Athletic Director

Description The Director of Athletics provides administrative direction and oversight for all interscholastic athletics staff, programs, facilities, and activities. The Director is responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal, divisional, and institutional athletics regulations, administering departmental funds and accounts in a fiscally responsible manner, and sustaining a culture of sportsmanship, professionalism, and respect at all levels. The Director also collaborates with student administrative offices and Admissions on the recruitment and retention of student-athletes and with the development and the media on publicity and reporting of athletic events and results. Frequent nights and weekend work, as well as in-season travel, are required. As the Academy is making significant investments to elevate athletics, including enhanced facilities, expanded recruiting efforts, increased scholarship support, and strengthened coaching resources, the Director will be expected to lead the development of elite, highly competitive programs capable of competing at the highest levels of interscholastic play. Requirements Hargrave Military Academy is a Christian, college-preparatory leadership academy. Founded in 1909, the Academy is noted for ongoing academic achievement in college placement, athletics, character development, and leadership. Hargrave serves grades 6-12 and one postgraduate year. The Academy is affiliated with the Baptist General Association of Virginia and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools via AdvancED and the Virginia Association of Independent Schools. Has at least 7 years of experience as an Athletic Administrator. Has extensive experience in attracting and retaining qualified coaches, and those from diverse and culturally different backgrounds. Has extensive experience in fundraising, community outreach, and maintaining strong relationships with all supporters. Has experience in new athletic facility construction. Has experience in the career growth of all coaches. Is a continuous self-learner. Open to new ideas, techniques, and instructions. Model and enforce a high safety standard. Hold a certification in American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED (or the ability to obtain one within 3 months of employment). Valid VA driver's license (or the ability to obtain one within 3 months of employment). CDL Preferred. Proficient in all NCAA eligibility requirements. Proficient in using MaxPreps, and HUDL systems. The person employed for this position must be able to verify identity, and employment authorization, complete a background check, a drug test, and a finger print check. Physical Demands May include, but not limited to, being able to perform the following functions: twisting; kneeling, sitting, standing, crouching, bending; reaching above head height; standing on raised platforms/ladders; and the potential of assisting in the carrying of others Must be able to safely lift more than 50 pounds Must be able to read and write effectively with American English as the primary language Must be able to verbally command and to hear commands effectively to respond to Hargrave employees and Cadets Must be comfortable working in varying degrees of seasonal weather

Created: 2026-03-10