Sports and Athletics Development Director

THE POSITION BELOW IS VACANT IN THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION:

POSITION TITLE: Sports and Athletics Development Director

LOCATION:                      Territorial

Interested persons should contact:  DIVISION OF HUMAN RESOURCES

                                                    careers.sttj@vide.vi

Deadline for applying:        Until Filled

Salary Range:                    $60,000.00- $65,000.00  

Union:                                 Exempt

DESCRIPTION

The Sports and Athletics Development Director will be responsible for the development and implementation of programs and initiatives to support athlete development. The individual will work closely with the District and Physical Education Coordinator to ensure positive impact for the school community and the students. Individual will be responsible for supporting the coaches to improve communication and assist in college recruitment, promote athletic events, and represent the Department at athletic and school-wide events across the territory. The Director will also be required to identify new revenue sources through collaboration with external stakeholders, participate in writing development plans, policies, and procedures, ensure compliance with school rules at athletic events, address complaints, collaborate with the coordinator to determine and meet transportation needs, and handle special projects. Individual must be able to work independently, be organized, be able to prioritize, meet deadlines and maintain meticulous records.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (NOT ALL INCLUSIVE)

• Advises the Commissioner of Education as it pertains to all programs and initiatives relative to the development of all athletic programs;
• Establish and interpret policies and procedures pertaining to the effective execution of all athletic programs;
• Coordinate facilities management of all Department of Education (DOE) athletic venues;
• Serves as liaison between DOE and Sports Parks and Recreation and other governmental agencies;
• Organize and provide athletic services to meet students’ needs;
• Assist the Physical Education Coordinator with evaluating the programs on a regular systematic basis to  ensure the programs’ effectiveness;
• Develop and make recommendations for sound policies for the development and improvement of sports programs;
• Develop training programs for coaches to ensure the best operation in the area of athletics;
• Develop the necessary budget to ensure that all sport activities to include travel has adequate financial support;
• Assist with the implementation of all athletic polices as set forth by the respective school board authority;
• Serves as liaison between the Department and other athletic authorities for the purpose of addressing matters that impact the athletic program;
• Monitors athletic program/services for the purpose of ensuring stated outcomes are achieved, relevant policies and procedures are met, and services are efficiently provided within budgetary guidelines;
• Supports coaches and other administrators for the purpose of achieving the goals of the athletic program;
• Assist with the coordination of a variety of activities (e.g. certification of coaches, athletic schedules, district athletic allocations, meetings, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of delivering services which conform to established guidelines;
•  Assist with the coordination and preparation of the necessary documents required for student travel and submittal through the required chain of command for timely approval;
• Collaborate with VIDE leadership on the development, implementation, evaluation and maintenance of a Physical Education curriculum;
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the VI Department of Education, its functions, organization, policies and programs;
• Knowledge of program planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation methods;
• Knowledge of standards and curriculum development process;
• Ability to use effective organizational skills to coordinate programs and assist others;
• Ability to present information to various audiences using clear and effective communication tools;
• Ability to organize complex task and establish and maintain schedules;
• Ability to problem solve, conflict resolution and consensus building;
• Ability to manage time and meet deadlines;
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision;
• Ability to develop and manage budgets;
• Ability to develop and manage program activities;
• Ability to make sound and independent judgment while performing various tasks and assignments;
• Ability to be proactive, self-motivated, and self-directed;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff at all levels and all persons contacted during the course of work;
• Ability to make sound and independent judgment while performing various tasks and assignments.

 EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree in Education or other related areas is the minimum acceptable academic requirement and three (3) years of teaching experience or
• Bachelor's degree in Education, Physical Education or other related area and six (6) years of teaching experience.

No person shall be discriminated against in employment or in any other educational program or activity offered by the Virgin Islands Department of Education on account of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, handicap, or age.”

 ****DUE TO A HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICANTS, THE DEPARTMENT WILL NOTIFY ONLY THOSE WHO ARE SELECTED FOR THE NEXT STEP IN THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS. ****

Application documents required: (1) Completed Application, (2) Resume, (3) Cover Letter, (4) Official College Transcripts, (5) Certifications, (6) Licensures, (7) Three Letters of Recommendation, (8) Police Background Check and (9) Doctor’s Statement of Good Health.