Valor Christian High School
Location
Highlands Ranch, CO | United States
Job description
Athletics
This position offices in-person, on campus
ROLE SUMMARY
The Director of Athletics will play a pivotal role in leading, managing, and advancing the athletic department, with a dedicated focus on enhancing the overall student-athlete experience. This leadership position also requires proficiency in areas such as project management and fundraising. Previous experience in an athletic director or assistant athletic director role is imperative, as this role requires a broad, experienced knowledge of what it takes to lead a large athletic department. Serving as the primary leader of the department, the Director of Athletics must actively collaborate with members of the athletic staff, school leaders, faculty, staff, and parents to foster an outstanding student culture within Valor Athletics, aligned with Valor’s vision and mission.
The success of sports programming relies on maintaining a comprehensive suite of services for students. These include but are not limited to athletic performance, injury prevention and care, college recruitment, association and league memberships, athletic facility oversight, youth programs and initiatives. The Director of Athletics is tasked with attracting, retaining, and professionally developing exceptional individuals within the department. In overseeing all facets of the department, the Director of Athletics is committed to providing an exceptional experience for student-athletes. This involves ensuring highly capable coaches, top-notch facilities, and student services that elevate athletes to a collegiate standard.
Valor Christian High School is a decidedly Christian, college preparatory school whose core values honor a biblical foundation. Valor employees are faith-filled, joyful believers who are active in a local, Christian church whose beliefs are in alignment with the school’s Statement of Beliefs. They are both called and committed to the school’s vision and mission and seamlessly integrate faith into their daily work. You will be most successful if you have a true servant’s heart, a teachable spirit, a love for the Lord Jesus Christ, and a commitment to the school’s beliefs and values.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Possess and Model a Growing Relationship with Christ
Pursue full devotion to Christ and live a life that reflects that authenticity
Model the fruits of the spirit in communications, relationships and daily work
Demonstrate teachability and a willing heart for service
Embody others-centered, servant-leadership in all interactions
Ensure coaches deliberately integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into interactions on and off the field
Demonstrate Trustworthy Commitment to Valor’s Christian Community
Accept and uphold Valor’s values and beliefs as found in the Statement of Beliefs, Christian Community Policy, and Valor Culture Document
Accept and abide by all affirmations in Valor’s Annual Statement of Commitment
Be relationally involved in the life/lives of our students with a heart of service and mission
Seamlessly and deliberately integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into daily work
Athletic Department Leadership Responsibilities
Provide visionary and inspirational leadership for excellent high school athletics programming with exceptional managerial abilities
Develop and execute a yearly Athletics Operating Plan that sets priorities, advances the work of each sports program, addresses the needs of student athletes, and ensures work toward overall school initiatives
Evaluate, establish, and manage appropriate budgets for athletic programs
Ensure the maintenance of standards established by CHSAA and those organizations that examine and accredit Valor
Team leader and culture builder who is capable of delegating and empowering while also holding people accountable to results
Engage in direct relationship building with parents and donors in fundraising efforts to enhance Valor’s athletic facilities and programs
Recruit, evaluate, and retain highly capable athletics personnel and coaches who advance the mission and vision of Valor Athletics
Maintain an athletic program that promotes sportsmanship and welcomes competing teams and guests
Strong ability in engaging parents and resolving conflict as sometimes necessary in high-performing athletic programs
Serve Wholeheartedly as an Exceptional Teammate
Uphold and embody Valor’s culture as set forth in the Valor Culture Document
Model servant leadership, grace and love in all relationships and interactions
Develop relationships with colleagues with goals of teamwork, relational unity and spiritual growth
Provide team support regarding all matters, processes and initiatives
Demonstrate loyalty to teammates in action and word
Assist Team members to facilitate school-wide wins
Demonstrate a Commitment to Fulfilling Valor’s Vision and Mission
Assume collaborative responsibility for Operating Plan Goals and Fiscal stewardship
Be a ‘culture- keeper’
Demonstrate a Commitment to Growth
Participate in Valor Team meetings, Chapel and weekly meetings with Team/Supervisor
Demonstrate teachability and receptive to feedback
Pursue professional/personal/spiritual growth and development
Oversee and provide athletic specific professional development opportunities and coaching
Participate in the broader ministry of Valor by contributing of time, talent and treasure beyond assigned role responsibilities
Collaboration and Communication with the School Leadership Team
As a member of the Cabinet leadership team, the Director of Athletics is particularly responsible for defining, cultivating and leading our Christian community. Cabinet leaders must not only comply with standards but also affirm additional distinctive Christian beliefs of our community in the Christian Community Policy or otherwise as determined by the board of directors.
Work collaboratively with Cabinet leaders in Academics, Arts, Discovery, Student Life, and Spiritual Formation to discuss and provide action on critical issues facing the school and to engage the community in school-wide initiatives that propel the school forward in alignment with a distinctively Christian mission and vision
Serve as the communication liaison between athletic staff and the Cabinet leadership team. Participate in open dialogue with team members to ensure that gaps are filled in with knowledge and trust is promoted across pillar areas
Seek counsel and meet regularly with the Associate Head of School and other school leadership members
Periodically engage with the board of directors to seek input on strategic planning and provide monthly information about the work of the athletic department
Complete details, requirements, and responsibilities can be found here.
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Salary
$90k - $120k
