What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Director position at New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce?
Posted: 09/06/2026
Education
New Ulm Public Schools / Independent School District #88
414 South Payne Street, New Ulm, MN 56073
(507) 233-6180
www.newulm.k12.mn.us
Inspire, Engage, Innovate. Soar.
New Ulm Public Schools stands out as a premier center for educational excellence in the region. Our dedicated schools and staff offer rigorous and engaging academic programs designed to meet the needs of all students. The achievements of our students in academics, fine arts, and athletics not only showcase their talents but also draws families to the New Ulm community.
Discover Washington Learning Center, our exceptional early learning center designed for preschool and kindergarten students, complemented by a community education center. Our facility features a wide array of engaging indoor and outdoor active learning spaces. At Jefferson Elementary, we cater to students in grades 1-4 with a focus on small group instruction, a responsive classroom environment, and enriching STEM opportunities, all aligned with a robust core curriculum. Our middle school program for grades 5-8 emphasizes advisory, exploratory, and hands-on learning experiences. For high school students in grades 9-12, we offer an extensive range of college, vocational, and work-ready courses to prepare them for future success. Additionally, students have access to numerous fine arts and athletic programs. Our Career Technical Education (CTE) Center provides invaluable opportunities in fields such as automotive, welding, manufacturing, fabrication, engineering, construction, and cabinetry.
AVAILABLE POSITION – ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR
Location – New Ulm Public Schools, 414 S Payne Street, New Ulm, MN 56073
Job Summary – New Ulm Public Schools is seeking a highly energized and dedicated person for the position of 5-12 Activities Director. This person will work to preserve current programs and enhance and grow other co-curricular programs for our students and schools. The AD will work closely with coaches, advisors, boosters and the administration to meet the district goals and mission.
Essential Tasks
Organize and administer all 5-12 co-curricular programs.
Bachelor’s Degree or higher in education or a related field.
Compensation Package – Position is 225 days per year and offers a starting salary of $80,000 - $95,000, based on experience - prorated for the 2026-2027 school year based on the start date. Additionally, a benefits package is available that includes health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, dental insurance, vision insurance, and 403b retirement plan.
Application Deadline – Applications will be accepted September 24, 2026
Application Procedure
To Apply As An INTERNAL Applicant
The school district mandates that candidates offered a position must undergo a criminal history background check, which will be at the candidate’s expense. Please note all final employment offers are dependent on the results of this background check.
The employer retains the authority to assign employees to specific buildings. New Ulm Public Schools/Independent School District #88 is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
ISD #88
Vickie
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Education
New Ulm Public Schools / Independent School District #88
414 South Payne Street, New Ulm, MN 56073
(507) 233-6180
www.newulm.k12.mn.us
Inspire, Engage, Innovate. Soar.
New Ulm Public Schools stands out as a premier center for educational excellence in the region. Our dedicated schools and staff offer rigorous and engaging academic programs designed to meet the needs of all students. The achievements of our students in academics, fine arts, and athletics not only showcase their talents but also draws families to the New Ulm community.
Discover Washington Learning Center, our exceptional early learning center designed for preschool and kindergarten students, complemented by a community education center. Our facility features a wide array of engaging indoor and outdoor active learning spaces. At Jefferson Elementary, we cater to students in grades 1-4 with a focus on small group instruction, a responsive classroom environment, and enriching STEM opportunities, all aligned with a robust core curriculum. Our middle school program for grades 5-8 emphasizes advisory, exploratory, and hands-on learning experiences. For high school students in grades 9-12, we offer an extensive range of college, vocational, and work-ready courses to prepare them for future success. Additionally, students have access to numerous fine arts and athletic programs. Our Career Technical Education (CTE) Center provides invaluable opportunities in fields such as automotive, welding, manufacturing, fabrication, engineering, construction, and cabinetry.
AVAILABLE POSITION – ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR
Location – New Ulm Public Schools, 414 S Payne Street, New Ulm, MN 56073
Job Summary – New Ulm Public Schools is seeking a highly energized and dedicated person for the position of 5-12 Activities Director. This person will work to preserve current programs and enhance and grow other co-curricular programs for our students and schools. The AD will work closely with coaches, advisors, boosters and the administration to meet the district goals and mission.
Essential Tasks
Organize and administer all 5-12 co-curricular programs.
- Provide leadership in selection, assignment, development and evaluation of athletic coaches, activity advisors and staff.
- Develop and maintain positive school and community relations through several means of communications and visibility at community events.
- Responsible for the organization and scheduling of all school district activity events.
- Interprets MSHSL rules and school district policy to govern all activities and ensures parents, athletes and staff are aware of these.
- Develops, recommends and administers the activities department budget.
- Responsible for the requisition of supplies, equipment and uniforms for all co-curricular programs.
- Responsible for coordinating officials and judges for all programs.
- Supervise and coordinate events.
- Perform administrative tasks that support the district.
Bachelor’s Degree or higher in education or a related field.
- Minimum of five years of successful H.S. coaching experience.
- Minimum of two years of successful Activities Director experience.
- Experience with youth programs.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Excellent communication skills and team building skills.
Compensation Package – Position is 225 days per year and offers a starting salary of $80,000 - $95,000, based on experience - prorated for the 2026-2027 school year based on the start date. Additionally, a benefits package is available that includes health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, dental insurance, vision insurance, and 403b retirement plan.
Application Deadline – Applications will be accepted September 24, 2026
Application Procedure
To Apply As An INTERNAL Applicant
- Go to the school website at www.newulm.k12.mn.us
- Click on District box at top of the page
- Click on the Employment tab on the right-hand side
- Under “Internal Applicants”, click on Submit an internal app./transfer form
- Complete the page with your information, click next and submit
- Go to the school website at www.newulm.k12.mn.us
- Click on District box at top of the page
- Click on the Employment tab on the right-hand side
- Complete the page with your information, click next and submit
The school district mandates that candidates offered a position must undergo a criminal history background check, which will be at the candidate’s expense. Please note all final employment offers are dependent on the results of this background check.
The employer retains the authority to assign employees to specific buildings. New Ulm Public Schools/Independent School District #88 is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
ISD #88
Vickie
- 414 S Payne Street New Ulm MN 56073
- (507) 233-6180
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Health Assistant Substitutes
Middle School Volleyball Coach
New Ulm Public Schools Special Education Paraprofessional
LTS Teacher Grade 4
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Salary : $80,000 - $95,000