Director of Athletics – Men
Second Baptist School, Houston, TX, United States
Second Baptist School is seeking a full-time
DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS – MEN
for the 2026-2027 school year.
Position Title:
Director of Athletics – Men
Reports To:
Head of Upper School
JOB SUMMARY. The Director of Athletics – Men provides leadership, vision, and oversight for the men’s athletic program at Second Baptist School. This role ensures alignment with the mission and core values of the school while supporting coaches, student-athletes, and families.
This position works in partnership with the Director of Athletics – Women to provide unified leadership across the athletic department, including hiring, evaluations, program development, and strategic planning.
The Director of Athletics – Men supports a culture of excellence in competition, sportsmanship, discipleship, and student development.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES. Essential job functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Vision and Leadership
Provide vision and direction for the men’s athletic program aligned with the mission of Second Baptist School
Promote a Christ-centered athletic culture emphasizing character, discipline, teamwork, and excellence
Partner with the Director of Athletics – Women to ensure consistency and alignment across the athletic department
Support strategic planning and continuous improvement of athletic programs
Program Oversight and Organization
Provide leadership and oversight for men’s athletic teams and programs
Ensure effective organization and communication across all men’s sports
Monitor program quality, competitiveness, and student-athlete development
Coordinate schedules, staffing needs, and program priorities
Maintain compliance with TAPPS regulations and school policies
Supervision and Accountability
Provide leadership and support for head coaches of men’s teams and select co‑ed teams
Promote accountability and professional expectations for coaches
Conduct regular team meetings with coaches and establish goals to ensure vision, alignment, and accountability
Support ongoing communication with coaches regarding expectations and performance
Address concerns related to program quality, sportsmanship, and student experience
Hiring and Evaluations
Collaborate with the Director of Athletics – Women in hiring athletic staff
Participate in interviewing and selection of coaches
Collaborate on coach evaluations and performance feedback
Support development of coaches through mentoring and professional growth
Parent and Community Engagement
Lead parent meetings as needed to support program communication and expectations
Promote positive relationships with families
Support communication related to program vision, expectations, and culture
Professional Learning and Training
Encourage ongoing development in leadership, discipleship, and sport‑specific knowledge
Lead and oversee professional learning opportunities for coaches
Implement training aligned with program expectations, safety standards, and school values
Ensure professional learning supports the mission and vision of Second Baptist School
Admissions and Student Recruitment
Lead partnership with Admissions to support recruitment of mission‑fit student‑athletes in accordance with TAPPS regulations
Participate in meetings with prospective families to represent the athletics program and communicate program vision and culture
Support retention of student‑athletes by fostering a strong, Christ‑centered program culture and positive team experience
Collaborate with Admissions and campus leadership to align athletic recruitment efforts with school priorities
Oversee and support the college recruiting process for student‑athletes pursuing collegiate opportunities
Provide guidance to coaches and families on recruiting expectations, timelines, and best practices
Assist in developing resources and communication to support student‑athletes in navigating collegiate pathways
Promote integrity, transparency, and alignment with school values throughout the recruiting process
Fan Experience and School Spirit
Lead efforts to develop a positive and engaging fan experience at athletic events
Promote school spirit by encouraging student involvement and participation at games and events
Partner with student leadership and campus groups to strengthen engagement and game‑day atmosphere
Collaborate with school departments to enhance community connection and support for athletic programs
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED. To perform this job successfully, candidates must:
Demonstrate a strong Christian testimony and commitment to Christian education
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff, and community members
Possess strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
Demonstrate knowledge of interscholastic athletics and TAPPS guidelines
Effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Lead with integrity, professionalism, and accountability
Support the spiritual, academic, and athletic growth of student‑athletes
Demonstrate strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
Communicate clearly and effectively with coaches, parents, and administration
Support collaboration across departments and divisions
CANDIDATE SUMMARY We seek the following in qualified candidates:
A strong Christian testimony and a calling to serve as a Christian role model to students
A heart for mentoring and developing student‑athletes
Experience in athletic leadership, coaching, or athletic administration
Knowledge of TAPPS or interscholastic athletic structures
Demonstrated leadership ability in team environments
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to build relationships with students, parents, and faculty
Commitment to excellence and continuous improvement
Alignment with the mission and values of Second Baptist School
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DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS – MEN
for the 2026-2027 school year.
Position Title:
Director of Athletics – Men
Reports To:
Head of Upper School
JOB SUMMARY. The Director of Athletics – Men provides leadership, vision, and oversight for the men’s athletic program at Second Baptist School. This role ensures alignment with the mission and core values of the school while supporting coaches, student-athletes, and families.
This position works in partnership with the Director of Athletics – Women to provide unified leadership across the athletic department, including hiring, evaluations, program development, and strategic planning.
The Director of Athletics – Men supports a culture of excellence in competition, sportsmanship, discipleship, and student development.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES. Essential job functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Vision and Leadership
Provide vision and direction for the men’s athletic program aligned with the mission of Second Baptist School
Promote a Christ-centered athletic culture emphasizing character, discipline, teamwork, and excellence
Partner with the Director of Athletics – Women to ensure consistency and alignment across the athletic department
Support strategic planning and continuous improvement of athletic programs
Program Oversight and Organization
Provide leadership and oversight for men’s athletic teams and programs
Ensure effective organization and communication across all men’s sports
Monitor program quality, competitiveness, and student-athlete development
Coordinate schedules, staffing needs, and program priorities
Maintain compliance with TAPPS regulations and school policies
Supervision and Accountability
Provide leadership and support for head coaches of men’s teams and select co‑ed teams
Promote accountability and professional expectations for coaches
Conduct regular team meetings with coaches and establish goals to ensure vision, alignment, and accountability
Support ongoing communication with coaches regarding expectations and performance
Address concerns related to program quality, sportsmanship, and student experience
Hiring and Evaluations
Collaborate with the Director of Athletics – Women in hiring athletic staff
Participate in interviewing and selection of coaches
Collaborate on coach evaluations and performance feedback
Support development of coaches through mentoring and professional growth
Parent and Community Engagement
Lead parent meetings as needed to support program communication and expectations
Promote positive relationships with families
Support communication related to program vision, expectations, and culture
Professional Learning and Training
Encourage ongoing development in leadership, discipleship, and sport‑specific knowledge
Lead and oversee professional learning opportunities for coaches
Implement training aligned with program expectations, safety standards, and school values
Ensure professional learning supports the mission and vision of Second Baptist School
Admissions and Student Recruitment
Lead partnership with Admissions to support recruitment of mission‑fit student‑athletes in accordance with TAPPS regulations
Participate in meetings with prospective families to represent the athletics program and communicate program vision and culture
Support retention of student‑athletes by fostering a strong, Christ‑centered program culture and positive team experience
Collaborate with Admissions and campus leadership to align athletic recruitment efforts with school priorities
Oversee and support the college recruiting process for student‑athletes pursuing collegiate opportunities
Provide guidance to coaches and families on recruiting expectations, timelines, and best practices
Assist in developing resources and communication to support student‑athletes in navigating collegiate pathways
Promote integrity, transparency, and alignment with school values throughout the recruiting process
Fan Experience and School Spirit
Lead efforts to develop a positive and engaging fan experience at athletic events
Promote school spirit by encouraging student involvement and participation at games and events
Partner with student leadership and campus groups to strengthen engagement and game‑day atmosphere
Collaborate with school departments to enhance community connection and support for athletic programs
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED. To perform this job successfully, candidates must:
Demonstrate a strong Christian testimony and commitment to Christian education
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff, and community members
Possess strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
Demonstrate knowledge of interscholastic athletics and TAPPS guidelines
Effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Lead with integrity, professionalism, and accountability
Support the spiritual, academic, and athletic growth of student‑athletes
Demonstrate strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
Communicate clearly and effectively with coaches, parents, and administration
Support collaboration across departments and divisions
CANDIDATE SUMMARY We seek the following in qualified candidates:
A strong Christian testimony and a calling to serve as a Christian role model to students
A heart for mentoring and developing student‑athletes
Experience in athletic leadership, coaching, or athletic administration
Knowledge of TAPPS or interscholastic athletic structures
Demonstrated leadership ability in team environments
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to build relationships with students, parents, and faculty
Commitment to excellence and continuous improvement
Alignment with the mission and values of Second Baptist School
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