Title: Director of Athletics - RB #20-160 (Probationary in a Temp Assignment)
ID: 5272
Department: Physical Education
Location: Other
Division: Instructional
Description

BOARD OF EDUCATION DEPA RTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES BUFFALO , NEW YORK 14202

RECRUITMENT BULLETIN RB #20-160
DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS
(PROBATIONARY IN A TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT)
JANUARY 15, 2021

NOTICE OF POSITION

POSITION : The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Kriner Cash, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of:

DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS

(PROBATIONARY IN A TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT)

APPLICATION: Candidates interested in applying must complete an online application on the district web site at www.buffaloschools.org . Click the "APPLY" button at the bottom of this page to start your application. Once the form is completed, click the "SUBMIT" button.

DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC INTERVIEWS MAY BE CONDUCTED UTILIZING VIDEO CONFERENCING.

Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. If you do not receive a confirmation email, we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email .

QUALIFICATIONS : Candidates must have a Master's degree, a permanent teaching certificate in Physical Education and Health and a New York State School District Administrator (SDA) or a School District Leader (SDL) certificate. It is required that candidates must attach a PDF or a screen shot of their certifications.

EXPERIENCE : Candidates must have completed five years of approved and appropriate teaching and/or administrative experience, at least one year of which must have been at an administrative or supervisory level .



DUTIES : Under the supervision of the Superintendent, the Director of Athletics will:

• Evaluate, implement and lead the school district extra-curricular Athletic programs;

• Develop athletic program policies and maintain a Buffalo Public School Athletics handbook;

• Prepare and manage a budget including coaching staff salaries/stipends, team travel, equipment purchases and maintenance, facility upkeep, insurance, sponsorships and revenue generation;

• Sources and manages all athletic service, supplier and vendor contracts, in coordination with appropriate School District departments;

• Manages athletic equipment inventories;

• Hires, assigns and supervises coaching staff including performance management and annual performance evaluations;

• Manages staff disciplinary issues;

• Supports coaches and principal in problems with student athlete discipline;

• Provides input into contract negotiation regarding the Athletic coach positions and working conditions;

• Ensures maintenance of insurance policies in conjunction with appropriate School District departments;

• Schedules and oversees all varsity, junior varsity and intramural athletic events, including transportation arrangements;

• Leads School district participation in all regional, state and national tournaments and competitions;

• Develops and manages extra-curricular athletic activities/programs that run during the summer months;

• Plans and executes Athletic award programs;

• Attends home and away games;

• Arranges for ticket sellers, concession, security and other parties for all home games;

• Advertises and arranges for local media coverage for all home games and partners with the School District 's Community Relations Department;

• Develops and maintains a presence on the Buffalo Public School web site;

• Ensures student athletes meet New York State and Section VI eligibility requirements;

• Ensures all applicable student release/permission and/or required physicals are up to date;

• Supports student athletes and parents in response to college/university scouting activities;

• Performs related duties as required.

APPOINTMENT : Appointment will be made by the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, credentials and evaluation of service. Personal interviews shall be scheduled where appropriate.

SALARY : By contractual agreement



FUNDING : Pending

FINAL DATE

FOR FILING : JANUARY 29, 2021



DR. CASH KRINER

SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS