapids, Michigan seeks an Athletic Director to provide leadership for grades 9-12, oversee varsity and intramural programs, and ensure programs reflect the Catholic mission.

The role reports to the Principal, requires collaboration with coaches and the GRACEAC/MHSAA, and entails budget oversight, staff development, and evening/weekend events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or business administration is required; Master’s degree in athletic administration or equivalent preferred.
• Prior successful work in athletic administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all athletic programs/activities reflect the Catholic mission of the school.
• Implement game scheduling, coordination, management and oversight of all varsity sports, including sub-varsity levels, and intramural sports.
• Collaborate with the Principal in the hiring, training, and separation of all coaches at West Catholic.
• Possess a thorough understanding of MHSAA procedures and regulations; ensure that West Catholic is fully compliant.
• Collaborate with GRACEAC sports programs.
• Facilitate meetings between coaches and athletic department staff.
• Oversee communications regarding sports teams and athletes.
• Interact with students, parents, faculty and staff daily in a positive and professional manner.
• Maintain up-to-date records of injuries and provide analysis to the Principal as needed.
• Work with athletic trainer to ensure proper treatment of athletes.
• Maintain a safe environment for students and spectators at athletic events.
• Develop and modify the athletic budget and make recommendations for programs to the President/CEO.
• Oversee the management of the spirit store and concession stands.
• Represent West Catholic in meetings with other athletic directors and fundraising events.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or business administration

Master’s degree in athletic administration or equivalent

Job description

Catholic Diocese of Grand Rapids Schools West Catholic High School - Grand Rapids, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Job Description

Position Title: Athletic Director

FLSA Classification: Exempt/Salary (Year round: 52 week position)

Reports to: Principal

Description

The athletic director is responsible for providing direction of the athletic department and coordination of all athletic activities (Inter-scholastic and intra-scholastic) for grades 9-12 at West Catholic High School. The position will advance the mission of the school (to form disciples of Christ through a dynamic, excellence-driven Catholic education) by engaging with students and staff directly and supporting the efforts of the Administration by fostering teams, coaches and game expectations in competition that are reflective of our Catholic identity and values.

Essential Functions/Primary Responsibilities

• Ensure that all athletic programs/activities reflect the Catholic mission of the school
• Implement game scheduling, coordination, management and oversight of all varsity sports, including sub-varsity levels, and intramural sports
• Collaborate with the Principal in the hiring, training, and separation of all coaches at West Catholic
• Possess a thorough understanding of Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) procedures and regulations; ensure that West Catholic is fully compliant
• Collaborate with GRACEAC sports programs
• Facilitate meetings between coaches and athletic department staff
• Oversee communications regarding sports teams and athletes
• Interact in a positive and professional manner daily with students, parents, faculty and support staff at West Catholic
• Maintain up-to-date records of injuries and provide analysis of information to the Principal as needed
• Work with athletic trainer to ensure proper treatment of athlete is being adhered to
• Maintain a safe environment for students and spectators at athletic events (crowd control, etc.)
• Work with the Principal in developing and modifying the athletic budget and making recommendations for athletic programs to the President/CEO
• Oversee the management of the spirit store and the concession stands
• Represent West Catholic in meetings with other athletic directors, OK Conference, MHSAA, GRACEAC, fundraising events and all events in consultation with the Principal
• Collaborate with the Advancement Team on fundraisers that support athletics and on campaigns related to athletics and avidly support other school campaigns/initiatives

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution in education or business administration is required. Master’s degree in athletic administration or equivalent preferred
• Prior successful work in athletic administration preferred

Job Requirements

• The individual must be a self-starter/self-motivated, well organized, and detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently, and with minimal supervision, consistently meeting goals and deadlines.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills are required.
• Must be flexible in working hours to accommodate evening, weekend, and overnight activities as needed.

Competencies

• Growth mindset and willingness to innovate
• Able to balance a variety of competing priorities

Positions Supervised

• Assistant Athletic Director
• Administrative Assistant to athletics
• Strength & Conditioning Coach
• Varsity Coaches
• Event Volunteers (Parents/Teachers)

Physical requirements

• May involve extended periods of time standing or sitting
• May require some lifting, carrying, pushing/or pulling objects up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

• Is subject to frequent interruptions
• Approximately 60% of the work is performed in the school office, about 25% in the school outside of the office, and about 15% outside of the school in the community.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in office settings and moderate in other situations.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Holidays and Paid Time Off benefits, student tuition discount benefit of up to 80% after 1 year of service.

About West Catholic High School

West Catholic High School is a Diocese of Grand Rapids school located on a sprawling 44-acre campus in the northwest corner of the city. Established in 1962, West Catholic is dedicated to forming disciples of Christ through a dynamic, excellence-driven Catholic education. Check us out at grwestcatholic.org.

Job Details

Job ID: 5985887

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 06, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type

Full-time

Job Categories

Athletics & Activities > Athletic/Activities Director

Contact Information

• Don St. Andre
• 1801 Bristol Ave. NW.
• Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]