Athletic Director/Head Football Coach - Frost, Texas

Interview Schedule: · 1st Round- January 30th · 2nd Round-  February 3rd, 4th, 5th · 3rd Round- TBA · Purpose: · Direct and manage the district's athletic program and facilities. Instruct and coach students to develop skills and abilities to excel in athletics. Coach and support ...

Job description

Interview Schedule:

1st Round- January 30th

2nd Round-  February 3rd, 4th, 5th

3rd Round- TBA

Purpose:

Direct and manage the district's athletic program and facilities. Instruct and coach students to develop skills and abilities to excel in athletics. Coach and support all coaches in developing as a coach of their specific sport. 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.

Education/Certifications:

Minimum Bachelor's degree from an accredited university

Valid Texas Teacher Certificate

Clear & Valid Texas Commercial drivers license w/ Passenger(P) & School Bus(B)

endorsements (Preferred).

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Knowledge of overall operations of an athletic program
Knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures
Knowledge of federal, state, and UIL policies governing athletics
Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes
Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical (include if bus driving duties are required)
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

Experience:

Football offensive/defensive coordinator/play-calling experience 

Experience coaching, supervising or high level playing baseball, track & field, softball, and basketball 

Head football coach (preferred) 

Athletic Director (preferred) 

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Planning and Instruction

1. Establish performance criteria for competition and manage athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship. Model performance criteria and perform physical movements required for successful student performance of sport.
2. Maintain an active program that promotes good sportsmanship and student development including the time, resources, and materials to support accomplishment of department goals.
3. Establish and maintain physical and academic eligibility requirements for participation in each sport and verify each athlete's eligibility.
4. Use a variety of instructional and coaching techniques to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the sport of football.
5. Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
6. Work with other members of school staff to plan and implement instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletics.
7. 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.

Athletic Events

1. Manage district athletic operations including directing ticket sales, employing game officials, and ensuring preparation of facilities.
2. Prepare and approve all interscholastic game schedules.
3. Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town athletic events.
4. Event Administrator on Duty responsibilities 

Student Management

1. Develop and Implement district student management policies and communicate expected student behavior related to athletics, and ensure enforcement of student discipline in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
2. Accompany and supervise student athletes during football games both at-home and on out-of-town trips.
3. Instruct and advise students on National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations regarding academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.

Communication

1. Establish and maintain open lines of communication with coaches, parents, students, and teachers.

Administration, Budget and Inventory

1. Implement the policies established by federal law, state law, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and local board policy in the area of athletics.
2. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
3. Develop and administer a budget based on documented needs and ensure that operations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely.
4. 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.
5. Coordinate the use of all athletic facilities by non-school groups.
6. Plan, organize, and oversee all activities including practices, special

Personnel Management

1. Prepare, review, and revise job descriptions for the athletic department.
2. Recruit, select, train, supervise, and evaluate all athletic department personnel and make recommendations relative to assignment, transfer, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
3. Develop training options and/or improvement plans for employees to ensure exemplary operation in the area of athletics.

Community Relations

1. Ability to relate to a small town school community. 
2. Articulate the district's mission and goals in the area of athletics to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.
3. 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.
4. Support fundraising activities.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

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

Salary 

$75, $83,000.00 dependant upon experience 

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