Part-time Athletic Director
Newark, DE - USA
Job Summary
Part-Time Athletic Director
Position Title:
Part-Time Athletic Director
Position Type:
Part-Time
Position Summary:
The Part-Time Athletic Director provides leadership oversight and strategic direction for the schools interscholastic athletics program.
The Athletic Director will ensure the successful administration of all athletic programs while promoting student achievement sportsmanship safety compliance and character development. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience managing athletic programs supervising coaches navigating athletic regulations and building positive relationships with students families staff and community partners.
Essential Responsibilities:
Athletic Program Leadership
- Provide leadership and vision for the schools interscholastic athletics program.
- Support the development of a positive athletics culture focused on student growth teamwork accountability and sportsmanship.
- Serve as a resource and mentor to coaches student-athletes and athletics staff.
- Provide guidance on program improvement scheduling staffing and operational effectiveness.
Compliance and Risk Management
- Ensure athletic programs comply with applicable state athletic association regulations league requirements school policies and safety standards.
- Monitor student-athlete eligibility requirements including academic standing required documentation and participation requirements.
- Maintain accurate athletic records certifications and required reports.
- Ensure appropriate procedures are followed related to transportation facilities equipment emergency plans and student safety.
Coaching Oversight and Support
- Assist with the recruitment selection onboarding and evaluation of coaching staff.
- Provide guidance and support to coaches regarding expectations policies procedures and best practices.
- Promote professional conduct ethical leadership and positive interactions among coaches athletes and families.
Operations and Administration
- Oversee athletic schedules contests practices tournaments and special athletic events.
- Coordinate with school administration regarding facilities transportation security and event management.
- Support athletic budget planning purchasing equipment management and resource allocation.
- Maintain effective communication with students families coaches league officials and community stakeholders.
Student-Athlete Development
- Promote athletics as an extension of the schools academic mission.
- Encourage student-athletes to demonstrate leadership responsibility academic commitment and respect.
- Support initiatives that increase student participation and enhance the overall student-athlete experience.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.
- Significant experience as an Athletic Director Assistant Athletic Director school administrator coach or comparable athletics leadership role.
- Demonstrated knowledge of athletic program administration compliance requirements and student-athlete development.
- Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred:
- Prior experience serving as a high school Athletic Director.
- Experience in public school charter school or independent school athletics.
- Knowledge of state athletic association rules and regulations.
- Previous experience supervising coaches and managing athletic budgets.
- Retired Athletic Director Principal Assistant Principal or school administrator seeking a part-time leadership opportunity.
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
- Ability to mentor and support coaches and student-athletes.
- Knowledge of athletic operations scheduling and compliance requirements.
- Ability to build positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Commitment to student success safety and character development.
Work Schedule:
This is a part-time position with flexibility based on the needs of the athletic program. The Athletic Director will provide support during athletic seasons competitions coaching meetings compliance deadlines and other key athletics activities.
Compensation:
Compensation will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
The school is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion national origin sex age disability or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
This position is especially suited for a retired Athletic Director or experienced athletics administrator who wants to remain connected to education and athletics while providing valuable leadership mentorship and operational expertise in a flexible part-time capacity.
Required Experience:
Director
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