Director of Athletics
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Director of Athletics
Denton Independent School District – Denton, Texas
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Job Details
Job ID:
5673783
Application Deadline:
May 27, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Apr 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Apr 27, 2026
Job Description
Job Title:
Director of Athletics
Department/School:
Athletics
Reports to:
Executive Director of Secondary Programs
Pay Grade:
08
Minimum Salary:
$121,028
Duty Days:
230 days per year
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Direct and manage the overall program of extracurricular and intramural athletics for the district. Work to provide each student with opportunity to participate in an extracurricular athletic activity and ensure compliance with all state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and local requirements.
Qualifications
Education/Certification:
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of overall operations of an athletic program
Knowledge of state and UIL policies governing athletics
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Ability to interpret data
Ability to manage budget and personnel and coordinate district function
Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
Five years successful teaching and coaching experience
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Program Planning
Direct and manage district’s athletic program and facilities.
Establish physical and academic eligibility requirements for participation in each sport, and verify each athlete’s eligibility.
Maintain an active program that promotes good sportsmanship and student development.
Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to gauge athletic program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responsive to student needs.
Plan necessary time, resources, and materials to support accomplishment of department goals.
Athletic Events
Prepare and approve all interscholastic game schedules.
Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town athletic events.
Manage district athletic operations by directing ticket sales, employing game officials, and ensuring preparation of facilities.
Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all athletic equipment.
Coordinate the use of all athletic facilities by non‑school groups.
Plan, organize, and supervise all athletic awards programs.
Student Management
Implement district student management policies, communicate expected student behavior related to athletics, and ensure enforcement of student discipline in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences on vital issues with parents, students, and teachers.
Policy, Reports, and Law
Implement the policies established by federal law, state law, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and local board policy in area of athletics.
Compile, maintain, file, and present all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
Budget and Inventory
Administer the athletic budget and ensure that programs are cost effective and that funds are managed prudently.
Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs.
Initiate purchase orders and bids in accordance with budgetary limitations and district policies.
Maintain a current inventory of supplies and equipment and recommend disposal and replacement of equipment when necessary.
Approve and forward purchase orders for athletic department to accounting department.
Personnel Management
Prepare, review, and revise job descriptions for athletic department.
Recruit, select, train, and supervise all athletic department personnel and make sound recommendations about personnel placement, assignments, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
Evaluate job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness.
Develop training options and/or improvement plans for employees to ensure exemplary operation in area of athletics.
Community Relations
Articulate the district’s mission and goals in the area of athletics to community and solicit its support in realizing mission.
Demonstrate awareness of district and community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs.
Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
Support athletic booster club activities.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervise and evaluate the performance of coaches and support staff.
Working Conditions
Mental Demands:
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interprets policy, procedures and data; coordinates district functions; maintains emotional control under stress.
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Frequent district-wide and occasional statewide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling. Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. Prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions.
Appointment:
The appointment of this position will be recommended to the Board of Trustees by the Superintendent of Schools on the basis of the applicant's training, experience, and expertise. The Board of Trustees must give final approval.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
Human Resources
Phone: (940) 369‑0040
Email: careers@dentonisd.org
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Denton Independent School District – Denton, Texas
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Job Details
Job ID:
5673783
Application Deadline:
May 27, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Apr 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Apr 27, 2026
Job Description
Job Title:
Director of Athletics
Department/School:
Athletics
Reports to:
Executive Director of Secondary Programs
Pay Grade:
08
Minimum Salary:
$121,028
Duty Days:
230 days per year
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Direct and manage the overall program of extracurricular and intramural athletics for the district. Work to provide each student with opportunity to participate in an extracurricular athletic activity and ensure compliance with all state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and local requirements.
Qualifications
Education/Certification:
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of overall operations of an athletic program
Knowledge of state and UIL policies governing athletics
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Ability to interpret data
Ability to manage budget and personnel and coordinate district function
Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
Five years successful teaching and coaching experience
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Program Planning
Direct and manage district’s athletic program and facilities.
Establish physical and academic eligibility requirements for participation in each sport, and verify each athlete’s eligibility.
Maintain an active program that promotes good sportsmanship and student development.
Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to gauge athletic program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responsive to student needs.
Plan necessary time, resources, and materials to support accomplishment of department goals.
Athletic Events
Prepare and approve all interscholastic game schedules.
Arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town athletic events.
Manage district athletic operations by directing ticket sales, employing game officials, and ensuring preparation of facilities.
Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all athletic equipment.
Coordinate the use of all athletic facilities by non‑school groups.
Plan, organize, and supervise all athletic awards programs.
Student Management
Implement district student management policies, communicate expected student behavior related to athletics, and ensure enforcement of student discipline in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences on vital issues with parents, students, and teachers.
Policy, Reports, and Law
Implement the policies established by federal law, state law, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and local board policy in area of athletics.
Compile, maintain, file, and present all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
Budget and Inventory
Administer the athletic budget and ensure that programs are cost effective and that funds are managed prudently.
Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs.
Initiate purchase orders and bids in accordance with budgetary limitations and district policies.
Maintain a current inventory of supplies and equipment and recommend disposal and replacement of equipment when necessary.
Approve and forward purchase orders for athletic department to accounting department.
Personnel Management
Prepare, review, and revise job descriptions for athletic department.
Recruit, select, train, and supervise all athletic department personnel and make sound recommendations about personnel placement, assignments, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
Evaluate job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness.
Develop training options and/or improvement plans for employees to ensure exemplary operation in area of athletics.
Community Relations
Articulate the district’s mission and goals in the area of athletics to community and solicit its support in realizing mission.
Demonstrate awareness of district and community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs.
Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
Support athletic booster club activities.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervise and evaluate the performance of coaches and support staff.
Working Conditions
Mental Demands:
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interprets policy, procedures and data; coordinates district functions; maintains emotional control under stress.
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Frequent district-wide and occasional statewide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling. Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. Prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions.
Appointment:
The appointment of this position will be recommended to the Board of Trustees by the Superintendent of Schools on the basis of the applicant's training, experience, and expertise. The Board of Trustees must give final approval.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
Human Resources
Phone: (940) 369‑0040
Email: careers@dentonisd.org
#J-18808-Ljbffr