Director of Athletics - Littleton, United States - Valorchristian

Description

Director of Athletics

This position offices in-person, on campus


ROLE SUMMARY

The Director of Athletics will play a pivotal role in leading, managing, and advancing the athletic department, with a dedicated focus on enhancing the overall student-athlete experience.

This leadership position also requires proficiency in areas such as project management and fundraising.

Previous experience in an athletic director or assistant athletic director role is imperative, as this role requires a broad, experienced knowledge of what it takes to lead a large athletic department.

Serving as the primary leader of the department, the Director of Athletics must actively collaborate with members of the athletic staff, school leaders, faculty, staff, and parents to foster an outstanding student culture within Valor Athletics, aligned with Valor's vision and mission.

The success of sports programming relies on maintaining a comprehensive suite of services for students.

These include but are not limited to athletic performance, injury prevention and care, college recruitment, association and league memberships, athletic facility oversight, youth programs and initiatives.

The Director of Athletics is tasked with attracting, retaining, and professionally developing exceptional individuals within the department.

In overseeing all facets of the department, the Director of Athletics is committed to providing an exceptional experience for student-athletes.

This involves ensuring highly capable coaches, top-notch facilities, and student services that elevate athletes to a collegiate standard.

Valor Christian High School is a decidedly Christian, college preparatory school whose core values honor a biblical foundation. Valor employees are faith-filled, joyful believers who are active in a local, Christian church whose beliefs are in alignment with the school's

Statement of Beliefs

. They are both called and committed to the school's vision and mission and seamlessly integrate faith into their daily work.

You will be most successful if you have a true servant's heart, a teachable spirit, a love for the Lord Jesus Christ, and a commitment to the school's beliefs and values.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Possess and Model a Growing Relationship with Christ

Pursue full devotion to Christ and live a life that reflects that authenticity
Model the fruits of the spirit in communications, relationships and daily work
Demonstrate teachability and a willing heart for service
Embody others-centered, servant-leadership in all interactions
Ensure coaches deliberately integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into interactions on and off the field
Demonstrate Trustworthy Commitment to Valor's Christian Community

Accept and uphold Valor's values and beliefs as found in the

Statement of Beliefs

,

Christian Community Policy

, and

Valor Culture Document
Accept and abide by all affirmations in Valor's

Annual Statement of Commitment
Be relationally involved in the life/lives of our students with a heart of service and mission
Seamlessly and deliberately integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into daily work
Athletic Department Leadership Responsibilities

Provide visionary and inspirational leadership for excellent high school athletics programming with exceptional managerial abilities
Develop and execute a yearly Athletics Operating Plan that sets priorities, advances the work of each sports program, addresses the needs of student athletes, and ensures work toward overall school initiatives
Evaluate, establish, and manage appropriate budgets for athletic programs
Ensure the maintenance of standards established by CHSAA and those organizations that examine and accredit Valor
Team leader and culture builder who is capable of delegating and empowering while also holding people accountable to results
Engage in direct relationship building with parents and donors in fundraising efforts to enhance Valor's athletic facilities and programs
Recruit, evaluate, and retain highly capable athletics personnel and coaches who advance the mission and vision of Valor Athletics
Maintain an athletic program that promotes sportsmanship and welcomes competing teams and guests
Strong ability in engaging parents and resolving conflict as sometimes necessary in high-performing athletic programs
Serve Wholeheartedly as an Exceptional Teammate

Uphold and embody Valor's culture as set forth in the

Valor Culture Document
Model servant leadership, grace and love in all relationships and interactions
Develop relationships with colleagues with goals of teamwork, relational unity and spiritual growth
Provide team support regarding all matters, processes and initiatives
Demonstrate loyalty to teammates in action and word
Assist Team members to facilitate school-wide wins
Demonstrate a Commitment to Fulfilling Valor's Vision and Mission

Assume collaborative responsibility for Operating Plan Goals and Fiscal stewardship
Be a 'culture- keeper'
Demonstrate a Commitment to Growth

Participate in Valor Team meetings, Chapel and weekly meetings with Team/Supervisor
Demonstrate teachability and receptive to feedback
Pursue professional/personal/spiritual growth and development
Oversee and provide athletic specific professional development opportunities and coaching
Participate in the broader ministry of Valor by contributing of time, talent and treasure beyond assigned role responsibilities
Collaboration and Communication with the School Leadership Team

As a member of the Cabinet leadership team, the Director of Athletics is particularly responsible for defining, cultivating and leading our Christian community.

Cabinet leaders must not only comply with standards but also affirm additional distinctive Christian beliefs of our community in the Christian Community Policy or otherwise as determined by the board of directors.

Work collaboratively with Cabinet leaders in Academics, Arts, Discovery, Student Life, and Spiritual Formation to discuss and provide action on critical issues facing the school and to engage the community in school-wide initiatives that propel the school forward in alignment with a distinctively Christian mission and vision
Serve as the communication liaison between athletic staff and the Cabinet leadership team. Participate in open dialogue with team members to ensure that gaps are filled in with knowledge and trust is promotedacross pillar areas
Seek counsel and meet regularly with the Associate Head of School and other school leadership members
Periodically engage with the board of directors to seek input on strategic planning and provide monthly information about the work of the athletic department

RELATIONSHIPS
Associate Head of School
Valor's Leadership Team (Cabinet)
Athletic Directors
CHSAA and Jeffco League
Coaches
Parents
Donors
Board of Education

RESULTS
The Director of Athletics will provide strong leadership, driven by a desire to create an exceptional Christian athletic experience.

Through performance data and survey feedback, the Director of Athletics will have a clear understanding of areas of improvement for the athletic staff and coaching team and will ensure that the parent and student experience is executed at a high level.

The Director of Athletics will display a commitment to the Valor community, paying special attention to hearing and responding to the needs of families.

Under this person's guidance, the athletic department will be on the cutting edge of best practices, remaining above reproach in all that they do and expecting excellence from every team member.

Additionally, this person succeeds in upholding the following Valor Athletic Core Values and Outcomes

Core Values

Strengthen our Athletes' Faith in Jesus Christ
Develop Excellence in Christian Character, which is based on the life and teaching of Jesus Christ
Instill great work habits in all of our athletes
Teach, stress, and monitor the primacy of academics
Outcomes

:

Every student-athlete has an exceptional experience being involved in Valor Athletics
Every student-athlete grows in his or her faith because of participating in Valor Athletics
Every student-athlete has a mentoring/discipleship connection with an adult in the Valor Athletic program
Valor teams are highly successful (competitive excellence)
Every sport at Valor serves as a marquee attraction for students
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

Bachelor's degree in an applicable field required; Masters preferred
Minimum of 5 years of experience in high school or collegiate athletic leadership required
5 years of experience as an athletic director or assistant athletic director at the high school or collegiate level strongly preferred
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Background in coaching and track record of coaching success
Familiar with utilizing emerging technologies, software, and applications to promote and enrich student activities

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The same basic physical demands described here are the same for all employees to successfully perform the essential functions of their jobs.

Employees must periodically lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and could occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral/depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics are varied and include classroom, office, and outdoor events while performing the essential functions of this job.

The noise level in the work environment is also varied.


POSITION TYPE:
C:

Year-round schedule. 12-Month Calendar.

This position offices in-person, on campus


HOURS PER WEEK:
Full-time, Non-Exempt


SUPERVISOR:
Associate Head of School


PAY RANGE:
$90,000 - $120,000


START DATE:
Tentative April 22, 2024
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