Executive Director, Athletics-440

                                                        Executive Director, Athletics
 Reports to:        Chief of Schools                              Job Code:             440
 Department:        Administrative Certified                      Structure/Grade:      Unified/134
 Division:          School Leadership                             Workdays:             246 Days
 Retirement:        Teacher's Retirement System (TRS)

 Position Summary
Plan, develop, and direct the implementation and monitoring of policies, budgets, and schedules for secondary school
athletic programs, while providing leadership and guidance to ensure their successful operation and alignment with
the organization's overall vision and strategic goals. Serve as a senior leader in the organization, with responsibility
for the operational and financial performance of multiple departments. Translate corporate objectives into strategic
business plans for the assigned functions, guiding the direction for major initiatives.

 Essential Job Duties
    •   Develop and enforce administrative policies and procedures for the organization of interscholastic athletic
        and extracurricular activities.
    •   Administer rules and regulations that govern athletics in the DeKalb County School District, ensuring
        compliance with district standards.
    •   Communicate effectively with parents, coaches, principals, vendors, and all stakeholders involved in
        athletics.
    •   Coordinate schedules for all athletic teams at middle and high school levels to facilitate smooth operations
        of sports programs.
    •   Manage the budget for the athletics department, setting financial plans and goals aligned with corporate
        objectives.
    •   Oversee operation and management of stadiums to ensure safety, security, and proper maintenance during
        all athletic events.
    •   Conduct seminars with parent groups to address athletic issues/concerns and foster community
        engagement.
    •   Perform annual inventory of all athletic equipment in secondary schools to maintain accountability of
        resources.
    •   Translate strategic business plans into actionable steps within the area of responsibility while being
        accountable for medium- to long-term impact decisions on operations.
    •   Oversee the development and implementation of policies and procedures required to meet regulatory
        requirements, operational targets, and financial goals.
    •   Analyze data to inform decisions and improve practices.
    •   Support the professional growth of staff by providing direction, support, and constructive feedback.
    •   Set financial plans and goals, bearing accountability for departmental financial performance.
    •   Perform additional duties as assigned.

 Qualifications
    •   Master's Degree or greater in Education Administration, Athletic Administration, Coaching, or a closely related
        area with 7 years of experience required.

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    •   Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in educational leadership at level L-5,
        NL-5, PL-6 or above, or eligibility for the NPL certificate in educational leadership or Support Personnel License
        from the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.

 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    •   Knowledge of DCSD policies and procedures
    •   Ability to create and direct long-term strategic plans for the organization and assigned departments, providing
        direction for major initiatives
    •   Ability to direct and administer the programs and services of a non-profit educational and/or service
        organization
    •   Ability to represent assigned departments to create and inspire the organization's overall vision, mission, and
        strategic goals
    •   High level of financial literacy, and the ability to maintain accountability for financial plans and goals
    •   Ability to oversee policies and processes that have significant operational and financial impact on the
        organization
    •   Superior critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
    •   Ability to make critical strategic decisions that have a significant impact on the organization
    •   Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to lead managers and senior managers and align
        teams toward common goals
    •   Superior communication skills and the ability to interact with other organization and industry leaders, providing
        thought and pushback on ideas
    •   Ability to represent the organization internally and externally, and coordinate and collaborate with federal,
        state, regional, and local organizations

 Physical Demands and Work Environment
Constantly required to exchange accurate information.
Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery.
Constantly observes details at close range.
Frequently remains in a stationary position.
Occasionally moves about inside an office.
Occasionally moves office equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
Constantly works in an indoor environment.

 Supervisory Responsibility
Provides leadership and direction to multiple teams through lower-level leadership and management.
Develops mid to long-term talent plans to executive organization strategies.

Disclaimer: Information contained within this position specification only summarizes information for interested
individuals. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by
the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties,
and skills required of a person in this position. If there is a discrepancy between the information in this position
specification, the current documents obtained in the Division of Human Resources will always govern. The DeKalb
County School District reserves the right to modify, alter or discontinue these reference materials for any reason.
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Reviewed/Revised: 05/30/2024

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