Athletic Director

Jupiter Christian School Athletic Director

Founded in 1963, Jupiter Christian School is committed to excellence in teaching the mind, reaching the heart, and inspiring servant leaders to impact the world for Jesus Christ. Jupiter Christian School distinctively educates students in a Nurturing Community to Excel in life and Engage the world.

The Athletic Director serves as the senior leader of Jupiter Christian School's athletic program for grades 2–12 and is responsible for the vision, strategy, management, and spiritual leadership of all athletic operations. This role carries full departmental ownership, including staffing, budgeting, compliance, scheduling, facilities, transportation, communication, and athletic culture. The Athletic Director must be a spiritually mature, mission-aligned leader who models Christ-centered character and excellence, serving as a Christian role model in accordance with Scripture (I Timothy 4:12; Luke 6:40) and the Conditions of Employment outlined in the JCS faculty contract.

Position Details

Position Type: Full-Time, Salary, Year-Round

Reporting Structure: Head of Athletics

Supervisory Responsibility: All athletic coaches, athletic staff, and game-day personnel

Essential Responsibilities

• Athletic Leadership & Program Direction
• Game & Event Operations
• Scheduling & Athletic Coordination
• Compliance & Eligibility Oversight
• Facilities, Equipment & Inventory Management
• Transportation & Team Logistics
• Communication
• Budget & Financial Oversight
• Staffing, Hiring & Coach Development
• Athletic Events & Special Programs

Qualifications

Spiritual: Clear testimony of personal faith in Jesus Christ. Active membership and involvement in a local church. Alignment with the JCS Statement of Faith and mission.

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year institution (required). Master's degree in Athletic Administration, Sports Management, Coaching, Educational Leadership, or related field (preferred). C.A.A. or C.M.A.A. certification (preferred).

Experience: Demonstrated leadership experience in high school or collegiate athletic administration. Program leadership, event management, and staff supervision. Budget management and operational oversight. Strong communication, organization, and conflict-resolution skills. Coaching experience strongly preferred.