Supervisor of Athletics; Middle Schools

Supervisor of Athletics (Middle Schools) Job Description

ABOUT OUR DISTRICT:

The Syracuse City School District is undergoing a new phase of innovation and transformation with the goal of ensuring that all students graduate high school with the skills needed to be ready for college and career. For Syracuse, all means all. The School Board and Syracuse community have charged the Superintendent with improving student achievement, and she is seeking a dedicated and diverse team of educators to partner with her in moving the district toward its goals.

The Syracuse City School District represents 35 schools and programs, including 6 high schools, 6 middle schools, 6 K‑8 schools, 13 elementary schools, and 4 alternative education programs, serving approximately 19,000 students Pre‑K‑12. Of these students, 82.3% qualify for free or reduced‑price lunch, 20.1% are served by the Office of Special Education, and 83% are students of color.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Athletic Supervisor will administer all aspects of the athletic program and provide leadership to the physical education department for middle school programs.

REPORTS TO: Director of Athletics

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Supervisor of Athletics will be expected to fulfill the following responsibilities:

• Oversee the day‑to‑day operations of the athletics and physical education at all middle schools.
• Recruit, lead and evaluate all athletic staff.
• Administer and interpret all regulations and policies related to the athletic program.
• Represent the District at the League, Section and State athletic organizations.
• Provide programmatic leadership for the physical education and athletic departments.
• Implement the annual athletic budget for all middle schools.
• Provide daily transportation schedule for all practices and contests.
• Oversee the Academic Eligibility Policy and the Behavioral Eligibility policy.
• Provide year‑round support for academically targeted athletes.
• Oversee building permits at middle schools.
• Provide for the safe and equitable use of the athletic facilities.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Transportation and the Parks Departments.
• Coordinate athletic purchases for all middle schools.
• Supervise the storage, care and distribution of supplies and equipment.
• Develop and maintain positive public relationships with parents, district staff, opponents, press and community organizations (Parks, Higher Ed, etc.)
• Demonstrated success as a Physical Education Teacher (preferred)
• Successful experience as an athletic coach or administrator
• Ability to lead, organize, and manage a multi‑faced athletic program
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, teachers, coaches, administrators, and families
• Prior demonstration of exemplary attendance is expected of any candidate for hire.
• Training and or experience with Culturally Relevant Education.
• The successful candidate will be required to pass a fingerprint‑based background check, at the cost of $102.00 to the candidate.
• City Residents are encouraged to apply!

CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS:

• New York State School District Leader Certificate (SDL) or School District Administrator (SDA).
• New York State Permanent or Professional Certificate in Physical Education.

SALARY/SALARY RANGE:

• Salary and benefits pursuant to the Unit 2 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). The starting salary for the 2026‑2027 school year is $122,117.

• Job Identification 3617
• Job Category School & District Leadership