Director of Athletics - Denver City, United States - Floydada Independent School District

Description

Director of Athletics / Head Football Coach for the school year


Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage districts athletic program and facilities, instruct and coach students to develop skills and abilities to excel in athletics.

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:

Masters degree from an accredited college or university preferred
Texas Principal Certificate preferred


Special Knowledge/Skills :
Knowledge of overall operations of an athletic program
Knowledge of federal, state, and UIL policies governing athletics
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Ability to interpret data
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Excellent public relations, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to speak effectively before groups of students, parents, and staff

Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes


Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintain an active program that promotes good sportsmanship and student development including the time, resources, and materials to support accomplishment of department goals.

Establish and maintain physical and academic eligibility requirements for participation in each sport and verify each athletes eligibility.

Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Work with other members of school staff to plan and implement instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletics.

Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to gauge athletic program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responsive to student needs.

Manage district athletic operations including directing ticket sales, employing game officials, and ensuring preparation of facilities.

Prepare and approve all interscholastic game schedules.

Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town athletic events.

Implement district student management policies, communicate expected student behavior related to athletics, and ensure enforcement of student discipline in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

Instruct and advise students on National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations with regard to academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.

Establish and maintain open lines of communication on vital issues with parents, students, and teachers.

Implement the policies established by federal law, state law, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and local board policy in athletics.

Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Develop and administer budget based on documented needs and ensure that operations are cost effective, and funds are managed wisely.

Oversee the process of cleaning, repairing, and storing of all athletic equipment including maintaining a current inventory of supplies, equipment, and fixed assets and recommending disposal and replacement of equipment.

Coordinate the use of all athletic facilities by non-school groups.

Plan, organize, and oversee all activities including practices, special events, and tournaments.

Recruit, select, train, supervise, and evaluate all athletic department personnel and make recommendations relative to assignment, transfer, retention, discipline, and dismissal.

Develop training options and/or improvement plans for employees to ensure exemplary operation in athletics.

Articulate the districts mission and goals in athletics to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.

Demonstrate awareness of district and community needs, initiate activities to meet those needs, and use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.

Support athletic booster club activities.

Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring of coaches and support staff.

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