About This Role
Directing the athletic program is the core of this administrative role, providing vision, leadership, and oversight for all areas of the school's athletics. This position suits an experienced leader who can build strong relationships, advance the program's long-term growth, and support the school's mission.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with members of the Administrative Team to recruit, hire, mentor, evaluate, and retain outstanding coaches
- Provide leadership and oversight for the Athletic Department
- Develop and execute a comprehensive communication plan for ELCA Athletics that effectively reaches students, parents, alumni, and supporters
- Lead fundraising and advancement efforts for the Athletic Department in collaboration with the Community Engagement Department, including cultivating relationships with donors, sponsors, alumni, and community supporters to strengthen and grow athletic programs and facilities
- Create and sustain mutually beneficial relationships with the GHSA, member schools, school leaders, and other external organizations important to the success of ELCA Athletics
- Ensure that ELCA
- Foster strong internal relationships with faculty, staff, parents, booster organizations, and the broader ELCA community
- Promote and model a culture of excellence, sportsmanship, discipleship, and Christ-centered leadership throughout the athletic program
- Serve as the primary administrator and leader for all athletic operations, while supporting coaches and student-athletes in fulfilling the mission of Kingdom Athletics
- Ensure that ELCA athletic facilities, fields, and public areas are maintained at a high standard of excellence
Requirements
- Bachelor
- Committed follower of Jesus Christ who demonstrates the highest level of integrity and serves as a Christ-centered role model for students, coaches, and families
- Individual who attends church regularly and faithfully and actively models a mature Christian life consistent with the mission and values of ELCA
- Professional with the capacity to manage a complex and expansive athletic program within a school environment that values academic, fine arts, and athletic excellence
- Visionary leader who can build upon ELCA
- Collaborative colleague who serves effectively as a member of the school
- Relationship-builder who can effectively engage alumni, parents, donors, and supporters in advancing the mission and goals of ELCA Athletics
- Regular attender and a member in good standing at a bible-believing church
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
