ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
Our Lady of Good Counsel High School(OLGCHS)
Our Lady of Good Counsel High School
Olney, Maryland
www.olgchs.org
ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
Start Date: July 1, 2026
MISSION STATEMENT
At Good Counsel, a Catholic high school sponsored by the Xaverian Brothers, we inspire
our students to excel, serve, and love.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Our Lady of Good Counsel High School is searching for its next Athletic Director, who
will begin in July 2026. The Athletic Director provides strategic leadership, vision, and
operational oversight for a nationally competitive interscholastic athletic program. The
Director is responsible for building and sustaining an athletics culture defined by
competitive excellence, integrity, sportsmanship, and the holistic development of
student-athletes in our Catholic and Xaverian tradition.
The Athletic Director oversees all aspects of the athletics department, including program
strategy, coaching leadership, scheduling, facilities, compliance, budgets, and
student-athlete welfare. The role requires managing a large and complex athletics
program that competes in the Washington Catholic Athletic Conference (WCAC) and
nationally while maintaining alignment with the school’s academic mission and Catholic
Xaverian values.
The Athletic Director is a community builder, collaborator, and skilled communicator
who strengthens the partnerships between faculty, students, and parents. The Athletic
Director works closely with the President, Principal, Assistant Principal for Student Life,
and senior school leaders to ensure that athletics enhances the educational experience
and contributes positively to the school’s reputation and community. The Athletic
Director reports to both the President and Principal and will participate in an annual
performance review conducted by both. The review will consider progress toward
performance indicators, strategic program development, and alignment with the school’s
mission and community expectations. This position directly supervises two Assistant
Athletic Directors, a Director of Strength & Conditioning, a Director of Sports Medicine,
Athletic Trainers, and head coaches of all team sports.
REGIONALLY AND NATIONALLY RANKED ATHLETICS
Good Counsel’s top-ranked athletics program allows student-athletes to compete at the
highest level. Over the past two years, Good Counsel has graduated 87 NCAA
student-athletes who are earning $10.5 million in scholarships to compete at the next
level. Nationally recognized as a premier athletics program, Good Counsel holds 75+
Washington Catholic Athletic Conference (WCAC) titles from the past decade alone. The
nearly 800 students who join the Good Counsel Athletics’ 40+ programs learn
self-respect, self-discipline, and self-esteem. Most importantly, they understand
themselves better as they strive to live the Xaverian values on and off the field.
Good Counsel graduates have won at the Penn Relays, played at the highest level of
Division I athletics, and traveled throughout the country to compete. They’ve even won
gold in the Olympics, played in the NBA, NFL, and competed on the U.S. Women’s
National Soccer Team. Their efforts bring honor to our school and earn the respect and
admiration of their opponents.
OUR CAMPUS
Good Counsel is located in Olney, MD. The campus is home to exceptional academic,
arts, worship, and athletic facilities constructed in 2007. This includes 12 science and
technology labs; a 150-seat chapel; a 650+ seat state-of-the-art Performing Arts Center
(2016) including a dance studio; a library and new teaching and learning center; two
indoor gyms; a turf field; a running track; a baseball stadium with batting cages; five
practice fields; two weight rooms; and a comprehensive athletic training room.
ATHLETIC DIRECTOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership and Vision
• Develop and implement a strategic vision for athletics.
• Maintain an athletics program that is committed to Good Counsel’s mission and
strategic priorities.
• Lead an athletics program that aspires to regional and national competitive
excellence while maintaining the highest standards of sportsmanship and
integrity.
• Evaluate and expand athletic offerings to maintain a broad and balanced program.
• Build a culture that emphasizes discipline, teamwork, leadership, and personal
growth.
• Ensure athletics are fully integrated with the academic and
character-development goals of the institution.
• Work with the Chief Enrollment Officer and the Executive Director of Enrollment
Management to identify prospective student-athletes for incoming classes.
• Communicate Good Counsel admissions policies and timelines with all coaches.
• Serve on the enrollment management committee.
• Serve as the primary architect of the school’s athletic identity and competitive
strategy.
Elite Program Development and Competitive Excellence
• Oversee the development of high-performance athletic programs capable of
competing at the highest levels of interscholastic athletics.
• Work with coaches to establish program standards, competitive goals, and athlete
development frameworks.
• Support strength and conditioning, sports medicine, and performance
development programs that enhance athlete safety and performance.
• Evaluate team performance and competitive outcomes to continuously improve
the program.
• Build relationships with major tournaments, showcases, and national scheduling
opportunities.
Coaching Staff Leadership
• Recruit, hire, supervise, and evaluate head coaches across all sports.
• Develop a structured coaching philosophy and evaluation framework aligned with
school values.
• Provide leadership development and continuing education opportunities for
coaches.
• Ensure coaches foster positive relationships with student-athletes and prioritize
academic success.
• Maintain clear expectations regarding ethical conduct, sportsmanship, and
program culture.
Student-Athlete Development
• Promote the holistic development of student-athletes, including character,
leadership, academic success, and physical well-being.
• Ensure that all athletic programs actively integrate and prioritize the school’s
Xaverian formation by guiding coaches to create space for student-athlete
participation in retreats, service, and leadership opportunities beyond athletics-
reflecting Good Counsel’s commitment to the development of the whole child.
• Ensure student-athletes understand expectations related to academic eligibility,
conduct, and commitment to team responsibilities.
• Support pathways for student-athletes pursuing collegiate athletics by
collaborating with the college counseling office and providing guidance on
recruitment processes.
• Promote leadership development through team captains, leadership meetings,
and service initiatives.
Strength, Performance, and Sports Science Programs
The Athletic Director works closely with the Director of Sports Medicine and our Athletic
Trainers to:
• Coordinate strength and conditioning programs aligned with sport-specific
performance goals.
• Support athletic training and sports medicine staff responsible for injury
prevention and rehabilitation.
• Promote evidence-based training methods that prioritize long-term athlete
development.
• Monitor workload management and safety protocols to reduce the risk of injury.
• Integrate performance programs into the broader philosophy of athlete wellness
and development.
Recruiting Exposure and College Placement Support
• Support student-athletes pursuing collegiate opportunities by ensuring
appropriate exposure through competitions, showcases, and media visibility.
• Collaborate with coaches and college counseling staff to help student-athletes
navigate recruitment processes.
• Guide families regarding NCAA eligibility requirements and recruiting timelines.
• Maintain ethical boundaries consistent with interscholastic athletic rules and
school policies.
Name-Image-Likeness (NIL) Awareness and Recruiting Compliance
• Establish policies addressing name-image-likeness (NIL) awareness and
education for student-athletes and families.
• Monitor developments in MD state law, the Washington Catholic Athletic
Conference, other regional athletic association policies, and collegiate recruiting
rules related to NIL and endorsements.
• Educate coaches, student-athletes, and families about appropriate conduct
regarding sponsorships, representation, and social media promotion.
• Ensure that NIL activity does not conflict with school policies, amateur status
rules, or athletic association regulations.
• Implement safeguards that prevent inappropriate recruiting inducements or
conflicts of interest.
• Maintain transparent communication with school leadership regarding NIL and
recruiting developments affecting student-athletes.
Athletics Operations and Event Management
• Oversee the daily operation of all athletic programs with support from Assistant
Athletic Directors
• Coordinate schedules, competitions, travel, and facility use across multiple teams.
• Manage home athletic events, including staffing, officials, security, and game
management.
• Ensure professional and organized event experiences for student-athletes,
spectators, and visiting teams.
• Maintain accurate schedules, records, and communications for athletics
programs.
Budget and Resource Management
• Develop and manage the athletics department budget with support from the Chief
Financial Officer and the Finance Office.
• Oversee purchasing, equipment management, and uniform programs.
• Allocate resources strategically to maintain competitive excellence across
programs.
• Collaborate with the Chief Advancement Officer and the advancement office staff
on athletics fundraising initiatives.
• Ensure financial accountability and transparent resource management.
Facilities and Infrastructure
• Oversee the scheduling, maintenance, and improvement of athletic facilities in
collaboration with the Director of Physical Plant and the Executive Director of
Business Operations.
• Ensure facilities meet safety, regulatory, and competition standards.
• Collaborate with operations staff on long-term planning for athletic infrastructure
improvements.
• Coordinate with the President and Chief Advancement Officer on long-term
campus master-planning initiatives and fundraising campaigns related to athletic
facility enhancements.
• Support the development of facilities capable of hosting high-profile competitions
and community events.
Athletic Brand Management and Sponsorship Oversight
• Protect and strengthen the school’s athletics brand and reputation at the local,
regional, and national levels.
• Oversee athletics marketing initiatives and social media presence while
coordinating public representation of teams with the Marketing and
Communications Department.
• Coordinate with the Advancement Office regarding athletics-related sponsorships
and donor relationships.
• Ensure that sponsorships, partnerships, and promotional activities align with the
school’s mission and ethical standards.
• Maintain transparency and institutional oversight for any athletics-related
commercial relationships.
Compliance, Governance, and Ethics
• Ensure full compliance with Washington Catholic Athletic Conference, county,
and state regulations.
• Promote and advance gender equity in the School’s athletics program.
• Maintain adherence to policies governing eligibility, transfers, recruiting, and
competition.
• Uphold professional standards established by organizations such as the National
Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association, National Federation of State
High School Associations
• Promote sportsmanship, respect, and ethical conduct throughout the athletics
community.
Media, Broadcast, and Digital Exposure
In collaboration and partnership with the Chief Communications & Enrollment
Management Officer, the Athletic Director will:
• Support an athletics media strategy, including live-streaming, broadcast
partnerships, and digital distribution of games.
• Coordinate with communications staff to promote athletic achievements through
social media, athletics websites, and traditional media outlets.
• Support professional presentation of high-profile competitions, including
broadcast-quality game operations.
• Manage relationships with media organizations covering athletic events.
• Ensure student-athletes and coaches are prepared for responsible public
engagement through media and social platforms.
QUALIFICATIONS AND HOW TO APPLY
The Ideal Candidate Will:
• Embrace the school’s tradition of excellent academics, strong spiritual formation,
competitive athletic, artistic, and educational extracurricular pursuits focusing on
service to the community and the importance of faith and family.
• Prioritize the well-being of student-athletes above competitive outcomes.
• Promote fairness, integrity, and respect in all athletic competition.
• Ensure transparency and accountability in athletics administration.
• Support the school’s educational mission in all athletic decisions.
• Be a skilled, clear, and effective communicator who writes and speaks passionately
and persuasively to diverse audiences.
• Be highly transparent and relatable to colleagues, coaches, student-athletes, and
parents.
• Be comfortable in a highly visible school environment, internally and externally.
• Have served as a competitive independent or Catholic high school athletic
director.
• Hold a Master’s degree in a field relevant to the duties and responsibilities of the
role.
Required Qualifications:
• Robustly uphold our Catholic identity and educational tradition while embracing
the principles and the calls of the Xaverian Brothers.
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to the duties and responsibilities of the
role.
• Have three years or more of successful coaching experience.
• Have five years or more of leadership and management experience
• Have, at minimum, five years of experience directly managing people within a
workplace supervisory environment.
• Possess a deep understanding and skill for the diplomacy required to work with
various constituent groups.
• Possess National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA),
Registered Athletic Administrator (RAA), or other certification.
• Have demonstrated experience and/or commitment to serving a community that
is culturally, religiously, and socioeconomically diverse.
• Have experience creating, managing, and analyzing programmatic operating
budgets.
• Be self-motivated, possess superior organizational and communication skills, and
have a sense of humor.
SALARY RANGE: $125,000-$160,000 based on experience
BENEFITS
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Paid time off and sick leave.
• Retirement plan with matching contributions.
• Tuition benefits for children of employees after 3 years of employment.
• Free daily lunch provided by Sage Dining Services.
• Reimbursement for continuing education and professional development.
• Generous holiday leave.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Employee discounts for Good Counsel summer camps.
To apply, send the following three documents to [email protected]
• A cover letter outlining why your background and experience qualify you to be
Our Lady of Good Counsel High School’s Athletic Director and why you seek this
Catholic, Xaverian Brothers school career opportunity.
• A resume summarizing your education and career experience.
• A list of five references; these references will not be contacted until later in the
search process, and the candidate’s permission will be sought before contacting
any reference.
Applications will be accepted through April 20, 2026, with a priority
application review deadline of April 10th. Interested candidates should
apply as soon as possible. Candidate application materials will be reviewed
as they are received. Initial interviews are anticipated to start the week of
April 27.
NON DISCRIMINATION:
Our Lady of Good Counsel High School does not discriminate in its educational and
employment policies based on race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, sex, age,
disability, religion, or sexual orientation. The following person has been designated to
handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policy: Evelyn Nicholas,
ABOUT OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL HIGH SCHOOL
Our Lady of Good Counsel High School is a private, Catholic, college-preparatory,
coeducational high school in Olney, Maryland. It is located in the Roman Catholic
Archdiocese of Washington.
Operated under the sponsorship of the Xaverian Brothers, Our Lady of Good Counsel
offers students in grades nine through twelve a wide array of programs and activities that
advance academic excellence, foster spiritual growth, and encourage leadership and
service to others. With a student body of just over 1,200, the school prides itself on being
a community that promotes an inclusive environment, embodying the Xaverian
Brothers’ values of simplicity, humility, compassion, zeal, and trust.
The school was founded in 1958 as an all-boys school in Wheaton, Maryland. In 1988,
the school became coeducational. During the 2006-2007 school year, the school
relocated to a new, sprawling 51-acre, high-tech campus in beautiful Olney, Maryland.