About This Role
The Assistant Athletic Director supports the day-to-day operations of Watkinson’s athletics program, helping ensure that practices, games, events, transportation, communications, and student-athlete celebrations run smoothly.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate seasonal athletic schedules, including games, practices, officials, transportation, facilities, and game-day staffing.
- Maintain athletics schedules, records, department planning tools, and website information.
- Coordinate transportation needs and support the school’s van driver program.
- Manage athletic uniforms, equipment, storage areas, and related inventory.
- Support game-day and special event operations, including facility setup and logistics.
- Manage athletics communications and social media, including schedules, scores, student-athlete recognition, and postseason announcements.
- Support athletics technology, including livestreaming, video platforms, and the athletics website.
- Coordinate photography and media needs for teams, senior athletes, and special events.
- Organize student-athlete recognition programs, including Athlete of the Week, senior celebrations, awards, and end-of-season events.
- Track departmental spending and assist with athletics purchasing and vendor coordination.
- Collaborate closely with coaches, the Athletics Department, Business Office, Communications, Facilities, transportation providers, and other school departments.
- Provide coaching coverage or support for athletic teams as needed throughout the school year.
Requirements
- Diverse administrative experience supporting athletic operations.
- Successful coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level.
- Excellent organizational, collaborative, and communication skills.
- Current CPR, First Aid, AED certifications (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
- Proficiency with administrative and communication technology, including Google Workspace, social media management, and website platforms (e.g., WordPress).
- Ability to work effectively within an open, affirming, and diverse community.
- Flexibility to work non-traditional hours including evenings and weekends during peak athletic seasons.
Nice to have:
- Degree in Sports Management, Physical Education, or a related field.
- Experience leading youth sports programs, mentoring student-athletes, and overseeing day-to-day athletic operations.
- Current school van driving license with CT “A” Endorsement (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
Benefits
- Watkinson is an equal opportunity employer and an open and affirming community. We seek candidates of diverse backgrounds.
