Athletic Director

Job Summary

The Athletic Director oversees and carries out all athletic programs and manages the athletic facilities. The position strives to provide an athletic program that helps students grow in athletics in a God honoring way.


Position Requirements

  • Reflect the purpose of the school; honoring Christ in your interaction with students, parents, and employees

  • Responsible for use, maintenance, and cleanliness of athletic facilities; conduct monthly inspection of grounds and facilities to insure safe and conducive athletic environment

  • Schedule athletic competitions under the rules of MSHSL

  • Enter all athletic activities on the school calendar (Tandem) and conference (rCalendar)

  • Communicate athletic related transportation needs to the AD Assistant

  • Secure appropriate off-campus facilities when no availability at the school

  • Communicate and assist the AD Assistant with officials documentation and payments, home game staffing needs, and concessions

  • Coordinate MOD responsibilities at athletic events; work with school administration

  • Recruit, screen, interview and recommend applicants for coaching to the Head of School

  • Observe and evaluate the coaching performance and athletic performance of each team, each season

  • Administer progressive disciplinary steps as defined in the Employee Handbook

  • Supervise and ensure Athletic Coaches, cheerleading sponsors, and volunteers maintain a Christian testimony; meet with them on a regular basis, individually and collectively

  • Confirm Athletic Participation Form, Sports Physical Form, and other documents are completed by all athletes; submit needed documents to MSHSL

  • Assist and ensure regular coach and team devotions are conducted and meaningful

  • Write, maintain, and distribute the Coaches Handbook

  • Maintain knowledge of current athletic administration and/or coaching principles and philosophies

  • Make recommendations for annual athletic department budget

  • Ensure all uniforms and equipment meet required safety standards; communicate with the Finance Office ordering needs for equipment, uniforms, and supplies

  • Contract local media for coverage of events and statistics

  • Participate in the Hillcrest Booster Club

  • Oversee the condition of each athlete’s academic condition; enforce the eligibility list

  • Responsible for coordinating and attending Athletic Banquets

  • Coordinate and lead seasonal parent meetings explaining the athletic program

  • Prepare and submit a quarterly board report to the Head of School

  • Follow Matthew 18 principles regarding questions, concerns, or problems

  • Perform other related and non-related tasks as assigned

Skills and Abilities

  • Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills; able to interact with students and families from various backgrounds

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Effective and encouraging leadership skills

  • Action and results oriented, self-starter, self-directed, and self-motivated with an entrepreneurial quality; able to work without daily oversight

  • Friendly and approachable; caring and compassionate

  • Confident, enthusiastic, and capable

  • Provide a positive example to students by supporting the school’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement, and Mission of Hillcrest Lutheran Academy

  • Able to manage necessary software and database

 Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or GED

  • First Aid and CPR certificate is preferred

  • Previous experience with Google Apps and Microsoft Office is preferred

Physical Requirements

  • Walking, standing, and sitting throughout the day

  • Able to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally

  • Able to move safely over various terrain, between buildings, up/down stairs