Athletic Director

What You’ll Do

Summary of Responsibilities:

  • Develop a long term strategic plan for the athletic program that is values driven and supports the school mission of College, Character, and Community.
  • Model behaviors and the values of Summit Public Schools.
  • Supervision and administration of the athletic program.
  • Oversee and manage the athletic budget of the school, including fundraising efforts.
  • Recruit coaches for all sports, coordinate orientation meetings with School Directors, and manage contract execution and performance.
  • Uniform and equipment inventory and plan the end of season awards program.
  • Recruit and act as liaison between parent sports committee and Schools.
  • Lead the scheduling for a full season of athletic events, including officials and facilities.
  • Represent the School at League and CCS Athletic Director meetings.
  • Process, track and report eligibility, including CCS transfer requests and waivers.
  • Ensure that students, coaches, and parents adhere to School, League and CCS philosophy and rules (certification, eligibility, sportsmanship).
  • Meet regularly with School Directors to assess the athletic program, identify needs, and develop plans.
  • In partnership with School Directors, communicate about athletics philosophy, access and programs to Summit communities.
  • Emphasize the importance and priority of academic success with student athletes.
  • Lead and encourage all students to recognize and act upon the importance of physical exercise to their well‑being.
  • In partnership with School Directors, assess and advise on opportunities for alternative (non-team, non‑competitive) athletic participation (outside organization/program opportunities).
  • For Prop 39, School Leaders need to be involved in scheduling for facilities.
  • For non‑Prop 39, School Leaders and/or Athletic Director.
  • Purchase equipment and uniforms with approval from Executive Director.
  • Ensure school is in compliance with conference rules and regulations.
  • Distribute and maintain first‑aid kit.
  • Complete first‑aid/CPR training.
  • Perform first‑aid/CPR.

What You Need

  • Commitment to uphold Summit’s values, belief that all children deserve a rigorous and equitable education that prepares them for college and for life.
  • Prior experience in physical education and/or sports is preferred.
  • Clear health and background check.
  • Ability to travel between schools.

Who You Are

You maintain high expectations for all students and believe all students can find success in school, college, and life.

You thrive while collaborating and are excited to work with your colleagues. You find positivity in share successes.

You’re deeply dedicated to social justice and feel motivated by the challenge and impact of working in a heterogenous community and closing the achievement gap.

You share our vision to reimagine what schools should be and are excited to make an impact on the public education landscape.

You possess strong relationship skills, with the ability to motivate, inspire, develop, and communicate with a diverse group of students.

You are positive and resilient in the face of big challenges.

You possess outstanding organizational skills and have a passion for the details.

You are empathetic and culturally competent. You’re open to having hard conversations.

You thrive in innovative environments, and are comfortable with the ambiguity that can come with a dynamic and progressive workplace.

What You Get

Summit offers competitive salaries and benefit options for full‑time employees, including covering 75% of the health, dental and vision plan costs. We fully cover life and disability insurance. We have a “take what you need” PTO policy, 11 paid holidays and 3 weeks of organizational‑wide closure during the year. Our compensation policy strives to be equitable and transparent. The salary for this position starts at $30.46 and goes up to $38.27, commensurate with experience and qualifications as well as location.

Summit is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are directly intertwined with education. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals who are members of historically marginalized communities. Spanish language proficiency is a plus.

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