Athletic Director

Athletic Director Forest Hills Public School District Eastern High - Ada, Michigan Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Forest Hills Public School District Job Board , and Kent ISD Job Details Job ID: 5939560 Application Deadline: Oct 08, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted: Sep 24, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Job Description Athletic Director Eastern High Reports To : Principal Pay Grade : In accordance with Administrator Agreement Schedule : 52-week Administrator Job Summary: Provide leadership and coordination in working with the principal and coaches to develop an athletic program that will foster physical skills, a sense of worth and competence, a knowledge and understanding of the pleasures of sport and the principles of fair play. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university. Experience with improvement of athletic programs and success in building collaborative relationships with students, parents, teachers and the school community. Management and leadership skills. Organizational ability. Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree in administration of athletic programs or educational administration. Three years of successful head coaching. Essential Job Functions: Promote participation in interscholastic athletics and athletic clubs. Promote a positive attitude among athletes and coaches. Recommend employment action including hiring and termination of coaches and conduct annual written evaluations of coaches. Coordinate the hiring of game personnel. Knowledge and compliance with Title IX guidelines. Schedule and coordinate all athletic events including MHSAA competitions. Arrange for transportation to away athletic events as required. Conduct seasonal coaches and family meetings. Plan practice schedules and use of facilities. Directly responsible for all aspects of the athletic budget. Order inventory and provide for proper maintenance of athletic supplies, uniforms and equipment. Manage systems to ensure proper handling and accounting of all money. Work with building principal regarding any changes in the physical plant and/or facilities. Provide for appropriate medical support programs and personnel. Monitor injury recovery of athletes. Serve as School Representative to Leagues, Booster Clubs and school community. Ensure appropriate supervision of all home and away athletic contests. Ensure good sportsmanship is exhibited by athletes, coaches and spectators. Educate athletes on the Athletic Code of Conduct and ensure compliance. Ensure that all MHSAA rules and regulations are followed. Ensure that all Board of Education rules are followed, including local eligibility and training rules. Assist in supervision in and around buildings and other student activities as needed. Monitor compliance with NCAA regulations and assist coaches, athletes and families with their understanding of the regulations to protect college opportunities. Supervise the administration of the district eligibility policy. Supervise overall conditioning program for athletes. Work with coaches to foster relationships with youth athletic teams in Forest Hills to recruit and develop future athletes for their sport. Provide opportunities for parental input and participation where possible. Ensure parents have an avenue for expressing concerns and appeals. Perform any other related duties as assigned. Consistent and reliable attendance. Physical Demands: The physical demands described herein are representative of those that employee must meet to successfully perform the functions of this position. The employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position for long periods. The employee is required to stand, walk, speak, hear, stoop, reach, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is also required to move about the inside and outside of the building frequently and required to open and close filing cabinets, operate office equipment and computers. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. The employee travels to remote and/or District locations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this position. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity any particular part of the day. The position is frequently required to interact with staff and with the public, which requires courtesy and discretion. A professional appearance and telephone manner is essential. Mental Functions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to compare, analyze, communicate both orally and in writing, copy, coordinate, instruct, compute, synthesize, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, compile, and negotiate. Benefits & Evaluation: In accordance with the Administrative Agreement. Terms of Employment: The employee will remain free of any alcohol or drugs throughout his/her employment with the district as outlined in Board Policy #4210. The Forest Hills Public SchoolDistrictdoes not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, or sexual orientation), marital status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally prohibited basis in its employment decisions or the provision of services. Position Type: Full-Time Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Athletic/Activities Director Contact Information Kayla Bruley 620 Forest Hill Ave SE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Eastern High