Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant Principal of Athletics provides strategic leadership and operational management for the athletic programs at Orange Lutheran High School. In close collaboration with the Athletic Director, this role ensures that all athletic activities are aligned with the school’s Christ-centered mission and vision. The position oversees programs that foster student-athlete excellence, spiritual and personal growth, and academic achievement. Additionally, the Assistant Principal of Athletics will support admissions efforts, assist with the financial aid process, and work alongside the Development team to lead major fundraising events for athletics.

Reports to: Head of School

Supervises: Director of Athletics

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Ensure the athletic program aligns with the school’s Christ-centered mission, focusing on spiritual, personal, and academic growth for student-athletes.
• Collaborate with the Athletic Director to enhance existing athletic programs, facilities, and resources supporting student-athletes.
• Lead the Athletic Director in managing day-to-day operations, including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Partner with the Administrative Team (Head of School, Assistant Principal, Academics, Assistant Principal, Student Services, and Executive Assistant) to ensure athletics supports the school’s strategic goals.
• Create and enforce policies that ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, athletic governance organizations, and school-specific guidelines.
• Promote standards of excellence in coaching, sportsmanship, and student-athlete conduct.
• Ensure the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of student-athletes through mentorship, spiritual guidance, and creating growth opportunities.
• Work with the Athletic Director to offer development opportunities for athletes and coaches, focusing on athletic and personal achievement.
• Oversee the evaluation of athletic programs to ensure alignment with the school’s academic and spiritual objectives
• Provide feedback and recommendations for growth to the Athletic Director and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the Head of School to ensure proper budgeting and resource allocation for athletic programs in line with the school’s financial goals.
• Work closely with the admissions department to support student-athlete enrollment, ensuring alignment with the school’s admissions criteria and values.
• Assist in the admissions process for student-athletes, ensuring they meet necessary academic and behavioral standards
• Support the work of the Financial Aid Committee by providing input on the need-based financial aid process for student-athletes
• Ensure that coaches are properly informed about the need-based financial aid application process and assist them as needed.
• Take the lead on large-scale fundraising events in collaboration with the Development team to raise funds for athletics.
• Work to secure financial support for athletics programs through donor relations, events, and engagement with the community.
• Build strong relationships with parents, alumni, and community partners to strengthen support for athletics at Orange Lutheran High School.
• Represent the school’s athletic program at events, functions, and community gatherings as needed.
• Participate in key administrative decisions and contribute to school-wide initiatives with the Head of School and other administrative leaders.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor or administrator

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the competencies, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Master's Degree in Education, Sports Management, or a related field

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience working in educational settings, including teaching or coaching, is required. This experience should be within high school athletics, with a strong understanding of the unique challenges and needs of student-athletes.
• 2-3 years of experience in a leadership or administrative role within an athletic department, such as a head coach or assistant athletic director, preferred.
• 5-10 years of coaching experience preferred, ideally at the collegiate or high school level
• Proven experience in leading fundraising initiatives and engaging donors

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, AND CLEARANCES

• Valid background fingerprint clearance
• Valid CPR and First Aid certifications
• TB Risk Assessment
• Ministry Safe Clearance

KEY COMPETENCIES

Knowledge

• Deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in Christian high school athletics.
• Knowledge of need-based financial aid processes and how they intersect with student-athlete needs.
• Knowledge and experience budgeting, resource allocation, and managing athletic facilities.
• Familiarity with the rules and regulations of high school sports associations

Skills and Abilities

• Strong commitment to the mission and values of Orange Lutheran High School.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with students, staff, parents, and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with the capacity to collaborate effectively with coaches, administrators, and external partners.
• Strong leadership abilities to manage multiple teams, oversee athletic events, coordinate with school administrators, and work with the development/fundraising teams.
• The ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and community members is essential. Written and verbal communication skills are crucial for this role.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Exhibit the highest level of Christian integrity – his/her life reflects Christ-like morals, behavior, attitude, and leadership
• Strong commitment to the mission and values of Orange Lutheran High School.
• Foster a Christ-centered environment focused on Grateful Servanthood, Accountability, Compassion, and Collaboration, in alignment with our Guiding Principles
• Support of the Statement of Faith or Orange Lutheran High School
• A life-long learner who models intellectual curiosity, self-reflection, and stewardship of talents

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The employee must have the physical abilities to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above including:

• Frequently move about the campus, sit for extended periods, talk and hear, use hands to handle, feel, or grasp objects
• Occasionally stand, walk, push, pull, or lift, up to 30 pounds, reach with hands or arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, taste, or smell

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions including:

• The majority of work is performed in a climate-controlled school setting, with occasional outside exposure to varying weather conditions.
• The noise level is that of a typical quiet office setting with occasional exposure to moderate to loud noise at school events

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of positions given this title and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments. Specific job-related duties assigned by hiring departments shall be consistent with the representative essential functions listed above and shall not be construed as expanding a particular position’s role, scope, and FLSA status, or grade.

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