Director of Athletics & Activities -CO
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Job Title: Director of Athletics & Activities School District (Location of Position): Mesa County Valley School District 51 City/State (of Position): Grand Junction, Colorado Where to Apply: https://www.applitrack.com/ Position Open Until: 2/16/2026 Job Description: Job Summary: Operating under the Superintendent's direction, this position collaborates with district and building leadership, the Board of Education, and external partners to align athletics and activities with district priorities. The Director ensures the effective delivery of athletic and extracurricular programs that serve students and staff. Responsibilities include overseeing budgets, managing staff, ensuring compliance, and using data to drive continuous improvement and expand student opportunities. Job Responsibility: Description Leadership and Strategic Alignment Provides consistent leadership to advance the District's strategic and tactical goals under the direction of the Superintendent. Participates in setting goals, standards, and decisions that guide Mesa County Valley School District 51 toward long-term success. Fosters trust and alignment between departmental and district goals while promoting transparent communication and collaboration. Takes decisive and appropriate action when performance or behavior does not align with established expectations. Department and Program Oversight: Manages, supervises, and directs daily operations of the Athletics and Activities Department, overseeing approximately 300+ coaches, athletic directors, trainers, and staff. Ensures the delivery of comprehensive athletic and activity programs across all schools in partnership with building-level leadership. Oversees the creation and management of master practice and competition schedules, securing officials and coordinating logistics for over 300+ events annually. Acts as a primary liaison among internal and external stakeholders, setting communication protocols and maintaining strong community relationships. Financial and Operational Management: Oversees department budgets in collaboration with the Finance Department, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local laws. Manages purchasing priorities, equipment replacement cycles, and long-term financial planning for athletic and activity needs. Directs all aspects of the District's Coca-Cola® partnership, including compliance, product placement, and revenue generation through contracts and . Provides input on extra-curricular salary schedules and manages department fundraising processes to support financial objectives. Collaboration, Representation, and Community Engagement Represents District 51 on local and state committees and boards. Serves as the District's liaison to the Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA) and advocates for Western Slope schools. Coordinates facility usage agreements with community partners to support athletic programs and post-season tournaments. Promotes positive relationships with schools, community organizations, and families to enhance student opportunities and program visibility. Other Duties Additional tasks, duties, and responsibilities may be assigned as needed/requested. Qualifications: Master's degree in Education, Sports Management, Athletic Administration or related field required*; Must have or be eligible for Colorado Principal's License; Minimum five years' experience in athletic department management for large organization(s). Preference given for prior school district athletic director experience; Minimum of three years supervisory experience leading others in supervisory positions. Valid Colorado driver's license or valid Colorado identification required NIAA, CAA or CMAA desirable Working Conditions: 260 days/year Application Procedure: Apply Online Selection Procedure: Position is posted Wednesday, January 18th and will close Monday, February 16th @ 11:59pm MST. Salary & Benefits: $102,958-$171,394. *Salary placement commensurate with experience View all salary schedules for the current school year at: https://www.d51schools.org/ Information regarding D51 Benefits can be found here: https://www.d51schools.org/ |