PRIMARY PURPOSE:

• To direct and manage the overall program of extracurricular and intramural athletics for the campus. Work to provide each student with opportunity to participate in an extracurricular athletic activity and ensure compliance with all state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and local requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor Degree…Master’s degree preferred
• Valid Texas teaching certificate

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Knowledge of overall operations of an athletic program
• Knowledge of state and UIL policies governing athletics
• Ability to implement policy and procedures
• Ability to interpret data
• Ability to manage budget and personnel and coordinate district function
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

EXPERIENCE:

• Successful experience as a Coach/Administrator
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Administration may find appropriate and acceptable

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Direct and manage the campus athletic program and facilities
• Plan necessary time, resources, and materials to support accomplishment of department goals
• Establish physical and academic eligibility requirements for participation in each sport, and verify each athlete’s eligibility
• Maintain an active program that promotes good sportsmanship and student development
• Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to gauge athletic program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responsive to student needs
• Plan necessary time, resources, and materials to support accomplishment of department goals
• Prepare and approve all interscholastic game schedules
• Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town athletic events
• Manage campus athletic operations by directing ticket sales, employing game officials, and ensuring preparation of facilities
• Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all athletic equipment
• Coordinate the use of all athletic facilities by nonschool groups
• Plan, organize, and supervise all athletic awards programs
• Implement district student management policies, communicate expected student behavior related to athletics, and ensure enforcement of student discipline in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook
• Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences on vital issues with parents, students, and teachers
• Implement the policies established by federal law, state law, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and local board policy in area of athletics
• Compile, maintain, file, and present all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required
• Administer the athletic budget and ensure that programs are cost effective and that funds are managed prudently
• Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs
• Initiate purchase orders and bids in accordance with budgetary limitations and district policies
• Maintain a current inventory of supplies and equipment and recommend disposal and replacement of equipment when necessary
• Approve and forward purchase orders for athletic department to accounting department
• Prepare, review, and revise job descriptions for athletic department
• Recruit, select, train, and supervise all athletic department personnel and make sound recommendations about personnel placement, assignments, retention, discipline, and dismissal
• Evaluate job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness
• Develop training options and/or improvement plans for employees to ensure exemplary operation in area of athletics
• Articulate the district’s mission and goals in the area of athletics to community and solicit its support in realizing mission
• Demonstrate awareness of district and community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs
• Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement
• Support athletic booster club activities
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of coaches and support staff
• Perform other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Campus Coaching staff

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

• Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent district and statewide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours

Physical demands/environmental factors:

• Managing simultaneously occurring projects, communicating effectively with publics, and making effective decisions while maintaining emotional control

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.

Employment Begins: January 14, 2024 (Professional Pay Plan - 226 Days)

The Mesquite Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or for any other reason prohibited by law.