Athletics & Activities Director at School Site

Job Number:2019-7366
Athletics & Activities Director at School Site
Tyee High School
1.000
FTE:
7.00
Hours Per Day:
Position Type: Continuing
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End Time:
Salary: $56,368.00 - $111,245.00
07/01/2019 - To be considered for this position, please submit a completed
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JOB TITLE: ATHLETICS AND ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR - at School Site

GROUP: HEA BASE CONTRACT DAYS PER FISCAL YEAR: 180

FLSA STATUS: Exempt Plus additional days as provided by the HEA bargaining agreement

SUMMARY: This building level position is designed to assist the school principal and Director of Athletics with the management of the school athletics program and class activities such as dances, assemblies and graduation events. The athletic director assists in supervision of coaches and others involved in school athletics programs and acts as a liaison between administration and ASB and for booster group representatives. The expectation for this position is to direct implementation and interpretation of the policies of the Board of Education, the school district, and WIAA as outlined in the respective handbooks, by-laws and sport regulations. This position shall be responsible for the overall leadership, supervision and coordination of all sports programs to ensure students have worthwhile learning experiences.

CONTEXT AND MISSION: Highline Public Schools serves approximately 19,000 students in the communities of Burien, Des Moines, Normandy Park, SeaTac, Boulevard Park and White Center Heights in Washington State. Starting in the fall of 2012, the Highline community came together to develop a four-year strategic plan outlining the community's bold goals and big dreams for its children. The plan's promise is that every student in Highline Public Schools is known by name, strength, and need, and graduates prepared for college, career, and citizenship. The collective commitment embodied in the plan is grounded in the community's deep belief that Highline students are capable of reaching the plan's ambitious goals and is driven by students' aspirations for their future. The instructional vision articulated in the plan is organized around Four Pillars that guide professional and organizational practices: - Equitable access to rigorous, standards-based instruction. High-quality instruction for all students. - Results-focused professional learning and collaboration. Investing in our people so they continuously fine-tune their craft and grow in their profession. - Strong partnerships with families and community. Schools can't do it alone. We are better when students, families, community and educators work hand-in-hand. - A culturally responsive organization. Our diversity is a strength and an asset. We are committed to equity, excellent service for all, and continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - Provides leadership and coordination of all school Athletic Department functions as assigned by the principal or Director of Athletics. - Conducts interviews for coaching vacancies. - Ensures all paid and volunteer coaches are properly cleared to work with students to include WSP/FBI background checks, required certifications, and district badge. - Coordinates and develops practice schedules and facility coordination (building permits) at assigned high school and other practice sites in conjunction with the District Athletics Office. - Schedules opponents and makes travel arrangements. - Orders transportation and works with other Building AD's to share transportation where possible.

JOB DESCRIPTION: ATHLETICS AND ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR - at School Site - Confirms seasonal schedules with opponents and cross-checks district schedules database for accuracy. - Reviews orders for officials prepared by the District Athletics Office and cross-checks officiating assignments through Arbiter prior to each event to ensure officials have been assigned. - Accepts, reviews and monitors all student eligibility paperwork to include grade checks for academic compliance. - Ensures that emergency forms for approved student-athletes have been supplied to each coach prior to the first day of practice for each student. - Prepares a building-level ASB budget and coordinates a request, review, and approval process for head coaches in conjunction with the assistant principal in charge of ASB. - Observes and evaluates all head coaches, assistant coaches and volunteer coaches per department guidelines. - Reviews observation information with the assistant principal with oversight for athletics and the Director of Athletics. - Coordinates and assists with supervision/coverage for all sporting events. - Attends regular meetings with the Director of Athletics to coordinate the district wide athletics program. - Coordinates and leads seasonal parent meetings. - Coordinates and leads regular coaches' meetings. - Coordinates team and overnight travel per district policy. - Coordinates in-building event staff and administrative supervision for building athletic events. - Regularly inspects athletics facilities for potential safety hazards and reports issues to Director of Athletics. - Serves as the liaison for booster group representatives and ensures compliance with District and State guidelines. Attends parent booster meetings. - Serves as the liaison between administration and ASB. Oversees ASB budget and collaborates with school bookkeeper. - Oversees graduation events and class activities; supervises dances. Plans and coordinates all assemblies with students. - Approves fundraising requests and fundraisers to ensure compliance with District and State guidelines. - Serves as a member of the Advisory committee to support student voice in school climate and culture. - May teach leadership class. - Completes and submits required WIAA paperwork to include coordination of student eligibility appeals. - Builds partnerships with community and youth sports groups. Other Functions - Performs other related duties as assigned by supervising principal or Director of Athletics for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit and supporting student learning objectives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A valid Washington state teacher certificate with a secondary grade level endorsement Five years of experience coaching and/or supervising high school athletics programs



PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:: Experience in working with a diverse student population Certified Athletic Administrator (CAA) Coaching and/or supervision of Washington State High School Athletics Program Highline Public Schools 002TCHATHD Athletics Director at School Site Page 2 of 4

JOB DESCRIPTION: ATHLETICS AND ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR - at School Site

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: Criminal background clearance Valid Washington State driver's license and proof of insurance First Aid/CPR/AED/Concussion Training/Sudden Cardiac Arrest within first 30 days of employment Type II license within first year CAA by start of fourth year CMAA by start of eighth year

KNOWLEDGE OF: WIAA rules and regulations ASB laws surrounding student activity funding Fair Labor Standards Act rules and regulations surrounding volunteering School board policies and procedures

ABILITY TO: Communicate effectively verbally and in writing Operate a variety of modern office equipment including microcomputers and related software Maintain effective working relationships with individuals and groups in a multicultural and diverse community Demonstrate self-start leadership with consistency Able to work independently Exemplify a commitment to personal growth, learning, and application Hire, evaluate, and supervise staff Create budgets and work within the boundaries of accounting Comply with school board policies and follow administrative procedures

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Building principal or designee and the Director of Athletics

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in indoor and outdoor conditions and occasionally in inclement weather. The employee regularly works near video display. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to noisy. This position occasionally is faced with disgruntled students, parents, staff, community members, and officials. Highline Public Schools 002TCHATHD Athletics Director at School Site Page 3 of 4

JOB DESCRIPTION: ATHLETICS AND ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR - at School Site

CLASSIFICATION HISTORY Updated by Human Resources as outlined by Athletics Director and Principal, 2016.02.25 Updated "Ability To" section by Human Resources, 2014.09.03 Transferred to newest format by Human Resources, 2014.03.11 Updated by Human Resources, 10/2012 Created by Human Resources, 07/2010 Job descriptions are written as a representative list of the ADA essential duties performed by the entire classification. They cannot include, and are not intended to include, every possible activity and task performed by every specific employee. Highline Public Schools 002TCHATHD Athletics Director at School Site Page 4 of 4