Job Description

Summary

The A ssistant Director of Athletics assists in managing all aspects of the athletic program for Saint Xavier High School students and coaches. This position helps set the tone of excellence and cooperation within the Athletic Dep artment and conducts all depart ment programs within the con text of the Saint Xavier mission and phil osophy of edu cation. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Athletics in implementing and supervising all athletic policies and procedures. 
• Assist in the interview and selection process for select head coaching and assistant coaching positions .
• Assist in e ns uring coaches know and follow Kentucky’s High School Athletic Association rules and are conduct ing their programs withing the mission, philosophy, and goals of Saint Xavier High School. 
• Assist in maintaining proper eligibility files for each student athlete working with the Assistant Principal for Academic Services to ensure only eligible student athletes participate during each session.
• Assist in approval and scheduling of all game s and contests.
• Assist in scheduling and use of all athletic fields and facilities while maintaining a departmental spreadsheet and calendar of events.
• Maintain the Athletics website, including updating rosters, game s schedules , and results in consultation with head coaches and Communications Coordinator . 
• Assist in coordinating the hiring of KHSAA approved officials for each home contest. 
• Ensure each contest has necessary personnel, including prefects, ticket sellers, scorekeepers, and announcers.
• Facilitate payment to game officials and workers.
• Assist with supervision of the cheerleading program.

• Produce appropriate financial records for ticket sales and game reports for each contest.

• Perform facility maintenance as required (turf grooming, pre-contest set-up and break-down, etc.)
• Assist in coordinating all athletic awards assemblies and banquets.
• Attend home athletic contests of all sports and levels as designated by the Executive Director of Athletics, serving as the game and event manager. 
• Serve on the Communications Team to assist coaches and the Office of Institutional Advancement in communicating athletic program information to the press and through St. X social media accounts. 
• Other duties as assigned .

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a full listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

St. X  is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce  an d  an inclusive culture. St. X encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability,  an d veteran status.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Athletic Administration, or a related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Exceptional organizational skills while maintaining flexibility. 
• Strong understanding of high school sports dynamics, with a focus on innovation and implementation of evolving best practices.
• Familiarity with rules and standards of the Kentucky High School Athletic Association. 
• Ability to foster strong connections in the athletic community and attract motivated student-athletes.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Willing and able to work on evenings and weekends as needed. 
• Active member of the Catholic Church or strong understanding of its teachings and values preferred.

This position requires a background check, and the employee must complete the Safe Environment Training course offered through the Archdiocese of Louisville. The course must be completed within 30 days of employment.

About Saint Xavier High School

Saint Xavier High School, a Catholic college preparatory school sponsored by the Xaverian Brothers since 1864, engages young men in rigorous academic programs and extracurricular activities that foster respect, honor and service to God’s world. Saint Xavier is a private, Catholic, secondary school serving young men in grades 9-12. Saint Xavier High School, faithful to its Xaverian heritage, strives to build a Catholic community of faith that calls young men to embrace Gospel values and prepares them to share in the life of God through lives of generous service to the world. We seek to develop the gifts and talents of each student through holistic efforts based in rigorous academics, the arts, competitive athletics, intramurals, extracurricular activities and vibrant campus ministry programs. As a college preparatory school, St. X admits students of diverse faiths and abilities who demonstrate potential for completing our four-year, liberal arts and sciences curriculum and who desire a Catholic education. Our programs of study challenge students to grow intellectually and to think critically, welcoming students with different learning styles and mild learning differences. ... Exceptional instruction, guidance and coaching build enduring relationships while helping students to develop leadership skills, self-discipline and the attitudes essential for higher educational success and for becoming confident, capable and responsible stewards in a global society. Saint Xavier has established itself as a premier academic and athletic power in the region. Located on 54 acres in the heart of Louisville, KY and is easily accessible from I-64, I-65, I-71, I-265 and I-264. Saint Xavier has a student body of 1340 students, who come from over 68 different zip codes.

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