MAGNOLIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Magnolia, Arkansas 71754

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: ATHLETIC DIRECTOR

Reports To: Superintendent of Schools

Primary Purpose: Direct and manage the overall program of extracurricular and intramural athletics for the district. Work to provide each student with opportunity to participate in an extracurricular athletic activity and ensure compliance with all state, Arkansas Activities Association and local requirements.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Valid Arkansas teaching certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of overall operations of an athletic program

Knowledge of state and Arkansas Activities Association policies governing athletics

Ability to interpret policy, procedures and data

Ability to manage budget and personnel and coordinate district functions

Strong communication, public relations and interpersonal skills

Experience

Five years of teaching and coaching experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Planning

1. Direct and manage district’s athletic program and facilities.

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

athlete’s eligibility.

3. Maintain an active program that promotes good sportsmanship and student development.

4. 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.

5. Plan necessary time, resources and materials to support accomplishment of department goals.

6. Create a marketing plan for the district's athletic program.

Athletic Events

1. Prepare and approve Arkansas Activities Association game schedules.

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

3. Manage district athletic operations by directing ticket sales, employing game officials and ensuring

preparation of facilities.

4. Oversee process of cleaning, repairing and storing all athletic equipment.

5. Coordinate the use of all athletic facilities by nonschool groups.

6. Plan, organize and supervise all athletic awards programs.

Student Management

1. 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.

2. Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences on vital issues with

parents, students and teachers.

Policy, Reports and Law

1. Implement the policies established by federal law, state law, State Board of Education rule, Arkansas

Activity Association and local board policy in area of athletics.

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

Budget and Inventory

1. Administer the athletic budget and ensure that programs are cost effective and that funds are managed

prudently.

2. Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs.

3. Initiate purchase orders and bids in accordance with budgetary limitations and district policies.

4. Maintain a current inventory of supplies and equipment and recommend disposal and replacement of

equipment when necessary.

5. Approve and forward purchase orders for athletic department to business department.

6. Create a fundraising campaign to support the district's athletic program.

Personnel Management

1. Prepare, review and revise job descriptions for athletic department.

2. Recruit, select, train and supervise all athletic department personnel and make sound

recommendations about personnel placement, assignments, retention, discipline and dismissal.

3. Evaluate job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness.

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

area of athletics.

Community Relations

1. Articulate the district’s mission and goals in the area of athletics to community and solicit its support in

realizing mission.

2. Demonstrate awareness of district and community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs.

3. Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.

4. Support athletic booster club activities.

Other

1. Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

1. Supervise and evaluate the performance of coaches and support staff.