Oklahoma City Public Schools
Community Engagement and Outreach Coordinator - Athletics
Oklahoma City Public Schools, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States, 73116
Community Engagement and Outreach Coordinator - Athletics
Position Summary:
The Community Engagement and Outreach Coordinator for Athletics supports the mission and vision of Oklahoma City Public Schools by building and establishing sustainable athletics feeder pathways, enhancing community partnerships, and increasing student participation across all grade bands. This position bridges OKCPS schools, site athletic directors, community partners (such as YMCA, PAL, Fields & Futures, etc.), and families to promote equitable and inclusive opportunities for students to thrive in both athletics and academics.
Essential Duties:
Great Teaching & Learning (Instructional Infrastructure):
Creates mentorship programs connecting younger students with high school athletes through “Big/Little” models, Friday night showcases, and feeder pattern events.
Designs leadership and character development initiatives for scholar-athletes that connect athletics to academic and career readiness.
Integrates wraparound supports (nutrition, mental health, and mentoring) within athletic and community-based programs.
Collaborates with Student Support Services to ensure equitable access to co-curricular opportunities for all students.
Great People (Talent Management):
Recruits, trains, and supports coaches and mentors aligned to OKCPS athletic and educational values.
Builds a coaching and volunteer pipeline through higher education and community organizations.
Promotes the district’s “Caring Coaching” model, emphasizing mentorship, leadership, and whole-child development.
Supports professional development and retention of site-based athletic coordinators and coaches.
Great Culture (Systems Leaders):
Develops and maintains clear feeder system pathways from community-based programs (YMCA, PAL) into OKCPS middle and high school athletics.
Collaborates with site athletic directors, principals, and coaches to ensure smooth student and coach transitions between grade levels.
Serves as the liaison between OKCPS Athletics and external partners (Fields & Futures, YMCA, PAL, local universities, nonprofits, and businesses).
Builds partnerships that strengthen athletic and community engagement initiatives.
Organizes district and community athletic events (clinics, tournaments, back-to-school nights, and feeder showcases).
Collaborates with the Office of Communications, Associate Director – sports media & partnerships, and the OKCPS Foundation to elevate brand visibility, sponsorships, and storytelling opportunities.
Uses data and storytelling to celebrate scholar-athlete success through internal and external communications.
Great Systems (Support & Accountability):
Tracks participation trends and retention data to inform district athletic growth strategies.
Tracks and reports student participation, attendance, academic outcomes, and retention rates.
Uses data insights to improve programming and address inequities, aligned to District goals and initiatives.
Prepares quarterly and annual summaries of participation trends for the Director of Athletics.
Job Specifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities):
Bachelor’s degree in education, sports management, recreation, or a related field.
Proven experience in leadership, program coordination, or community engagement.
Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills.
Knowledge of youth sports, athletic program structures, and coaching principles.
Ability to collect and analyze data for continuous improvement.
Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and data tracking systems.
Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities):
Master’s degree in sports administration, educational leadership, or related field.
Experience coordinating athletic or community programs within a K–12 environment.
Familiarity with OSSAA regulations, youth athletic programming, and partner-based sports initiatives.
Physical/Mental Requirements:
Must have adequate manual dexterity to write legibly and perform required duties on a computer.
Must have adequate visual acuity to read, interpret and transcribe written material and other required duties.
Requires normal range of hearing and clear speaking abilities to interact appropriately with others in person and on the telephone.
Requires some stooping, bending, stretching and occasional lifting not to exceed 50 pounds.
Requires sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods.
May periodically require work outside of normal business hours, including weekends, under sometimes. stressful conditions in order to meet business needs and strict deadlines.
Regular attendance is required.
Work Environment:
Office duties will be performed in a well-lighted, climate-controlled environment.
Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, noise, and crowds typical of athletic events.
Will require time in the office, external meeting locations with community partners or schools throughout the OKC metro area, and athletic event venues both in and out of town.
Will require participation in meetings and activities outside of normalbusiness hours, including weekends and holidays.
Reports To: Executive Director of Athletics
Compensation: 806
FTE: 100
Additional Notes: Oklahoma City Public Schools reserves the right to, update, revise or change job duties as the need prevails. This document is for communication only and not intended to imply a written or implied contract of employment. The Board of Education and Superintendent may approve alternatives to the listed qualifications.
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The Community Engagement and Outreach Coordinator for Athletics supports the mission and vision of Oklahoma City Public Schools by building and establishing sustainable athletics feeder pathways, enhancing community partnerships, and increasing student participation across all grade bands. This position bridges OKCPS schools, site athletic directors, community partners (such as YMCA, PAL, Fields & Futures, etc.), and families to promote equitable and inclusive opportunities for students to thrive in both athletics and academics.
Essential Duties:
Great Teaching & Learning (Instructional Infrastructure):
Creates mentorship programs connecting younger students with high school athletes through “Big/Little” models, Friday night showcases, and feeder pattern events.
Designs leadership and character development initiatives for scholar-athletes that connect athletics to academic and career readiness.
Integrates wraparound supports (nutrition, mental health, and mentoring) within athletic and community-based programs.
Collaborates with Student Support Services to ensure equitable access to co-curricular opportunities for all students.
Great People (Talent Management):
Recruits, trains, and supports coaches and mentors aligned to OKCPS athletic and educational values.
Builds a coaching and volunteer pipeline through higher education and community organizations.
Promotes the district’s “Caring Coaching” model, emphasizing mentorship, leadership, and whole-child development.
Supports professional development and retention of site-based athletic coordinators and coaches.
Great Culture (Systems Leaders):
Develops and maintains clear feeder system pathways from community-based programs (YMCA, PAL) into OKCPS middle and high school athletics.
Collaborates with site athletic directors, principals, and coaches to ensure smooth student and coach transitions between grade levels.
Serves as the liaison between OKCPS Athletics and external partners (Fields & Futures, YMCA, PAL, local universities, nonprofits, and businesses).
Builds partnerships that strengthen athletic and community engagement initiatives.
Organizes district and community athletic events (clinics, tournaments, back-to-school nights, and feeder showcases).
Collaborates with the Office of Communications, Associate Director – sports media & partnerships, and the OKCPS Foundation to elevate brand visibility, sponsorships, and storytelling opportunities.
Uses data and storytelling to celebrate scholar-athlete success through internal and external communications.
Great Systems (Support & Accountability):
Tracks participation trends and retention data to inform district athletic growth strategies.
Tracks and reports student participation, attendance, academic outcomes, and retention rates.
Uses data insights to improve programming and address inequities, aligned to District goals and initiatives.
Prepares quarterly and annual summaries of participation trends for the Director of Athletics.
Job Specifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities):
Bachelor’s degree in education, sports management, recreation, or a related field.
Proven experience in leadership, program coordination, or community engagement.
Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills.
Knowledge of youth sports, athletic program structures, and coaching principles.
Ability to collect and analyze data for continuous improvement.
Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and data tracking systems.
Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities):
Master’s degree in sports administration, educational leadership, or related field.
Experience coordinating athletic or community programs within a K–12 environment.
Familiarity with OSSAA regulations, youth athletic programming, and partner-based sports initiatives.
Physical/Mental Requirements:
Must have adequate manual dexterity to write legibly and perform required duties on a computer.
Must have adequate visual acuity to read, interpret and transcribe written material and other required duties.
Requires normal range of hearing and clear speaking abilities to interact appropriately with others in person and on the telephone.
Requires some stooping, bending, stretching and occasional lifting not to exceed 50 pounds.
Requires sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods.
May periodically require work outside of normal business hours, including weekends, under sometimes. stressful conditions in order to meet business needs and strict deadlines.
Regular attendance is required.
Work Environment:
Office duties will be performed in a well-lighted, climate-controlled environment.
Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, noise, and crowds typical of athletic events.
Will require time in the office, external meeting locations with community partners or schools throughout the OKC metro area, and athletic event venues both in and out of town.
Will require participation in meetings and activities outside of normalbusiness hours, including weekends and holidays.
Reports To: Executive Director of Athletics
Compensation: 806
FTE: 100
Additional Notes: Oklahoma City Public Schools reserves the right to, update, revise or change job duties as the need prevails. This document is for communication only and not intended to imply a written or implied contract of employment. The Board of Education and Superintendent may approve alternatives to the listed qualifications.
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