Athletics Operations Lead

Marshall Public Schools; Marshall (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshall Public Schools in Marshall, MI is seeking an Athletic Coordinator to assist the Athletic Director in organizing and administering the middle and high school interscholastic programs. You will act as second in command and help manage events, scheduling, officials, transportation and department finances.

You will support a positive culture, ensure eligibility compliance, and coordinate with principals and families to maintain a strong athletic program aligned with the district's mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Sports Management or related field preferred; Associate's degree with relevant experience considered.
• Minimum of three (3) years athletics administration or event management experience, or coaching at high school level.
• Ability to articulate the relationship between interscholastic athletics and academic achievement.
• Experience supporting a positive culture and climate inclusive of all student athletes.
• Working knowledge of MHSAA rules, eligibility requirements and tournament procedures.
• Bookkeeping experience, including purchase orders, receipts, and audit-ready records.
• Excellent communication (oral, written and listening) skills.
• Strong interpersonal relations and ability to maintain confidentiality across staff, students and families.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Serve as acting Athletic Director in absence, including decisions at events and communication with administrators.
• Assist supervision and assignment of work for game management personnel.
• Oversee high school student body at athletic events and activities.
• Serve as event manager for home contests
• Assist with MHSAA tournaments including communications and site management.
• Coordinate and prepare award programs and maintain records of winners.
• Maintain school activity calendar with athletic calendar.
• Assist hiring of officials; manage contracts, payments, cancellations and ratings.
• Schedule transportation and coordinate departures and routes.
• Notify schools, coaches, transportation, team members and media of cancellations and make-up dates.
• Assist in administering physical and academic eligibility for each sport.
• Verify and record physical examinations of athletes before seasons.
• Keep records of athletic contest results.
• Oversee department funds accounting, banking and disbursement; prepare POs and checks.
• Maintain financial records for audit (gate receipts, fees, revenue).
• Requisition supplies with head coaches; inventory equipment and uniforms.
• Foster communication among staff, parents and students; uphold district values.
• Manage day-to-day athletic office operations and respond to inquiries.
• Support district mission, vision and priorities in daily practice and conduct.
• Contribute to district culture by modeling core values and inclusive environment.

Skills

Athletic administration

Event management

Communication

Confidentiality

Budgeting

Scheduling

Transportation coordination

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sports Management

Associate's degree with relevant experience

Job description

Marshall Public Schools in Marshall, MI is seeking an Athletic Coordinator to assist the Athletic Director in organizing and administering the middle and high school interscholastic programs. You will act as second in command and help manage events, scheduling, officials, transportation and department finances.

You will support a positive culture, ensure eligibility compliance, and coordinate with principals and families to maintain a strong athletic program aligned with the district's mission.