District Athletic & Activities Director & Communications Leader

Socorro Consolidated Schools; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Socorro Consolidated Schools seeks an Athletic Director and District Activities Coordinator to lead middle and high school programs, ensuring compliance with NMAA/NMPED and overseeing district-wide communications. The role partners with site leaders, coaches, and administrators to manage game operations, budgeting, scheduling, and public relations while prioritizing student-athlete welfare and safety.

Responsibilities include coordinating interscholastic events, supervising coaching staff, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Sports Management, Communications, Educational Leadership, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or Athletic Administration preferred.
• Valid NMPED Educational Administrator License (Level 3B) OR Level 2/3 Teaching License.
• Valid NMPED Coaching License.
• NFHS / First Aid / CPR / AED Certifications or obtaining these within three months of hire date.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of head coaching or athletic administration experience at the secondary level.
• Experience managing district social media accounts, digital calendars, or public communications preferred.
• Experience with NMAA compliance, game operations, and budget management in NM public schools desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead district athletic program planning and ensure compliance with NMAA/NMPED policies.
• Recruit, evaluate, and mentor head and assistant coaches across all sports.
• Oversee district social media, calendars, and public communications.
• Coordinate interscholastic scheduling, events, and facility use for secondary schools.
• Monitor student-athlete eligibility, safety, and budget controls.
• Ensure accurate reporting and adherence to NMAA timelines.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Social media management

Event management

Leadership

Public relations

Fiscal stewardship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Sports Management, Communications, Educational Leadership, or related field

Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or Athletic Administration preferred

Tools

NMPED Coaching License

NFHS / First Aid / CPR / AED Certification

NMPED Educational Administrator License (Level 3B) or Level 2/3 Teaching License

Job description

Socorro Consolidated Schools seeks an Athletic Director and District Activities Coordinator to lead middle and high school programs, ensuring compliance with NMAA/NMPED and overseeing district-wide communications. The role partners with site leaders, coaches, and administrators to manage game operations, budgeting, scheduling, and public relations while prioritizing student-athlete welfare and safety.

Responsibilities include coordinating interscholastic events, supervising coaching staff, and