Executive Director - Athletics

Arlington Independent School District; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlington Independent School District seeks an Executive Director of Athletics to provide strategic direction for a comprehensive program that delivers exceptional student experiences and aligns with district priorities. You will lead the district’s athletics and ensure UIL compliance for grades 7–12.

Responsibilities include policy development, budget and staff oversight, scheduling of events and facilities, and collaboration with principals to integrate athletics with the school program while

Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred for strategic leadership.
• TEA administrator certificate preferred.
• Valid Texas teaching certificate required.
• TAAC certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer the district athletic handbook and policies.
• Ensure UIL compliance for all athletic activities.
• Coordinate athletic program for grades 7–12.
• Manage budget and human resources for athletic programs.
• Oversee facilities, scheduling, and travel logistics for athletic events.
• Lead professional development for coaches.
• Promote sportsmanship, citizenship, and community involvement.
• Communicate with district staff and media about athletics.

Education

Master's Degree, Preferred

Administrator Certificate issued by Texas Education Agency, Preferred

Valid Texas Teaching Certificate

Texas Athletic Administrator Certification (TAAC), Preferred

Job description

Administration - District Office - Executive Director

Job Number 0000765618

Start Date

Open Date

Closing Date

ROLE AND PURPOSE:

Provide strategic direction for the development of an athletic program that provides exceptional experiences for students while striving to reach the Arlington ISD Vision, Values and Beliefs, and District Priorities. Direct and manage the overall athletic program for the district. Provide each student with the opportunity to participate in an extracurricular athletic activity and ensure compliance with all federal, state, University Interscholastic League (UIL) and local requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification

• Master's Degree, Preferred
• Administrator Certificate issued by Texas Education Agency, Preferred
• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate
• Texas Athletic Administrator Certification (TAAC), Preferred

Experience

• Three years experience as a classroom teacher or equivalent
• Three years Head Coaching experience
• Preferred three years successful administrative experience as an Athletic Director in a multi-high school district.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Knowledge of overall operations in the field of athletics and cheerleading
• Knowledge of State and UIL policies governing athletics and implementing such.
• Ability to interpret policy, procedures and data
• Ability to implement policies and procedures
• Ability to effectively manage budget and human resources
• Effective communication, public relations and interpersonal

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

I. INSTRUCTIONAL AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT:

• Ensure the development and administration of the athletic handbook of policies and procedures and pertinent school district board policies.
• Ensure all that Arlington ISD operates within UIL Compliance for all athletic activities.
• Coordinate the entire athletic program - grades 7 through 12.
• Support an athletic program that recognizes coaches as teachers first.
• Support an athletic program that recognizes athletes as students first.
• Create athletic programs that promote sportsmanship, citizenship, character development and community involvement.
• Design an athletic program that will function as a vital part of the school program.
• Collaborate with appropriate school personnel to coordinate the athletic and physical education program with the total school program.
• Collaborate with principals on matters that pertain to the athletic programs in the respective schools.
• Apprise appropriate district/campus staff of the University Interscholastic League directives and rule changes in a timely manner and ensure implementation of such.
• Organize athletic events in such a manner that they are run efficiently and effectively to include pre-game, post-game and game officials.
• Communicate clear expectations for all coaches during practices and contests.
• Support district rules for student conduct.
• Organize and implement professional development for district coaching staff.
• Monitor the district athletic program for compliance with Title IX regulations.
• Plan and administer the athletic department budget and ensure that programs are cost effective and that funds are managed properly under state and local law.
• Manage and execute the purchasing of athletic equipment in accordance with budgetary limitations, district policy and state law to include accurate inventory.
• Coordinate the selection of equipment and services used in athletics.
• Make arrangements for travel accommodations for athletic programs.
• Review all requests for the use of athletic fields or gymnasiums by outside groups and approve or disapprove requests according to district policy.
• Review game schedules for all events and coordinate these schedules on a master schedule for optimum use of athletic facilities.
• Work with senior managers for maintenance in maintaining athletic fields.
• Oversee the management of all play-off game details with principal and head coach.
• Oversee the ordering, scheduling, and financial management of all district level concessions stands at Cravens, Wilemon, Glaspie, Natatorium, and Athletic Arena.
• Oversee the scheduling and usage of all district level facilities (Glaspie, Wilemon, Cravens, Athletic Arena, and Natatorium).
• Oversee and work with administration for advertising and sponsorship of athletic facilities and events.
• Work with communication department to effectively manage athletic department social media and webpages.

II. SCHOOL COMMUNITY RELATIONS:

• Positively affect parent, staff, student relations
• Effectively use the district's procedures for communication with the media concerning athletics
• Deal sensitively and fairly with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Articulate the district's mission and goals in athletics to community and solicit its support in realizing mission.
• Demonstrate awareness of district and community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs.

III. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate with campus principals in hiring all prospective coaches.
• Partner with principals to evaluate the performance of campus athletic coordinators about their coordinator duties and responsibilities.
• Partner with principals to evaluate the performance of the athletic trainers about their athletic trainer duties and responsibilities.
• Manage and supervise the job responsibilities and performance of the assistant athletic director(s) and other office staff and make sound recommendations about placement, assignments, retention, discipline, and dismissal.

IV. PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT:

• Participate in professional development and training programs and remain current in current trends in athletics.
• Create professional development opportunities for campus athletic coordinators and coaches.
• Perform duties in a professional, ethical, and responsible manner as defined in the AISD, UIL, and TEA Code of Ethics

V. WORKING CONDITIONS:

MENTAL DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computers and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.
• Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping
• Motion: Moderate walking
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
• Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

VI. OTHER DUTIES:

• All other duties as assigned by the Chief of School Operations

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.