Athletic Director - Lead 6-12 Athletics & Culture

Great Hearts Online; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Planning

Supportive & Mission-Driven Culture

Job summary

Great Hearts Arlington Upper School is seeking an Athletic Director to lead middle and high school athletic programs (grades 6-12). The role emphasizes competitive, student-centered programs, sportsmanship, and growth, with active campus involvement.

You will hire and supervise coaches, manage budgets, schedules, facilities, and coordinate fundraising; travel locally for training; and collaborate with families and community partners to support student-athletes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Athletic administration experience in a secondary school setting: 3 years (5 preferred).
• Coaching experience in a secondary school setting: 3 years (5 preferred).

Responsibilities

• Hire, supervise, develop, and evaluate athletic coaches.
• Design and maintain competitive athletic programs for grades 6-12.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external athletic regulations.
• Develop, manage, and oversee the annual athletic budget.
• Create, coordinate, and maintain all team schedules.
• Oversee the maintenance, safety, and improvement of athletic facilities and fields.
• Manage inventory of athletic equipment and uniforms.
• Plan, lead, and execute athletic fundraising initiatives.
• Promote, direct, and manage campus-sponsored athletic events.
• Collaborate with campus leadership, staff, families, and community partners to support student-athletes.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Budget management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Great Hearts Arlington Upper School is seeking an Athletic Director to lead middle and high school athletic programs (grades 6-12). The role emphasizes competitive, student-centered programs, sportsmanship, and growth, with active campus involvement.

You will hire and supervise coaches, manage budgets, schedules, facilities, and coordinate fundraising; travel locally for training; and collaborate with families and community partners to support student-athletes.