TITLE

Athletic Director & High School Graduation Coach

REPORTS TO

High School Principal

SALARY RANGE: $84,000 - $90,000

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE: Includes Health Insurance and Retirement

WORKING DAYS: ~222 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Athletic Director & High School Graduation Coach oversees the district’s interscholastic athletic programs while providing targeted academic monitoring and graduation support to eligible high school students. This position ensures compliant, well-managed athletic programs and coordinated student support services that promote student engagement, eligibility, and on-time graduation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must meet Michigan certification requirements or district qualifications for athletic administration
• Experience in education, coaching, athletic administration, or student support services preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and supervision skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with administrators, staff, students, parents, and community partners
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities across athletics and student support

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Athletic Director Responsibilities

Athletic Program Leadership

• Organize, direct, and supervise the district’s interscholastic athletic programs in accordance with MHSAA rules and district policy
• Promote athletics as an extension of the district’s educational mission
• Assist the High School Principal and Superintendent in the selection, assignment, and evaluation of coaches
• Prepare and submit coach payroll documentation and required MHSAA notifications
• Conduct or coordinate annual coach evaluations and maintain required documentation
• Annual review and update of Athletic Handbook and Athletic Code of Conduct
• Participation in Athletic Council Meetings

Athletic Operations & Game Administration

• Supervise the administration of all middle school and high school athletic contests
• Attend or ensure administrative coverage for all required home athletic events
• Make weather-related contest decisions in collaboration with administrators and opposing athletic directors
• Schedule contests, officials, transportation, and facilities for athletic events
• Secure and supervise ticket takers, table workers, press box staff, and event personnel
• Ensure athletic facilities are prepared, supervised, and secured before and after events
• Oversee crowd management, student safety, and emergency response during events

Athletic Budget, Equipment & Facilities

• Prepare and manage the athletic budget in collaboration with coaches and administration
• Maintain accurate financial records for athletic accounts
• Inventory, secure, distribute, and maintain athletic equipment
• Coordinate with maintenance staff regarding athletic facilities and fields
• Assist with hosting MHSAA tournaments and special athletic events

Eligibility, Compliance & Student Support

• Maintain athletic eligibility lists in accordance with district policy
• Monitor academic eligibility of student-athletes and communicate status to coaches
• Investigate and enforce training rules violations
• Meet with student-athletes and parents regarding eligibility, conduct, and participation
• Serve as liaison to Athletic Boosters and community athletic partners

High School Graduation Coach (31A) Responsibilities

Student Monitoring & Graduation Support

• Provide academic monitoring and graduation support to eligible 31A students
• Identify at-risk students using academic, attendance, and behavioral data
• Maintain accurate documentation of student contacts, interventions, and progress
• Communicate regularly with students regarding graduation requirements and expectations
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and administrators to support student success

Collaboration & Communication

• Facilitate communication between students, families, and school staff regarding academic progress
• Participate in student support meetings as needed
• Align graduation support efforts with building-level expectations and eligibility requirements

Professional Conduct & Collaboration

• Maintain positive relationships with students, staff, parents, officials, and the community
• Communicate clearly and professionally in all settings
• Attend Board of Education meetings and league meetings as requested
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the High School Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Per individual contract.