Assistant Athletics Director

The Assistant Athletic Director will be responsible for supporting the management of the school’s athletic department. The Lab athletic program consists of over 50 teams across 17 sports and supports over 94 coaching positions. A growing program, the assistant athletic director will focus on Laboratory School’s Middle and Lower school athletic teams, while collaborating with the Deputy AD and Director of Athletics to maintain and organize a robust athletic program. The management of the department requires organization, communication, collaboration, budgeting, event planning and data management skills.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the planning, execution and supervision of all athletic events including games, practices, tournaments and other related school events.
• Coordinate with coaches to ensure that all necessary resources are available including equipment, uniforms, facilities, personnel, and transportation.
• Organize and manage uniform distribution and return. Manage athletic equipment inventory.
• Maintain accurate records of athletic programs including schedules, rosters, results, and statistics and ensure timely reporting to school administrators and leagues.
• Assist Athletic Department in development and implementation of budgets as well as policies and procedures for the safe and effective management of athletic programs, including emergency procedures, health and safety protocols, and risk management plans.
• Provide leadership and support to coaches, athletes and parents in promoting positive attitudes, sportsmanship and teamwork, and ensure compliance with all school policies.
• Collaborate with middle and lower school administrators to promote and support the growth and development of the athletic programs in alignment with Lab’s mission, vision and values.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• A minimum of five years of experience working with students at an independent or public school, or comparable experience.
• A minimum of five years experience as a middle school/high school sports coach, preferably in an independent school setting.
• Knowledge of graphic, publishing and web page software.
• Knowledge of database design, input and management.