Athletic Director

Job Description

The Athletic Director reports directly to the Principal and oversees all aspects of the athletic programs associated with JPII including the following:

• Serve as leader of the high school athletic department and its day-to-day operations, which is composed of an Assistant Athletic Director, Middle School Athletic Director, full time Athletic Trainer and Head Strength and Conditioning Coach
• Build relationships with administration teams at each partner school
• Manage and evaluate head coaches of each program
• Organize and participate in the hiring process of coaching staff
• Ensure coach compliance with AHSAA rules and Diocese of Birmingham policies/procedures
• Athletics Point of contact for families interested in transferring to JPII
• Serve as mediator in disputes between coaches and parents when necessary
• Liaison with athletic training staff on player safety issues
• Develop and maintain safety regulations to minimize risk of injury for all athletes
• Lead fundraising efforts and strategic planning alongside booster club and school administration
• Manage budgets of all athletic programs, including budgeting and procurement of equipment and supplies
• Oversee maintenance of athletic fields and facilities including contracts for some services, working in conjunction with facilities manager
• Organize seasonal awards in conjunction with the head coaches
• Organize annual signing day for senior student athletics competing in college.
• Manage concession purchasing and volunteer efforts for all home event needs related to game day operations
• Manage facility rentals and securing of practice and competition spaces including middle school programs
• Manage utilities, storage, and other factors related to facility rental and usage
• Assist coaches in organizing transportation of teams to game venues
• Lead athletic staff in professional development
• Manage game day operations of all athletic events, including setup, breakdown, ticketing and setting up security and other public safety requirements
• Serve as administrative representative at home athletic events and most away events
• Attend required AHSAA and District meetings and submit required documentation
• Assist coaches with scheduling at the middle and high school levels
• Ensure compliance with Diocesan policies regarding contact with students and travel
• Manage gym, MPR, and practice field schedules
• Manage inclement weather plans for sharing facilities
• Collaborate with Athletic Trainer and Administration on Emergency Action Plan
• Some evening and weekend activities
• Other duties as assigned

Applicants who have the qualifications and expertise are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should attach a cover letter, resume/CV, and supporting employment information (e.g., transcripts, reference letters, certification/licenses).

About the Employer

St. John Paul II Catholic High School develops young people in spirit, mind and body to foster a lifelong discipleship of Christ in the sacramental life of the Church. We encourage, challenge, and support each student to learn enthusiastically, lead honorably, and live responsibly.