Athletic Director

LOCAL DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION PLAN CLASS TITLE: ATHLETIC DIRECTOR BASIC FUNCTION:
Plan organize direct and evaluate the districts interscholastic athletic programs in alignment with Board policies and KHSAA bylaws ensuring safe compliant and educationally sound athletic experiences for all students. Provide leadership and support to principals and coaches in areas of eligibility scheduling facilities risk management and equity; serve as the primary district liaison for athletic programs with KHSAA officials parents and community partners.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
Provide leadership and general oversight for all district athletic programs and activities in collaboration with building principals.
Implement and monitor KHSAA bylaws and district/Board policies related to athletics eligibility amateur status transfers and sportsmanship and ensure consistent application across schools.
Assist principals in maintaining institutional control of athletics including eligibility verification required forms documentation and submission of reports to KHSAA and the district.
Coordinate athletic schedules and contracts for contests and tournaments including officials transportation and facility usage for practices and events.
Oversee game and event operations (game management supervision security crowd control ticketing and financial procedures) to ensure a safe and orderly environment.
Develop implement and periodically review emergency action plans (EAPs) for athletic venues in coordination with school administrators athletic trainers and local emergency responders.
Monitor and support compliance with student-athlete safety expectations including concussion protocols heat-illness prevention measures severe-weather guidelines and other health-related procedures.
Ensure coaches complete required trainings and certifications (e.g. First Aid/CPR mandated child protection and safety trainings NFHS/KHSAA-required courses) and maintain current records of completion.
Collaborate with principals on the recruitment selection onboarding and supervision of coaches and athletic staff consistent with district policies and procedures.
Provide guidance mentoring and professional development opportunities for coaches emphasizing student welfare sportsmanship and program integrity.
Promote positive sportsmanship ethical conduct and respectful behavior among student-athletes coaches and spectators and respond to sportsmanship and conduct concerns.
Assist in the preparation and monitoring of athletic budgets; oversee purchasing inventory and maintenance of athletic equipment uniforms and supplies in accordance with district fiscal procedures.
Coordinate the use and maintenance of athletic facilities in collaboration with school and district operations staff to ensure safe appropriate conditions for practices and events.
Support and monitor compliance with Title IX and district equity requirements in athletics including participation opportunities scheduling facilities equipment and promotion.
Facilitate effective communication among administration coaches student-athletes parents and community members regarding athletic procedures expectations and events.
Support inclusive practices and reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities and other underrepresented groups in athletic programs.
Maintain accurate and secure records related to eligibility rosters physical examinations parental permissions injuries incidents and required reports.
Use appropriate technology systems for scheduling eligibility communication recordkeeping and data analysis related to athletics.
Represent the district at KHSAA meetings league or conference meetings and other professional gatherings as assigned.
Perform related duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:
KHSAA bylaws district and Board policies and applicable state and federal regulations governing interscholastic athletics.
Principles and practices of athletic program administration including budgeting scheduling personnel supervision and facilities management.
Current best practices in student-athlete safety including emergency action planning injury and concussion management heat-illness prevention and strength-conditioning guidelines.
Title IX and equity considerations as they apply to interscholastic athletics.
Effective principles of leadership team building supervision and conflict resolution.
Oral and written communication skills appropriate for diverse audiences.
Interpersonal skills using tact patience and courtesy.
Basic concepts of child/adolescent development and student welfare as they relate to athletics.

ABILITY TO:
Plan organize and direct a comprehensive interscholastic athletic program across multiple schools.
Interpret implement and train others in KHSAA bylaws district policies and procedures related to athletics.
Administer school activity funds in compliance with Kentucky Redbook procedures (Accounting Procedures for Kentucky School Activity Funds 702KAR3:130)
Provide effective leadership supervision and support to coaches and athletic staff.
Analyze data and reports related to participation eligibility finances and equity and make informed recommendations.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with administrators staff students parents officials and community organizations.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Work independently with minimal direction prioritize tasks and meet timelines.
Make sound decisions in high-pressure or emergency situations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to:
High school diploma or GED certificate
A minimum of 64 semester hours from an accredited college or university
Successful experience in athletic administration coaching or school leadership
Prior experience as an athletic director or assistant athletic director preferred.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Satisfactory criminal records check and any other background checks required by statute and Board policy.
Current certification in First Aid and CPR and completion of other required safety trainings as specified by the district and KHSAA.
Completion of all district- and state-mandated trainings (e.g. child abuse/neglect reporting bullying/hazing suicide prevention confidentiality bloodborne pathogens) within required timelines.
Valid Kentucky drivers license.
Completion or willingness to complete approved athletic director/activities director professional learning (e.g. KHSAA/NFHS/NIAAA coursework) within a specified time frame as determined by the district.

Required Experience:

Director