ASSISTANT ATHLETIC DIRECTOR

Watkinson School, offering inventive teaching and learning to Hartford and surrounding communities since 1881, seeks an energetic and qualified individual to be its Assistant Athletic Director. This is a 10-month position beginning immediately with a salary range of $50,000-$57,000.

Key Responsibilities

The Assistant Athletic Director supports the day-to-day operations of Watkinson’s athletics program, helping ensure that practices, games, events, transportation, communications, and student-athlete celebrations run smoothly.

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinate seasonal athletic schedules, including games, practices, officials, transportation, facilities, and game-day staffing.
• Maintain athletics schedules, records, department planning tools, and website information.
• Coordinate transportation needs and support the school’s van driver program.
• Manage athletic uniforms, equipment, storage areas, and related inventory.
• Support game-day and special event operations, including facility setup and logistics.
• Manage athletics communications and social media, including schedules, scores, student-athlete recognition, and postseason announcements.
• Support athletics technology, including livestreaming, video platforms, and the athletics website.
• Coordinate photography and media needs for teams, senior athletes, and special events.
• Organize student-athlete recognition programs, including Athlete of the Week, senior celebrations, awards, and end-of-season events.
• Track departmental spending and assist with athletics purchasing and vendor coordination.
• Collaborate closely with coaches, the Athletics Department, Business Office, Communications, Facilities, transportation providers, and other school departments.
• Provide coaching coverage or support for athletic teams as needed throughout the school year.

Qualifications & Skills

• Diverse administrative experience supporting athletic operations.
• Successful coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level.
• Excellent organizational, collaborative, and communication skills.
• Current CPR, First Aid, AED certifications (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Proficiency with administrative and communication technology, including Google Workspace, social media management, and website platforms (e.g., WordPress).
• Ability to work effectively within an open, affirming, and diverse community.
• Flexibility to work non-traditional hours including evenings and weekends during peak athletic seasons.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Sports Management, Physical Education, or a related field.
• Experience leading youth sports programs, mentoring student-athletes, and overseeing day-to-day athletic operations.
• Current school van driving license with CT “A” Endorsement (or willingness to obtain upon hire).

Watkinson is an equal opportunity employer and an open and affirming community. We seek candidates of diverse backgrounds. This 10-month position begins immediately. Interested applicants should send cover letter, resume, and two letters of recommendation.