Athletic Director; Abilene

Position: 2026-2027 Athletic Director (Abilene)
TEXAS LEADERSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Job Title:

Athletic Director

Department:
Athletics

Reports To:

Campus Principal

FLSA Status:
Exempt

GENERAL

PURPOSE:

The role of an athletic director is to manage all facets of an athletic program, including scheduling, hiring coaches, promoting programs and events, ordering equipment, constructing budgets, and facilitating operations. Athletic directors also often help fundraise events, coordinate with the booster club, and supervise sports personnel.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

* Plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate the athletic program in accordance with the School Handbook, UIL, and the Education Code

* Manage all facets of the athletic program including the placement of coaches and event scheduling

* Demonstrate the ability to multi-task and resolve conflict in a timely manner

* Must possess a strong judgment of character

* Ability to demonstrate strong communication skills

* Serve as a Leader by modeling tenacity and heart to the organization

* May be required to teach

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Specific

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree (required)

* Coaching background (preferred)

* Valid Texas Teaching Certification (preferred)

* Minimum of three years in a classroom setting (preferred)

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

* Long hours of standing or performing athletic functions

* Must maintain control in stressful situations

* Frequent travel may be required, including overnight travel

* Extended hours may be required