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Duties

• Supervise athletic programs and related activities for the district including recommending policies and procedures to improve student-athlete experiences at MVTHS.  The AD is expected to attend at least one of all athletic events in all sports.
• Analyze and evaluate existing athletic programs for the purpose of ensuring that they serve the best interest of all students
• Lead and collaborate the recruitment, selection, supervision, evaluation, and mentoring of all coaches
• Take steps to avoid discrimination and proactively root out all bias at all levels of program implementation
• Supervise the district’s athletic facilities, oversee the scheduling and coordination of practices and events, and disseminate information regarding the times and locations of events
• Supervise and coordinate the district budget and finances for all sports programs and sporting events
• Purchase athletic equipment and uniforms for all athletic programs and ensures that equipment is properly maintained
• Assist in ensuring that all applicable laws and regulations relating to athletics are applied and followed, including Title IX, other federal and state regulations, and IHSA rules
• Coordinate and manage the district’s transportation schedule for all activities, including regular routes, athletic events, and extracurricular activities
• Establish criteria for awards relating to participation and demonstration of excellence in athletic programs
• Create materials to publicize athletic and sporting events
• Maintain professional relationships with the media
• Manage the contract with the district’s provider for athletic training
• Serve as a fundraiser for the athletic department and district by working with local businesses and community agencies 
• Direct and supervise summer athletic camps
• Evaluate other members of the district’s staff, including teachers and secretaries
• Serve as a member of the administrative team

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related field
• Illinois Professional Educator License with General Administrative Endorsement or Principal endorsement preferred
• Successful high school or college coaching and teaching experience
• Successful experience directing or assisting with the direction of a high school athletic department preferred
• Knowledge/experience in the administration of athletic association rules and regulations
• Experience preparing, overseeing, and administering budgets

Salary/Benefits

To be discussed with a successful candidate.

Additional Notes

Professional Characteristics, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Dedication to fostering an environment in which all student-athletes can be successful
• Leadership style that values people and models high personal and professional standards, ethics, and dedication to excellence
• Knowledge of athletics, athletic programs, and physical fitness
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding school district athletic programs, safety and health, and other areas
• Ability to evaluate, develop and implement athletic programs, manage activities
  and events, and make effective recommendations related to those areas
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organization, and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to build strong rapport with students, staff, parents, and the community
• Strong skills in financial management and budgetary processes, as it relates to athletics
• Demonstrated ability to delegate responsibility to coaches and sponsors and hold them responsible for implementing the programs assigned
• Demonstrated ability to plan and implement long and short range athletic program improvements

How to Apply

Mt. Vernon Township High School District #201 is seeking an Athletic Director position for the 2021-2022 School Year. Applications, letters of interest and resumes can be submitted using the following link: https://www.applitrack.com/mvths/onlineapp/

School District

Mt. Vernon Township High School

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Job Posting Date

1/15/2021

Application Deadline

2/5/2021

Start Date

7/1/2021