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Director of Athletics/Head Coach of a Major Sport

Bcisdistrict, Falfurrias, TX, United States


Director of Athletics/Head Coach of a Major Sport Position Type: Administration/Director

Date Posted: 4/6/2026

Location: Brooks County ISD

Primary Purpose Direct and manage the district's extracurricular athletic programs and instructional PE/athletics programs. Instruct and coach students to develop skills and abilities to excel in athletics, provide each student with the opportunity to participate in an extracurricular athletic activity and ensure compliance with all federal, state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and local requirements.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (Master's preferred)

Valid Texas teaching certificate (Mid Management preferred)

Current first aid, CPR, and AED certificate

Clear and valid Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements (preferred)

Knowledge of operations of an athletic program, coaching techniques, federal/state/UIL policies

Ability to instruct and supervise coaches and student athletes

Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical if bus driving duties required

Ability to implement policy and procedures, interpret data, manage budget and personnel

Excellent public relations, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to speak effectively before groups of students, parents, and staff

5 years of successful teaching and coaching experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties Athletics/PE/Cheer Program Planning and Instruction

Establish performance criteria for competition and manage athletic activities, cheer, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth, teamwork, and good sportsmanship

Maintain an active program that promotes good sportsmanship and student development, including time, resources, and materials to support department goals

Establish and maintain physical and academic eligibility requirements and verify each athlete's eligibility

Use a variety of instructional and coaching techniques to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes

Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities

Be part of the instructional management team to plan and implement instructional goals and objectives for overall educational development of student athletics

Obtain, use, and submit evaluative findings (including student achievement data - FITNESSGRAM) to gauge program effectiveness

Athletic Events

Coordinate athletic events with other departments/contractors, including online ticket sales, employing game officials, and ensuring preparation of facilities

Organize and submit event expense documentation to the business department

Be part of the administrator event duty rotation

Prepare and approve all interscholastic game schedules

Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town athletic events

Coordinate use of all athletic facilities and rentals

Plan, organize, and oversee all athletic award and special programs

Student Management

Implement district student management policies, communicate expected behavior, enforce discipline per student code of conduct

Maintain and revise district athletic handbook

Accompany and supervise student athletes during games and out-of-town trips

Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulations regarding academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices

Maintain an active program and manage resources to support department goals

Obtain and use evaluative findings to gauge program effectiveness

Communication

Establish and maintain open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, and teachers

Administration, Budget, and Inventory

Implement policies established by federal law, state law, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and local board policy

Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures

Compile, maintain, and file all required reports, records, and documents

Develop and administer budget based on documented needs and ensure cost-effective operations

Oversee cleaning, repairing, and storing athletic equipment; maintain inventory and recommend disposal and replacement

Coordinate use of athletic facilities by non‑school groups

Plan, organize, and oversee all activities, including practices, special events, and tournaments

Maintain professional conduct

Prepare, review, and revise job descriptions for the athletic department

Recruit, select, train, supervise, evaluate departmental personnel; recommend hiring, transfers, retention, discipline, dismissal

Develop training options or improvement plans for employees

Community Relations

Articulate district mission and goals in athletics to community and solicit support

Demonstrate awareness of district and community needs; initiate activities to meet needs

Support athletic booster club activities

Supervisory Responsibilities Supervise, evaluate, and recommend hiring of coaches and support staff.

Mental, Physical, and Environmental Factors Tools/Equipment: Athletic equipment, standard office equipment, AED; frequent driving (may operate school bus). Posture: sitting; prolonged standing; occasional kneeling. Motion: frequent walking; repetitive hand motions; keyboarding/mouse; moderate grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching. Lifting: frequently light (≤15 lbs); occasional moderate (15-44 lbs). Environment: frequent travel. Mental demands: maintain emotional control under stress; frequent prolonged irregular hours.

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