Assistant Athletic Director

Job Description

Worcester Academy, a day-boarding school with grades 6 thru PG, seeks an Assistant Athletic Director who is committed to providing our student-athletes with meaningful learning experiences both on and off the playing field. We are looking for an individual who can support our coaching staff in developing thoughtful and meaningful experiences for our teams. The successful candidate in this role will understand the value of working cooperatively and collaboratively with adults in a team-based setting as well as have the ability to work independently. We are looking for an individual who embraces a growth mindset for their own professional development and who can help coaches and students to do the same.

This position reports to the Athletic Director.

Roles And Responsibilities

General

• Assist in the planning and execution and supervision of all athletic events including practices, games, and tournaments ensuring they run smoothly and safely
• Manage all details of the scheduling of athletic competitions in both the Upper and Middle Schools including coordinating travel arrangements and the assigning of game officials
• Collaborate with the Athletic Director and the leadership team to support the strategic growth and development of our athletic programs in alignment with Worcester Academys mission and values
• Partner with the Athletic Director to develop and implement department policies and procedures and provide leadership and support to coaches, athletes, and parents in promoting teamwork and sportsmanship
• Support the Athletic Director in the hiring, training, and supervision of athletic department staff and foster a positive and collaborative work environment within the department
• Purchase athletic equipment and uniforms in collaboration with the Athletics Department
• Provide content to the Worcester Academy Communications department to be shared on for social media and the Worcester Academy website
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment within the department
• Maintain mature and age-appropriate judgment and boundaries and serve as a role model for students and colleagues and maintain and environment that fosters inclusion and respect
• Coach at least one season
  
  

Required Experience

Desired Qualifications and Skills:

Education/Licenses

• Minimum: Bachelors degree
• Valid CPR/First Aid certification
  
  

Experience

• Previous experience managing the administrative functions of an athletic program preferred
• Athletics coaching experience is highly desirable
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• A strong commitment to education
• An open and collaborative work style with and ability to cultivate and build superior relationships
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
• Knowledge of database management
• Creative problem solving skills with a positive outlook and sense of humor
  
  

Working Environment

• Work full-time and maintain regular and predictable attendance
• Ability to move throughout the campus during all weather conditions
• Ability to effectively communicate in person and digitally with coaches, staff, parents, students and external contacts
• Ability to drive Worcester Academy bus to and from sporting events
  
  

This position is classified as an 11-month position.

An 11 month employee will receive all scheduled breaks off during the school year. They will have the month of July off every year; they must work the full month of June and the full month of August. They will receive 11 days PTO

Application Process

Candidates should submit an electronic application to Worcester Academys employment page, including the following documents:

• A cover letter addressed to Julie Berberian , Athletic Director
• A current resume
• A list of three references (references will not be contacted without prior knowledge of the candidate
  
  

Equal Opportunity Statement

Worcester Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we subscribe to all federal and state legislation prohibiting discrimination of any sort in hiring, conditions of employment, or employee benefits for reasons of race, creed, color, religious belief, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, veteran status (including Vietnam-era veteran status) or any other protected class pursuant to applicable local, state, or federal laws. Worcester Academy fully complies with all government requirements for determining and implementing Affirmative Action policies related to the protected classes mentioned above.

Benefits

Competitive Benefits Package Offered

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