Lipscomb Academy, Assistant Athletic Director Upper School
Nashville, TN - USA
Job Summary
Lipscomb Academy is seeking a passionate organized and relational leader to serve as an Assistant Athletic Director. This position plays a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the athletic department while helping create transformative experiences for student-athletes coaches families and guests.
The Assistant Athletic Director will assist with game day administration facility and event operations student engagement initiatives transportation needs and oversight of designated athletic areas/programs. Coaching responsibilities may also be assigned based on experience and departmental needs.
This position requires flexibility strong communication skills and a willingness to serve in a fast-paced team-oriented environment that aligns with the mission and values of Lipscomb Academy.
Essential Responsibilities
Athletic Event & Game Day Administration
Coordinate and oversee game day operations for home and away athletic events
Assist with scheduling and management of event workers gate operations officials and security
Ensure facilities are properly prepared before during and after contests
Serve as an on-site administrator for assigned athletic events
Help create a positive and hospitable environment for student-athletes coaches officials and visiting schools
Assist with crowd management and event supervision
Game Day & Facility Set-Up
Coordinate athletic facility set-up and breakdown for practices games and special events
Oversee equipment organization and operational readiness
Assist in maintaining clean safe and professional athletic spaces
Support facility scheduling and operational logistics
Transportation & CDL Responsibilities
Safely transport students and teams to athletic events and school-related activities as needed
Maintain all required CDL certifications and comply with school transportation policies
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles
Coordinate transportation logistics with coaches and athletic staff
Student Engagement & Athletic Culture
Help develop initiatives that increase school spirit student involvement and community engagement at athletic events
Collaborate with students coaches and campus groups to enhance the game day atmosphere
Support student leadership opportunities within athletics
Promote the mission and values of Lipscomb Academy through positive relationships and mentorship
Program Oversight & Athletic Operations
Provide oversight and leadership for assigned operational areas within the athletic department such as:
Fitness and weight room operations
Equipment management
Athletic facilities
Student workers and interns
Assist with departmental communication and organizational systems
Support special events camps and athletic department initiatives
Coaching Responsibilities
Coaching duties may be assigned based on candidate experience and departmental needs
Support the holistic development of student-athletes spiritually academically athletically and personally
Model professionalism integrity and servant leadership
Qualifications
Bachelors degree preferred
Experience in athletics education event management coaching or related field preferred
CDL license (or willingness to obtain) preferred
Strong organizational communication and leadership skills
Ability to work evenings weekends and flexible hours based on athletic schedules
Ability to thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced environment
Commitment to the mission and values of Lipscomb Academy
Desired Characteristics
Relational leader who connects well with students coaches and families
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
Servant-minded and team-oriented
Positive energy and enthusiasm for school culture and athletics
Flexible and willing to assist wherever needed
Passion for mentoring and investing in students
Mission Alignment
Lipscomb Academy Athletics seeks to provide transformative experiences where student-athletes can discover their identity beyond sports develop mentally and spiritually and pursue excellence through competition character and community. The Assistant Athletic Director will play an important role in advancing this mission each day.
Required Experience:
Director
About Company
Lipscomb University is a faith-based, liberal arts college dedicated to challenging students academically, spiritually and as global community citizens.