Job Description
Reports to: High School Principal
Job Objective : Directs the interscholastic athletic program
Minimum Qualifications: - Holds/maintains required state department of education credentials. Advanced program leadership skills verified by training and work experience. Comprehensive understanding of Ohio High School Athletic Association Constitution, Bylaws and Sports Regulations.
- Available to work a non-traditional schedule and irregular hours when required.
- Displays flexibility, reliability, self-discipline and a willingness to take on challenging tasks.
- Effective communication, problem-solving and time management skills.
- Embodies high ethical standards/integrity. Accepts responsibility for personal decisions/conduct.
- Maintains a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
NOTE: Contracts are made available to licensed staff with appropriate knowledge and experience. Unfilled positions may be offered to other qualified applicants meeting school district and state department of education criteria. Verification of credentials and work history is required. A Pupil Activity Permit and/or Ohio School Van Driver Certificate may be required.
Essential Functions: - Professionally manages athletic programs. Actively supervises department staff. Establishes appropriate levels of employee autonomy and accountability.
- Provides direction, support and accountability to help students benefit from program participation.
- Efficiently manages concurrent responsibilities. Prioritizes assigned tasks. Develops effective solutions for work-related problems. Completes tasks within required time-frames.
- Serves as an adviser to the superintendent and active member of the administrative team.
- Administers program compliance with all required OHSAA criteria.
- Ensures athletic fields comply with conference/league and state athletic association regulations.
- Protects district property. Implements procedures to prevent the loss of supplies/equipment.
- Oversees the collection of accurate program data and the timely processing of paperwork.
- Recruits/selects highly-qualified staff based on credentials and work experience.
- Secures game officials except those contracted by the league commissioner. Hires home game personnel (e.g., security, timers, score keepers, announcers, field staff, ticket sellers/takers, etc.).
- Communicates staff responsibilities and work schedules before the start of each program activities. Establishes/maintains high standards of conduct for all program staff and volunteers
- Assumes responsibility for the results of delegated duties. Evaluates/documents staff performance.
- Directs the development and dissemination of program information (e.g., calendar, policy/procedure handbooks, participation criteria, registration forms, etc.). Schedules athletic contests.
- Actively markets program activities (e.g., displays, open houses, relationship management, speeches, special events, etc.). Responds promptly to requests for information.
- Implements the board-approved budget as assigned. Requisitions materials/services. Monitors vendor pricing to control costs. Manages the judicious use of program resources.
- Builds community coalitions that provide financial support for program priorities.
- Develops/implements a ticket sales policy. Manages ticket sales programs.
- Prepares program reports/attendance records. Monitors staff compliance with accounting procedures (i.e., sales receipts, bank deposits, time sheets, payment vouchers, audits, etc.).
- Upholds fiscal accountability standards. Prepares revenue/expense projections as requested.
- Collaborates with program staff to develop recommendations for replacing/upgrading equipment.
- Works with the superintendent and treasurer to align budget proposals with district goals.
- Encourages student involvement. Oversees the management medical records and verification of scholastic eligibility. Promotes academic success as an important priority.
- Ensures students receive appropriate instruction, support and opportunities to participate.
- Ensures equipment is appropriate for the physical development and skill level of participants.
- Promotes sportsmanship (i.e., ethics, fairness, fellowship, respect, etc.).
- Helps staff deal with discipline issues. Prepares conduct reports/discipline recommendations.
- Arranges student transportation for sanctioned activities.
- Organizes recognition events. Verifies students have fulfilled requirements for awards.
- Administers community use of athletic facilities.
- Represents the district at athletic league meetings as directed.
- Attends meetings, provides direction and facilitates athletic booster association activities.
- Evaluates operational performance. Identifies short/long-range program needs and opportunities
- Exemplifies professionalism. Fosters goodwill to enhance the district's public image.
- Cultivates community relationships that promote strong public support for the district.
- Enforces drug-free workplace rules, board policies and administrative guidelines/procedures.
- Functions as part of a cohesive team. Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers.
- Keeps an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
- Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
- Performs all aspects of the job. Sustains effective working/learning environments.
- Respects privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
- Maintains open/effective communications. Serves as a reliable information resource.
- Provides prompt notification of personal delays or absences.
- Uses active listening/problem-solving techniques. Respects diversity. Resolves issues tactfully.
- Works with staff to ensure shared resources are used effectively.
- Pursues opportunities to enhance personal performance.
- Keeps current with professional standards associated with work duties.
- Updates personal skills as needed to use task-appropriate technology effectively
- Keeps informed about workplace safety procedures. Initiates action to manage risks.
- Helps update and implement a comprehensive school safety/emergency operations plan.
- Maintains high standards for appropriate conduct. Takes action to address harassment and/or aggressive behavior. Complies with administrative directives and federal/state laws when dealing with discrimination, inappropriate behavior, suspected child abuse or neglect.
- Manages student behavior using positive behavioral support techniques.
- Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.
- Implements workplace initiatives that advance organizational goals
Working Conditions: Safety is essential to job performance. Employees must comply with applicable workplace safety regulations, health laws and district protocols,
if duties involve any the following situations: - Encounters with angry, rude and/or unpleasant individuals.
- Exposure to air-borne particulates, chemicals, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, noise, moving mechanical parts, odors and/or slippery/uneven surfaces.
- Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and/or communicable diseases.
- Exposure to weather conditions and/or temperature extremes.
- Extensive standing/sitting. Frequent balancing, bending, climbing, crouching, kneeling, or reaching.
- Operating and/or riding in a vehicle. Working in or near vehicular traffic.
- Performing difficult tasks that require dexterity, physical strength and stamina.
- Traveling to meetings and work assignments.
- Working at heights, in confined spaces and/or under diminished lighting.
The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.
The Heath City School District is an equal opportunity employer. This document identifies typical job functions and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible work duties. Employee performance is evaluated according to board policy, administrative procedures and current contractual agreements.
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