Athletic Director 2024-2025 School Year

Athletic Director

About Lotus School for Excellence:

Lotus School for Excellence is a K-12, college-prep public charter school with a S.T.E.A.M.

(Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) focus.

All employees at Lotus School for Excellence (LSE) work together to create academic, social,

and ethical leaders. The thoughts reflected in this description provide structure to the

responsibilities and accountability for this position. However, LSE expects to employ

professionals who will work beyond job descriptions, creating both a fulfilling career

environment and successful outcomes for our students.

Position Summary:

The Athletic Director is responsible for overseeing, and managing the school’s athletic

programs. The Director will collaborate on the department’s budget with their supervisor, hire

and evaluate athletic staff, and schedule and track events. The Director will represent Lotus

School for Excellence at meetings and Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA)

committees while adhering to Lotus School for Excellence and state policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

● Planning, organizing, and coordinating all aspects of the school’s athletic programs.

● Represent the school at district athletic and activities meetings. Serve on both District

and CHSAA committees

● Supervise after-school athletic and activities events

● Maintain a thorough knowledge and adhere to all school, league and state association

policies and procedures that relate athletic and non-athletic sponsored activity by Lotus

School for Excellence. Adhere to and uphold CHSAA/APS Athletic regulations and

guidelines

● Coordinate, organize and manage all facets of home and visiting group sporting

events/activities, this includes responsibility for tickets and money; scheduling game

workers, clock operators, scorekeepers, etc.

● Work collaboratively with all stakeholders in the school community and articulation area

● Responsible for the oversight of the school’s athletic/activities budget. Oversees all

school sanctioned clubs and activities

● Responsible for the coordination and leadership in hiring, training and supervising of all

head coaches. Responsible for annual evaluation and providing feedback to all head

coaches

● Ensuring that all athletic programs comply with relevant laws, regulations, and school

policies.

● Supervise eligibility records, physical examinations, parent permission slips, insurance

coverage, athletic and activities fees and code of conduct agreements

● Schedule and facilitate annual pre-season parent/coach meetings

● Responsible for all the paperwork involved with athletic and non-athletic activities

including but not limited to, supplemental agreements for coaches, inventories,

purchasing records, code of conduct violations, etc.

● Supervise the completion of student paperwork requirements prior to practicing or

competing. This includes, but is not limited to, physicals, student fees, insurance

coverage, student athletic agreements eligibility lists and participants’ lists

● Promotes publicity for all interscholastic sports through the use of press releases,

student bulletins, web page, etc.

● Communicating with parents, students and the community about athletic programs.

Promoting school sports and building positive relationships with stakeholders.

● Organizing and coordinating athletic events, including games, tournaments, and

competitions . Manage logistics such as scheduling, referees, and facilities.

● Focusing on the holistic development of student-athletes, including academic success,

character development, and sportsmanship.

● Seeking and securing funding through fundraising activities, sponsorships, and

partnerships.

● Implementing safety measures and protocols to ensure the well-being of

student-athletes. Managing and addressing any issues related to injuries or

emergencies during athletic events.

● Keeping records of team performance, statistics, and achievements. Providing regular

reports to school administration and stakeholders.

● Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

● Bachelor's degree required in Physical Education, Communication, Education or

Marketing

● 3-5 years coaching experience in Colorado

● 1-2 years experience in a leadership role or capacity

● Certified Teacher in the state of Colorado

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

● Master’s Degree

● Administration License in the state of Colorado

Reports to: Middle/High School Principal

Job Type: Full-time (218-day calendar)

Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday.

Compensation and Benefits:

● $65,000 - $110,000 / year (BOE)

● Funding of 100% of individual medical benefits and a wide range of insurance plans

● Approximately 10 days of PTO annually

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• After school
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Charter school
• In-person

Ability to Relocate:

• Aurora, CO 80012: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person