Director of Athletics

St Marks School Of Texas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mark's School of Texas seeks an experienced Athletic Director to lead the athletics program for grades 7-12, starting July 1, 2027. The role emphasizes student-athlete development, sportsmanship, and competitive spirit, aligned with the school's mission.

You will supervise 88 coaching positions, manage 45 teams across 16 sports, oversee staffing and budgeting, and collaborate with division heads to advance character and leadership through athletics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in athletic administration.
• Teaching and coaching experience in K-12 and/or college.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate across academic and extracurricular areas.
• Ability to articulate clearly in writing and speech.
• Passion for student-athletes and athletics development.
• Broad knowledge of various sports and their dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Serve on the Senior Administrative Team.
• Oversee and lead 45 teams in 16 sports.
• Supervise, evaluate, and coordinate coaches in Middle and Upper School.
• Oversee staffing for all athletic teams.
• Attend athletic contests regionally to represent the School.
• Plan and manage yearly athletic budgeting and scheduling.
• Oversee facility use and upkeep.

Skills

Leadership in athletic administration

Teaching and coaching

Clear communication

Interpersonal skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Sports knowledge

Problem-solving

Student-athlete focus

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: St. Mark's School of Texas - Dallas, TX, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: Up to 25%, Job Shift: Day, About St. Mark's

Founded in 1906, St. Mark's School of Texas is a non-sectarian, college-preparatory, independent day school for boys in grades one through twelve. The School's charter states that it is "designed to afford its students well-rounded physical, intellectual, moral, and religious training and instruction." The School is intended to be a diverse community of teachers and students who share a love of learning and strive for high achievement in whatever they undertake.

St. Mark's aims to prepare young men to assume leadership and responsibility in a competitive and changing world. To this end, the School professes and upholds certain values. These values include the discipline of postponing immediate gratification in the interests of earning eventual, hard-won satisfaction; the responsibility of defending one's own ideas, of respecting the views of others, and of accepting the consequences for one's own actions; and an appreciation for the lively connection between knowledge and responsibility and the obligation to serve.

Position Description

St. Mark's School of Texas seeks an experienced educator to serve as the Athletic Director beginning in the 2027-2028 school year starting on July 1, 2027. The Athletic Director will assume responsibilities for leading the athletic program across grades 7-12 and maintaining the School's mission-driven philosophy towards athletics that places value on the student-athlete, good sportsmanship, and the competitive spirit.

The Athletic Director will oversee 88 coaching positions, more than 500 annual games and contests, and 45 teams across 16 sports. During the past two decades, St. Mark's teams have won 60 Conference Championships, 17 Regional Championships, and 21 State Championships.

In addition to supporting programs, the Athletic Director will supervise, evaluate, and support the coaching staff, most of whom are full-time St. Mark's faculty members, as well as identify, hire, and train part-time coaches who participate in our athletics program. The Athletic Director reports to the Associate Headmaster and works closely with the Division Heads and other Department Chairs to think strategically about the School's overall program. The Athletic Director is also a member of the Senior Administrative Team.

St. Mark's is a vibrant learning community, and the ideal candidate will have teaching and coaching experience at the high school or college level as well as leadership experience. Moreover, candidates should have a passion for working with young people and a desire to be involved in the student experience beyond the athletic arena.

At St. Mark's, we are deeply committed to character and leadership education for all boys and have developed a program that spans grades 1-12. Successful candidates will share St. Mark's belief in the importance of character and leadership development in the lives of adolescents.

Responsibilities

• Serve on the Senior Administrative Team
• Oversee and lead 45 teams in 16 sports
• Supervise, evaluate, and coordinate coaches in Middle and Upper School
• Oversee staffing for all athletic teams
• Attend athletic contests both locally and regionally to represent the School as a member of the Southwest Preparatory Conference
• In partnership with the Associate Athletic Director, oversee the athletic scheduling within the parameters of the School's mission and the governing rules of the SPC
• Effectively plan and manage the yearly athletic budget
• Effectively manage athletic facility use and upkeep

Experience/Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
• Demonstrated leadership experience in athletic administration
• Teaching and coaching experience in k-12 and / or college
• A steady temperament, effective communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, good nature
• Effective listener who makes decisions consistent with the School's mission
• Ability to work cooperatively across academic and extracurricular areas of the School
• Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing
• Enthusiastic supporter of all sports and the kids who play them
• Knowledgeable about a variety of sports and their individual characteristics
• Flexible, willing to learn, proactive problem-solver, and passionate about the role of athletics in the healthy development of a boy.