Assistant Director of Athletics

Overview

Details

• Posted: 10-Jun-26
• Location: Fort Worth, Texas
• Type: Full Time
• Categories: Athletics/PE
• Salary Details: Competitive Compensation Package
• Preferred Education: 4 Year Degree
• Position Title: Assistant Director of Athletics
• Start Date: July 1, 2026
• Reports To: Director of Athletics
• Department: Athletics
• Exemption Status: Exempt

Founded in 1959 and named for the Trinity River that flows nearby, Trinity Valley School is an independent, nonsectarian, college-preparatory school serving more than 1,000 students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12 on a 75-acre campus in Fort Worth, Texas. Families choose TVS for its deep commitment to developing curious minds and lifelong learners, as well as for its strong sense of community.

TVS provides extraordinary opportunities for students to grow in academics, athletics, visual and performing arts, outdoor experiential education, and global education—guided by our motto, Per Aspera ad Astra (Through Difficulty to the Stars!).

At Trinity Valley School, athletics is more than competition, it's a cornerstone of student development, community pride, and school culture. As Assistant Director of Athletics, you'll be a visible, trusted presence who shapes the daily experience of student-athletes, empowers coaches, and builds meaningful relationships with families. Your work extends far beyond schedules and logistics—you'll help create an environment where students feel encouraged, challenged, and valued both on and off the field.

The Assistant Director of Athletics brings a dynamic blend of strategic leadership and operational expertise to TVS's athletic program. With a focus on the middle school program, this role oversees daily operations, coaches, scheduling, budgeting, and facilities—while serving as a key liaison between athletics and academics. This individual leads with integrity, emotional intelligence, and a deep commitment to sportsmanship, teamwork, and the mission of TVS.

• Integrity, ethics, and professionalism in all interactions.
• Emotional intelligence and the ability to build trust with students, coaches, and families.
• Strategic leadership paired with strong operational knowledge.
• Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Community engagement and relationship-building skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration across departments.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Assist the Director of Athletics with daily athletic department functions, budget, and fiscal operations.
• Oversee all middle school athletic program daily operations.
• Supervise and mentor all middle school full- and part-time coaches.
• Schedule middle school game days and practices, ensuring no conflicts with shared resources such as the weight room and athletic trainers.
• Assist with scheduling and execution of athletic facility rentals.
• Assist with staff management and evaluations.
• Act as liaison between athletics and academics.
• Represent the Athletic Department at middle school faculty meetings and school-wide or conference-wide meetings as needed.
• Stay current on policy changes.

Trinity Valley School is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any qualified employee or applicant due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Familiarity with NIAAA (National Interscholastic Athletic Association) rules
• Familiarity with SPC (Southwest Preparatory Conference) rules
• Prior experience in athletic administration or coaching in a school setting
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills

• Demonstrates resilience and flexibility in the face of interruptions
• Maintains emotional control under stress
• Promotes teamwork and positive interaction with fellow staff
• Maintains confidentiality of information
• Ability to work frequent, prolonged, and irregular hours
• Frequent district-wide and statewide travel required
• Outdoor…