Anticipated SY 26 -27 Athletic Director

CPS Careers | Search | Apply | Get Hired Posting Date Posting Date: May 29, 2026, 7:34:17 PM Primary Location Primary Location: North/Northwest Side-4343 West Wrightwood Avenue (Kelvyn Park High School) JOB DESCRIPTION Athletic Director — Responsibilities Administering the extra-curricular athletic programs Supervises licensed and non-licensed staff in Athletics, including Assistant Athletic Directors, coaches, trainers, and support staff Maintains files and records required by policy, regulation, law, and good practice (Player record cards, Aspen-eligibility, physicals, transfer paperwork, transportation requests, coaching certifications) Responds to requests for information (From OSA, IHSA, FOIA, Title IX, Law Department, Colleges for recruiting, Press releases) Implements board policies and advises the administration on regulatory matters related to athletics Assesses department needs through consultation with students, staff, and parents (Equipment, budgeting, transportation, upgrades to venues, technology) Evaluates extracurricular athletic programs and engages in long-term planning (Adding or dropping programs or levels, Title IX requirements, additional coaches or trainers) Develops and updates handbooks, brochures, and policy manuals Informs the school community about extracurricular athletic programs (Through websites, emails, media, and social media) Stay current on research, issues, and regulations related to athletic programs (Academic, Racial, Gender, and socio-economic issues in sport) Develops a grade-check system for student-athletes Maintains and assures that all eligibility reports and lists of participation are submitted weekly Develops and updates team schedules on all school platforms for public viewing Oversees transportation for all team travel Develops a school safety plan for every home venue Monitors and supports the academic performance of student-athletes Oversees Individual Study Plan (ISP) process for academically at-risk student-athletes Develops academic support mechanisms for student-athletes, including study hall, advising, postsecondary guidance, etc. Directs and coordinates the fiscal operations within the department; engages in fiscal planning (short and long-range) Assists in preparing and implementing the school system budget and coordinates department purchasing Recommends capital improvements and negotiated contract agreements; formulates specifications to be incorporated into contracts and bids Serves as a consultant in the selection of supplies and materials Supervises all ticket sales and fundraising events of the athletic programs Administers the receipt and disbursement of student activity funds Assists OSA with hiring and payment of coaching staff Supervises and guides the planning and execution of all parent volunteer organizations Creates the schedules for all operations and activities within the department Issue timely announcements of upcoming events and deadlines Schedules and pays officials, athletic trainers, ticket takers, announcers, clock operators, and police for supervision of home contests Hire, schedule, and pay lifeguards for all aquatic sports Arranges transportation for athletic contest participants Verifies each athlete's eligibility for participation in each contest Arranges all details of visiting teams' needs, as appropriate Provides emergency healthcare and first aid treatment Arranges field, gymnasium, and aquatics center practice schedules, including arrangements for summer programs and non-school use of playing fields and facilities, if applicable Managing contracts for every athletic contest Coordinates with CPS for stadium usage Coordinates with the Chicago Park District to execute IGAs for athletic facilities Recommends, manages, supervises, and evaluates staff Recruitment and selection processes: interviews, screen, and recommendations for coaching staff Makes coaching assignments and provides recommendations for professional development for coaching staff Monitors staff time and attendance at performance reviews Investigates complaints regarding employee conduct or performance Encourages development and use of new strategies and philosophies in coaching Provides staff leadership to promote the district's athletic objectives Assists coaches in handling day-to-day problems Resolves staff problems and provides support to coaches Coordinates the development, implementation, review, and revision of the extracurricular athletic program Attends practices and games for evaluation and needs assessment purposes Attends professional conferences to stay up-to-date on promising instructional practices Enforces state and City board policies on equal educational opportunity Develops an effective, comprehensive, and equal opportunities athletic program for all male and female students Advises on modification of programs to meet individual students' academic and health needs Investigates complaints and grievances Participates in the work of state and national associations Facilities Management Manages and develops facilities; inspects buildings, grounds, machines, and equipment Issues repair orders and provides specifications for maintaining athletic facilities and fields Determines the safety and obsolescence of equipment; enforces compliance with occupational health and safety codes and standards Oversees maintenance of swimming pools to ensure a clean, safe, and sanitary condition Recommends watering and spraying schedules for school athletic fields Orders and oversees repairs or replacement of defective parts Assists in the development of specifications for construction projects Assists in identifying and using community resources for the athletic program Limited facilities may require procuring space for teams outside CPS facilities Departmental Oversight Coordinate public or special events (Homecoming, Senior Days, Award Ceremonies, Fundraisers) Supervises part-time student help, including clinical hours Develops and implements appropriate rules and regulations governing the conduct of athletic activities Oversees the implementation of the insurance program covering school athletes Complete incident reports for minor to traumatic injuries; work to resolve conflicts and anticipate problems Organizes, plans, and coordinates departmental awards, including recognition of alumni, former coaches, and staff Public Relations Establishes a positive image for departments within the school and the community Interacts with and aids in the development of feeder programs Plans and supervises an annual recognition program for school athletes Keeps records of the results of school athletic contests, maintains a record file of all award winners, and announces athletic scholarships Conducts in-season team meetings to review the student code of conduct Maintains professional relationships with parents, outside agencies, and community partners Education, Experience, and Skills Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or University in Education NIAAA Certified Athletic Administrator Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience in sports program administration and/or interscholastic sports; supervisory experience preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a variety of audiences; ability to coordinate and manage all aspects of the athletic program, including financials; ability to motivate student athletes and coaches; ability to make rational decisions under stressful conditions; proficiency with technology and applications (Microsoft Office, Google Suite, web content editing) Other Requirements: Non-traditional schedule with evening and weekend hours; transportation requirements Conditions of Employment Establish and Maintain Chicago Residency within six months of CPS hire date Be fully vaccinated or submit to weekly COVID-19 testing (vaccination defined as two weeks after final dose; unvaccinated staff must submit to weekly testing) Internal/Notes FOR INTERNAL/TALENT USE ONLY — Other internal fields and approvals are not part of the public-facing job description. 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