Athletic Director

Position Type:Administration/DirectorDate Posted:3/3/2026Location:Comstock High SchoolDate Available:07/01/2026Closing Date:Posted until filledPOSITION:Athletic DirectorComstock Public SchoolsSALARY:SUPERVISOR:$92,298.30High School PrincipalAVAILABLE:2026-2027 School YearCERTIFICATION:CMAA (Certified Master Athletic Administrator), preferredNIAAA Classes, Project and CAA Test CAP (Coaches Advancement Program) certification, preferred.QUALIFICATIONS:Knowledge equivalent to what would be normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor's degree (B.A.) or equivalent in an education-related curriculum, such as teaching or administration, with a Master's degree (M.A.), preferred. Courses in the organization and administration of athletic programs.Three to five years of related experience and/or training as a coach in multiple sports. Experience managing games and tournaments preferred.RESPONSIBILITIES:Recruits, selects, develops, and evaluates all coaches.Assumes leadership role in the orientation and in-service training of coaching personnel.Represents the School District in matters of interscholastic athletics with the MHSAA.Represents the School District in matters of interscholastic athletics with affiliated leagues.Schedules games, officials, and transportation for athletic events. Communicates information to participants, parents, and the public.Manages all home sporting contests, including running the event, student and parent supervision within the guidelines of good sportsmanship, and addressing any issues that arise.Organizes and runs meetings, tournaments, and award banquets each year.Communicates with athletic directors, parents, administrators, and vendors to keep them informed and involved.Evaluates student athletic eligibility and consults with administration and legal counsel on such issues, as well as any disciplinary actions that may be necessary. Seeks the advice and direction of senior administration and legal counsel on other issues, as needed.Oversees facility maintenance of athletic fields, playing surfaces, facilities, and equipment.Oversees the District's transport vans, including check-in and check-out.Programs access to the District's door security system, including fobs.Oversees marketing of athletic activities to increase participation and makes sure constituents are aware of events.Attends conference, regional, state, and national athletic director meetings.Manages, develops, and oversees the annual Hall of Fame banquet (currently held at the WMU Fetzer Center).Responsible for the safety and well-being of participants and audience members at athletic events.Implements policy and procedural changes from the Board, State, and Federal levels.Develops and continues to evaluate appropriate rules and regulations governing the conduct of student athletes at athletic activities.Fosters good school-family relations by communicating athletic rules, regulations, and expectations.Establishes and enforces the physical, academic, and training requirements for eligibility.Ability to be flexible and available on nights and weekends when many of the events take place or when the security system needs attention.Knowledge of computer systems, such as Microsoft Office, and other relevant software programs and their applications.Maintains current educational/administrative certificate as required by MDE.Develops and manages the budget for all athletic programs. Manages the routine transactions and approves expenditures.The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.Performs other duties as assigned by the principal or superintendent, including assisting with the day-to-day operations of the school.Regular attendance.Punctual.Performs job in the district office/buildingIf interested, complete an Applitrack application at https://www.applitrack.com/comstockps/onlineappWE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERNOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: It is the policy of Comstock Public Schools that the district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, or sexual orientation), marital status, disability, or any other legally prohibited basis in admission or access to district employment, programs, events, or activities. Jill Ansel at Comstock Public Schools has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy. Contact information: 269-250-8911, 6138 King Highway, Kalamazoo, MI 49048.6138 King Highway | Kalamazoo, MI 49048 | 269-250-8911 | www.ComstockPS.org/hrAttachment(s):Athletic Director.pdf