Fall 2026Athletic Director

Job Title: Athletic Director Reports To: Director of Operations Supervisory: Yes Exempt Pay Type: If yes: Employees (coaches) Contract Wkrs If exempt: Professional Salaried Compensation: Pay range: $58,656.00-$65,000/yr. Benefits: For employees contracted for 30 hours per week or more, Thomas MacLaren School pays for 100% of the employee's base insurance premiums (Health, Dental, Vision, Long-term and Short-term disability, Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance, and Life insurance) for the base level coverages. No benefits are provided to employees contracted for less than 30 hours per week. General Purpose: The Athletic Director coordinates, implements, and evaluates the athletic program in conformance with school policies, Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA) rules and conference league policies, and the mission of Thomas MacLaren School. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Mission Learn the mission of the school and how it applies to Athletics Positively represent the school at home and away sporting and non-sporting events Positively represents the school and its mission to the students, parents, colleagues, and general public Compliance Assure that coaches and players adhere to CHSAA rules; assist in assuring that the athletic program meets League and CHSAA regulations Verify that all athletes are medically cleared, have been released by parents, and have paid the sports registration fee Collect and maintain on file a properly completed physical exam that is updated annually for every student participating in athletics Verify that all athletes are academically eligible to compete Provide training of coaching staff in coordination with Head of School and health team Ensure that each varsity coach maintains an accurate inventory of equipment and materials, and check such an inventory at the conclusion of each season Ensure each team has uniforms that comply with the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) requirements for their sport Assist in the responsibility for certification of coaching staff in accordance with CHSAA guidelines Prepare and maintain a master sports calendar that includes conference and non-conference games/events Establish and enforce a safety protocol for after-school practices Communication & Events Be able to work cooperatively with school staff and administration Develop a schedule of varsity and junior varsity and middle school events in accordance with CHSAA and League regulations. Attend monthly athletic conference meetings Conduct mandatory parent training each season - this has been modified to only be required of "new" families. Coordinate release times of athletes on days of competition, verify and report on attendance Coordinate the collection of rosters for program information as needed Collaborate with the Assistant Head of School - Student Life in running monthly student-faculty athletic events as needed Communicate with health office about physicals, injuries, and CPR First Aid training of coaches Communicate with health office and appropriate faculty concerning athletes who sustained an injury Organize the Athletic Honors events. Keep records of all awards/letters issued. Coordinate the ordering of awards Respond to all concerns, calls, and emails from staff and parents. Provide a channel through which students and the community may express their concerns about an athletic program Manage Athletic budget Supervision Serve as the "Administrator on Duty" at all home games or delegate to a trained administrator Works closely with the staff and administration to develop and enforce an athletic/academic code of conduct which is consistent with the goals of the administration and the school Oversee the selection of coaches for the athletic program, coordinate with Human Resources to post jobs for coaching positions and lead the interview and hiring process Evaluate all athletic programs on an annual basis. Make recommendations for improvement to the Executive Director Evaluate coaches on an annual basis and mentor their development Troubleshoot the day-to-day operation of a high school athletic program Provide adequate practice and playing facilities Assume responsibility for the safety and welfare of students whenever a danger is observed on or about the campus, following established protocols and EAPs. Coordinate gym, building and athletic field use with the appropriate site Orient all coaches regarding site and school policies, procedures and expectations Oversee the maintenance of the inventory of all athletic equipment and uniforms Assist in the responsibility for the care of athletic facilities Secure game workers for athletic contests: officials, announcers, clock operators, score keepers, line judges, etc. Maintain punctuality for all prescribed functions Confirm officials' contracts and all non-conference contest contracts Mediate the resolution of problems, issues, and concerns that may arise between coaches and athletic programs If needed, supervise extracurricular activities As needed or assigned; if qualified, the AD may teach or have other assignments such as monitoring duties. Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director This description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities of this job. It is intended only to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree (preferred) with administrative and/or coaching experience Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong organizational ability and detailed oriented. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal communication, and organizational skills; solid working knowledge of school-based athletics, the CHSAA, and conference league rules and procedures. Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook CPR/First Aid/AED training (will provide if not current) Experience: Experience in sports management or coaching skills Physical Requirements of this position include: WORKING ENVIRONMENT: SELDOM OCCASIONAL FREQUENT SELDOM OCCASIONAL FREQUENT EXTREME COLD OR HEAT X VISUAL ACUITY: Near/Far X HEIGHTS X HEARING X NOISE X SPEECH x DRIVING X EYE/HAND COORDIN. x WALKING/Uneven Surfaces X TRAVEL: WORKING ALONE X Local x WORK WITH OTHERS X National x MOVING HEAVY ITEMS: SELDOM OCCASIONAL FREQUENT OPERATING MACHINERY: LIFTING/LOWERING Over 50 lbs Over 30 lbs. 0-30 lbs. COMPUTER x LIFTING OVER SHOULDER Over 50 lbs Over 30 lbs. 0-30 lbs. COPIER x REACHING OVER SHLDER Over 50 lbs Over 30 lbs. 0-30 lbs. MOUSE x CARRYING Over 50 lbs Over 30 lbs. 0-30 lbs. TELEPHONE x PUSHING/PULLING Over 50 lbs Over 30 lbs. 0-30 lbs. OTHER (please list) PULLING Over 50 lbs Over 30 lbs. 0-30 lbs.

Created: 2026-03-10