Assistant Director of Athletics (Leave Replacement)

The Assistant Director of Athletics (Leave Replacement) reports directly to the Director of Athletics. The Assistant Director of Athletics (Leave Replacement) collaborates with the Director of Athletics to carry out a vision for the athletic program of the school and maintains and oversees tasks that support program development. The athletic program is built on progressive education principles with the goal of meeting the needs of all student-athletes in an atmosphere of inclusion and positive competition.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES/TASKS

• Supports the Director of Athletics in all aspects of Athletics programming.
• Creates and maintains systems to coordinate day-to-day operations for coaches and student-athletes, including but not limited to setting up and breaking down the gym, confirming games, scheduling transportation and athletic events, and coordinating referees.
• Represents Calhoun at home games in the gym, including setting up the gym, welcoming visiting teams, maintaining a positive atmosphere among students, families, and visitors, and running the clock and score table when needed.
• Supports the Director of Athletics with all Athletics events and programming, including planning, preparation and setup, facilitation, and breakdown.
• Coordinates and manages equipment and uniforms, including tracking inventory and preparing orders for new equipment and uniforms.
• Supports the Director of Athletics with leading and collaborating with student groups, including the Athletics Community Engagement Team.

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS

After-school, evening, and weekend availability.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in related field
• Teaching experience, preferably in a progressive school environment
• Previous head coaching experience
• Demonstrated excellence in organization, management, and interpersonal skills

QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED

• Previous experience in athletic administration
• Previous experience as head coach in two or more sports
• Previous experience with leadership development
• Previous experience with explicit diversity and equity-based work

SUCCESS FACTORS/JOB COMPETENCIES

• Strong team player
• Time management and the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Outstanding planning and the ability to think ahead and strategize over a 1-2-year span
• Commitment to progressive education values
• Passion for the development of youth sports and dual-goal coaching

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK REQUIREMENTS

The employee is required to stand, walk, sit, run, handle athletic equipment, talk, and hear while performing the duties of this job. Employee must occasionally lift/move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY WORK

Calhoun is committed to addressing issues of social justice, diversity, equity, and anti-bias education in our curriculum and in our community. Employees must be willing learners and participants in supporting this work.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY

Calhoun is committed to recruiting, hiring, and supporting a diverse staff and welcomes applicants of all gender, sexuality, religious, ethnic, racial and cultural identities. Calhoun does not unlawfully discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of one’s actual or perceived race; color; religion; sex/gender (including gender identity); creed; sexual orientation; marital status; pregnancy; ethnicity; national origin; ancestry; age; disability.