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Junipero Serra High School, a Catholic college preparatory school in Gardena, California, is accepting applications for the position of Director of Athletics for the 2025-2026 academic year. The Director of Athletics is appointed by and is responsible to the Principal and is charged with the leadership, supervision, and coordination of all school athletic programs. Candidates should be:

• Faith-driven leaders who support and uphold Catholic education and student formation.
• Knowledgeable of high school athletics administration, including CIF, CAA, and Camino/Del Rey Association regulations.
• Strong in leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experienced in managing budgets, facilities, and scheduling for athletics.
• Passionate about fostering a competitive, safe, and character-focused athletic environment.

Duties:

• Ensures that the school’s mission and philosophy are implemented within the athletic program, fostering moral values, social behavior, sportsmanship, and pride in accomplishment.
• Supervises, observes, and evaluates all faculty and non-faculty coaches, ensuring adherence to school and league policies.
• Serves as the school representative at league meetings and athletic events.
• Manages the hiring process for new coaches, including recruitment, interviews, and recommendations to the Principal.
• Assists the Principal in the annual revision of faculty and student handbooks regarding athletic policies and procedures.
• Establishes clear disciplinary procedures for student-athletes, ensuring due process, parent communication, and enforcement of team policies.
• Collaborates with the Athletic Administrator in developing and managing the athletic department budget, including equipment purchasing and facility improvements.
• Maintains records of student eligibility, athletic participation, injuries, and medical documentation.

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