What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Director (12-Month) Loch Raven High position at Baltimore County Public Schools?
Job Description
Provides leadership and guidance in initiating, developing, and improving the interscholastic athletic program for all students.
Responsibilities
Maintain responsibility for organizing, administering, and supervising the operation of the school athletic program.
Work with the county-wide coordinator of athletics in providing a quality athletic program.
Initiate, organize, maintain, develop, and evaluate extra-curricular athletic activities.
Attend all meetings involving areas of responsibility.
Supervise the inspection of athletic facilities and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate school administrator.
Initiate procedures for care and use of the locker rooms and for security.
Prepare and submit the athletic budget to the principal and maintain financial records.
Work with the principal to secure needed coaches with special emphasis on the selection of volunteer coaches, and personnel not otherwise employed by Baltimore County Public Schools.
Plan, prepare, and/or supervise for each athletic team: seasonal schedules, practice areas, policy governing the receiving of visiting teams, bus transportation, officials’ assignments, and facilities maintenance.
Promote and enhance good public relations with community and parent groups.
Initiate and support the work of the athletic boosters’ organization.
Provide for equipment/uniform repair, storage, replacement, and inventory.
Administer the athletic award policies at the local, county, and state levels.
Interpret county and state athletic rules and regulations.
Develop and enforce a standard code of conduct designed in cooperation with coaches and administrators.
Plan, prepare, and/or supervise recognition of athletic accomplishments of students and coaches including but not limited to the annual athletic banquet.
Supervises, in an administrative capacity, all athletic events.
Assists principal in supervising and evaluating the effectiveness of coaches. Provide written evaluations of all coaches.
Engage in professional activities that contribute to leadership development.
Schedule and coordinate community use of school facilities and grounds in coordination with the principal and the Department of Facilities Management.
Assign security personnel for all student activities and athletic events.
Monitor and assess student athlete achievement and participation outcomes with appropriate data collection and analysis.
Coordinate and assign teachers for extra-curricular duties.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education, Training, and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of successful teaching. Leadership experience in interscholastic athletics. Evidence of professional development in athletic administration.
Licenses And Certificates
Two years of coaching experience preferred.
Possession of a Maryland Educator Certificate appropriate to the area of assignment.
National Registered Athletic Administrator (RAA) issued by the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) OR master’s degree in sports/athletic administration from an accredited university.
National Certified Athletic Administrator (CAA) issued by the NIAAA. (Must obtain CAA within three years of hire into this position classification).
OR
Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator License appropriate to the area of assignment.
National Registered Athletic Administrator (RAA) issued by the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) OR master’s degree in sports/athletic administration from an accredited university.
National Certified Athletic Administrator (CAA) issued by the NIAAA. (Must obtain CAA within three years of hire into this position classification).
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of leadership of interscholastic athletics. Knowledge of athletic materials and equipment. Knowledge of effective instructional techniques. Knowledge of and skill in the use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with students, parents, administrators, and others. Ability to resolve conflicts. Ability to supervise students and manage behavior. Ability to effectively maintain confidential information.
Excellent organizational skills.
Physical And Environmental Conditions
Work of this classification is done in a variety of settings including an office environment, athletic arenas and fields, and classrooms. Work of this classification requires physical activity such as standing for extended periods and moving around classrooms and athletic event venues.
Conditions Of Employment
Requires attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events.
GRADE: 12 - Month Pay Scale - Valid until January 2026 - 12 - Month Pay Scale - Effective January 1, 2026
SALARY: $76,309 - $143,653 (Valid Until 12/31/2025)
$77,907 - $143,653 (Effective 1/1/2026)
Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at:
Office of Payroll - Baltimore County Public Schools - www.bcps.org/operations/fiscalservices/payroll
OTHER COMPENSATION: Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
RETIREMENT: Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.
BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.
Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement
This posting describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.
Non-discrimination Statement
The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Officer of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937).
Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.
Jessica Ey, PHR
Human Resources Officer
Certificated Staffing
Phone: 443-809-4453
Email: jey@bcps.org
Provides leadership and guidance in initiating, developing, and improving the interscholastic athletic program for all students.
Responsibilities
Maintain responsibility for organizing, administering, and supervising the operation of the school athletic program.
Work with the county-wide coordinator of athletics in providing a quality athletic program.
Initiate, organize, maintain, develop, and evaluate extra-curricular athletic activities.
Attend all meetings involving areas of responsibility.
Supervise the inspection of athletic facilities and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate school administrator.
Initiate procedures for care and use of the locker rooms and for security.
Prepare and submit the athletic budget to the principal and maintain financial records.
Work with the principal to secure needed coaches with special emphasis on the selection of volunteer coaches, and personnel not otherwise employed by Baltimore County Public Schools.
Plan, prepare, and/or supervise for each athletic team: seasonal schedules, practice areas, policy governing the receiving of visiting teams, bus transportation, officials’ assignments, and facilities maintenance.
Promote and enhance good public relations with community and parent groups.
Initiate and support the work of the athletic boosters’ organization.
Provide for equipment/uniform repair, storage, replacement, and inventory.
Administer the athletic award policies at the local, county, and state levels.
Interpret county and state athletic rules and regulations.
Develop and enforce a standard code of conduct designed in cooperation with coaches and administrators.
Plan, prepare, and/or supervise recognition of athletic accomplishments of students and coaches including but not limited to the annual athletic banquet.
Supervises, in an administrative capacity, all athletic events.
Assists principal in supervising and evaluating the effectiveness of coaches. Provide written evaluations of all coaches.
Engage in professional activities that contribute to leadership development.
Schedule and coordinate community use of school facilities and grounds in coordination with the principal and the Department of Facilities Management.
Assign security personnel for all student activities and athletic events.
Monitor and assess student athlete achievement and participation outcomes with appropriate data collection and analysis.
Coordinate and assign teachers for extra-curricular duties.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education, Training, and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of successful teaching. Leadership experience in interscholastic athletics. Evidence of professional development in athletic administration.
Licenses And Certificates
Two years of coaching experience preferred.
Possession of a Maryland Educator Certificate appropriate to the area of assignment.
National Registered Athletic Administrator (RAA) issued by the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) OR master’s degree in sports/athletic administration from an accredited university.
National Certified Athletic Administrator (CAA) issued by the NIAAA. (Must obtain CAA within three years of hire into this position classification).
OR
Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator License appropriate to the area of assignment.
National Registered Athletic Administrator (RAA) issued by the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) OR master’s degree in sports/athletic administration from an accredited university.
National Certified Athletic Administrator (CAA) issued by the NIAAA. (Must obtain CAA within three years of hire into this position classification).
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of leadership of interscholastic athletics. Knowledge of athletic materials and equipment. Knowledge of effective instructional techniques. Knowledge of and skill in the use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with students, parents, administrators, and others. Ability to resolve conflicts. Ability to supervise students and manage behavior. Ability to effectively maintain confidential information.
Excellent organizational skills.
Physical And Environmental Conditions
Work of this classification is done in a variety of settings including an office environment, athletic arenas and fields, and classrooms. Work of this classification requires physical activity such as standing for extended periods and moving around classrooms and athletic event venues.
Conditions Of Employment
Requires attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events.
GRADE: 12 - Month Pay Scale - Valid until January 2026 - 12 - Month Pay Scale - Effective January 1, 2026
SALARY: $76,309 - $143,653 (Valid Until 12/31/2025)
$77,907 - $143,653 (Effective 1/1/2026)
Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at:
Office of Payroll - Baltimore County Public Schools - www.bcps.org/operations/fiscalservices/payroll
OTHER COMPENSATION: Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
RETIREMENT: Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.
BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.
Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement
This posting describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.
Non-discrimination Statement
The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Officer of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937).
Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.
- Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.
- Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.
- Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment. Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
- You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.
- Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable only at the application stage. Official transcripts must be provided only after you have accepted a contingent offer.
- Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with your application.
- Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from a MSDE approved Foreign Transcript Evaluation Agency. This information is located on the MSDE website at https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/Foreign-Transcript-Evaluation-Agencies.aspx
- All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.
- Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
- If you have military experience, you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
- Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via e-script/clearinghouse from your university.
- Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
- All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.
- Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.
Jessica Ey, PHR
Human Resources Officer
Certificated Staffing
Phone: 443-809-4453
Email: jey@bcps.org
Salary : $76,309 - $143,653