Athletic Director - Nampa High School

Athletic Director - Nampa High School Full time

• Nampa School District Description

Position Title:

Athletic Director

Department:

Administration

Reports To:

High School Principal

Location:

High School

SUMMARY:

To provide leadership and coordination among the various teams and extracurricular groups to facilitate programs that provide young people with a variety of programs for personal recreation, knowledge of such activities, physical training, and development of values including a sense of fair play.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee all extracurricular events and activities or, if unable to attend an event, find a substitute to oversee the event
• Prepare and distribute an athletic events calendar and send reminders of coming events to schools and officials
• Prepare programs for all appropriate extracurricular events
• Arrange for team and club pictures for league, district, and state tournaments
• Arrange with the building principal for the cancellation or postponement of home events due to adverse weather conditions
• Arrange field and gym practice schedules, and schedule all athletic events
• Assume responsibility for providing officials, ticket takers, and other personnel necessary for all home games and other extracurricular activities
• Arrange all details of visiting teams' and officials' needs, including lodging, meals, towels, gymnasium services, security, and field assistance, as appropriate
• Act as tournament manager for all league and playoff activities that are assigned to the school
• Prepare facilities for athletic events such as setting up score tables, bleachers, ticket taker tables, and locker rooms
• Oversee concessions and organizing crews to work at extracurricular activities
• Oversee facility clean-up such as in the high school gym, locker rooms, hospitality rooms, and outdoor fields and facilities
• Arrange transportation and housing for all extracurricular events, and communicate with the transportation supervisor regarding busing needs for off-campus events
• Schedule all departure times for athletic events after meeting with administrators, coaches, and club advisors
• Responsible for compliance with Board-adopted emergency medical procedures for all practice sessions and competitive events
• Coordinate use of high school athletic facilities by groups outside the school in conjunction with the building principal and district
• Serve as a liaison between school and booster group
• Assist in screening and hiring of all athletic personnel
• Conduct a coaches meeting at the beginning of each year to communicate federal and state law, administrative rules, Board policy, and IHSAA rules
• Work as a liaison between the administration and the extracurricular activities staff
• Supervise coaches, observing them sufficiently to make recommendations to the Building Principal regarding coaching assignments
• Interact with sponsors for school clubs and organizations
• Develop and implement appropriate rules governing the conduct of athletic activities
• Responsible for administering all interscholastic policies and procedures in accordance with the rules of the Idaho High School Activities Association (IHSAA)
• Understand Board policy to the extent necessary to provide guidance for the athletic program
• Resolve any conflicts within the athletic department or among extracurricular activities
• Provide formal written evaluation of all coaching positions
• Monitor and certify each student's eligibility to participate in athletic activities according to IHSAA rules and relevant federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy
• Maintain a permanent file of players, medical examinations, insurance forms, records and parent consent forms for students to participate as required. Maintains permanent records for each sport
• Secure IHSAA approval for transfer students
• Ensure each sport has an up to date team roster and that it is sent to all participating schools
• Supervise all ticket sales and fundraising events of the extracurricular program
• Maintain records of athletic contests and a record of all award winners, stating the date and type of award, including athletic scholarships
• Arrange for any applicable physical examinations of athletes
• Assume responsibility for the purchase and dissemination of all first aid and other medical supplies used in athletic programs
• Assume responsibility for public relations with the community including newspaper and radio coverage of athletic events
• Represent the school in all conference and state extracurricular meetings
• Supervise the care, maintenance, and storage of all athletic equipment and supplies Coordinate with coaches and the principal to determine uniform and equipment needs, ordering when necessary
• Require coaches to check in uniforms and equipment at the end of each sport season, keeping an accurate inventory
• Constantly evaluate the extracurricular program and seek ways to improve it
• Keep the building principal informed of activities and any issues that may arise
• Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development through such efforts as attendance at professional meetings, and by reading professional publications
• Adhere to The Code of Ethics of the Idaho Teaching Profession adopted by the Professional Standards Commission and the State Board of Education
• Seek assistance should emergencies arise
• Represent the school district in a positive manner
• Know and follow school district policy and chain of command
• Perform other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Coaches

EDUCATION AND OR EXPERIENCE

• Idaho Administrative Certification required
• Athletic Administration experience preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge in organizing and administering an athletic program
• Strong background in coaching and athletic rules
• Works well with students, staff, and the public
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Models fair play and respect
• Able to maintain a positive environment and high standards of conduct for athletes
• Treats all athletes fairly and equally
• Able to work under pressures and deadlines
• Maintain confidentiality of staff and students

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance, instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to speak effectively before groups of students and/or employees of the district.

PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS

Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding instructional practice and discipline.

PRODUCTIVITY/EFFICIENCY SKILLS

Consistently demonstrate ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet current needs, such as reprioritizing work as necessary; organize job functions and work area to be able to effectively complete varied assignments within established time frame.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Able to conduct basic math functions and manipulate formulas in spreadsheets as needed.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral and diagram form. Ability to define problems collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to sit; walk and stand and reach with hands and arms; occasionally lift and carry up to 20 pounds. May be required to block or redirect students during negative behavior. Be able to effectively supervise and support staff when consequences are implemented, including supervising physical restraint and seclusion if necessary for safety.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual's disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works both inside and outside.

SALARY:

According to Administrative Salary Schedule

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

195 day calendar assignment Nampa School District #131 is an equal opportunity employer/educator with an alcohol, drug and tobacco free environment, and does not unlawfully discriminate in employment. Equal access to employment, services, and programs is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodations to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the organization. The information contained in this job posting is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. Benefits All full time staff are eligible to receive the following benefits: Low deductible medical and vision insurance through the State of Idaho Dental Employee Assistance Program Paid sick and personal leave PERSI Retirement Job Details Schools Nampa High School Salary $83,836.00 - $108,451.00 per year Grades High School Subjects HS Athletic Director