Athletic Director

Diocese of Tucson; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

SS Peter & Paul Catholic School is seeking a part-time Athletic Director to coordinate all school athletic activities under the direction of the principal. The role emphasizes Catholic values, leadership, and collaboration with staff, students, and families.

Flexibility for after-hours events is required. The position requires a bishop- and diocese-aligned approach, with a focus on student development, safety, and compliance with school policies.

Qualifications

• Supports Catholic mission and religious values in school setting.
• Requires strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Maintains confidentiality and professional bearing.

Responsibilities

• Recognizes and supports the Catholic mission of the school by aligning actions with church teachings.
• Cooperates with administration to promote positive relationships with students and parents.
• Demonstrates planning and organization in athletic program activities.
• Maintains discipline and a constructive learning environment.
• Oversees scheduling and supervision of athletic events and teams.
• Ensures compliance with school and diocese policies and regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Evening/weekend availability

Multi-tasking

Confidentiality

Background check clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Arizona Department of Education Certified Teacher preferred

Level I of the Diocesan Ministry Certification

Tools

Word processing

Excel

Job description

Job Description

SS Peter & Paul Catholic School

Job Title: Athletic Director Status: Part-Time

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Department/Location: SS Peter & Paul Catholic School - Tucson

Primary Function: Under the direction of the school principal is responsible for supporting the Diocese of Tucson in its mission to evangelize and catechize youth in a Catholic School environment. The Athletic Director is responsible for coordination of all athletic activities of the school. The employee shall be a minister of the Gospel and Catholic Teaching both academically and behaviorally while at work and in his/her personal life, …Live in a manner worthy of the call you have received”. (Eph. 4:1)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church; a teacher may not espouse any doctrine inconsistent with the teachings of the Church.
• Shall abide by Catholic principles in the employee’s professional and private life and shall govern his/her professional and private life in strict accordance with Catholic morals and principles to demonstrate complete adherence to Catholic moral strictures.
• Gives evidence of lived Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.
• Help build the school’s faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in and plan school religious, service, and sports activities.
• Demonstrate effective planning skills by preparing lessons designed to implement stated goals and objectives and by incorporating school and diocesan curriculum objectives in lesson plans.
• Demonstrate Competence in teaching by demonstrating current, thorough knowledge of curriculum and subject matter and be able to communicate effectively with students; be able to organize classroom learning and materials to maximize student time on tasks as well as motivate student learning.
• Develop and use effective methods of evaluation that are directly related to curriculum objectives and to concepts and skills taught; consistently and effectively evaluate student progress.
• Establish a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self-image; set high standards for student behavior and manage inappropriate behavior effectively.
• Maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment.
• Cooperate with school and diocesan administration; work effectively with all staff members to promote positive relationships with students and parents.
• At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing diocesan and school policies and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality of information, display sound judgment in dress and general behavior.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical/Mental Requirements: Requires coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual ability; ability to lift as required in a normal office environment.

Required Activities: Walking; sitting; standing; stooping; reaching; talking; handling; hearing; carrying; and keyboarding.

Basic Qualifications

• A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church. If a baptized Catholic, must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church.
• Excellent communications skills including written, verbal, public speaking, and presentation skills.
• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills;  must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team..
• Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary; have reliable transportation.
• Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing and the use of excel and related technology; ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment.
• The ability to successfully complete a criminal history and background check.
• Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance
• Complete a criminal history and background check.
• Valid and current Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree
• Arizona Department of Education Certified Teacher preferred
• Level I of the Diocesan Ministry Certification

Other/Preferred Skills

• Working knowledge of all Arizona and Diocese of Tucson Catholic School sports regulations
• Basic First-Aid Certification

Covenants of Employment

SS Peter and Paul Catholic School is a Roman Catholic religious organization, and all employees are expected to respect and conduct themselves in accordance with the values, teachings, and morals of the Roman Catholic Church and by Arizona state law. Under the “Zero Tolerance Policy”, no one will be knowingly assigned or retained to serve in the school when that person is determined to have engaged in the abuse of a minor or to have violated boundaries in dealing with minors.