"Director, Physical Education and Athletic Programs"

Director, Physical Education and Athletic Programs

Company: College of the Redwoods

Job Location: Eureka, 95501

Category: Athletics - Recreation Services

Type: Full-Time

Position Type: Administrator/Manager

Department: Health, Physical Education, and Athletics

Location: Eureka

Summary

The Director, Physical Education and Athletic Programs plans, organizes, coordinates, supervises, and evaluates a comprehensive program of intercollegiate athletic activities, including but not limited to the following representative duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages intercollegiate athletic activities in compliance with District, State, Federal, and/or California Commission on Athletics (COA) regulations, policies, and standards, including Title IX; keeps others informed as appropriate to their responsibilities.
• Trains coaches and other staff regarding eligibility rules; works with Admissions and Records to complete eligibility; completes necessary notifications and paperwork.
• Identifies and recommends curriculum needs for the athletic program; assists in scheduling course offerings for athletics; articulates with secondary schools to inform them of educational and athletic opportunities at West Hills Community College.
• Develops and approves team schedules with coaches; works with coaches and staff to make travel arrangements for games.
• Works with coaches and staff to make sure arrangements for home contests are made including facilities, game officials, support staff, security, field/court decorum, concessions through Athletes Club; attends home athletic events, or arranges for coverage.
• Develop, foster and maintain positive working relationships with and between the College staff and local media representatives and organizations.
• Develops the athletic budget with coaches and staff; reviews and manages budget priorities and allocations, adjusting to meet changing needs; approves budget expenditures.
• Attend and report at all Booster Club meetings on the various programs and their status.
• Determines staffing, facility, and equipment needs for the athletic program, planning for future needs.
• Approves special events involving athletic facilities; arranges for equipment distribution and collection.
• Maintains positive community relations; coordinates publicity with coaches and Public Relations including season passes, press releases, schedules, awards banquets, community groups, etc.
• Direct the program of the district to accommodate a diverse student population.
• Assist in the growth and success of a diverse population of students through careful preparation of materials.
• Incorporate the use of technology in delivery of computerized presentations, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Operate a computer, printer and other office equipment as assigned, be proficient in the office suite and its components, word, excel and operate a camera.
• Supervises coaches, athletic trainer, equipment manager and support staff including recommendations for hire, evaluations for all staff in the Athletic Department, evaluation of all programs and determination of staff development needs, including flex activities for all staff.
• Available to student athletes on a variety of issues, refers them to appropriate District resources for assistance as appropriate.
• Serves as administrative representative during athletic events.
• Serves as advisor for the Athletes Club.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of athletic rules, particularly of the California Commission on Athletics and Title IX; operational aspects of athletic teams activities, including competitions; athletic field/facilities conditioning and equipment operation; required safety practices; teaching practices and techniques; techniques of personnel supervision; planning techniques; faculty management techniques; report writing; District policies and procedures; community college operations; and the ability to understand and deal with Diversity.

Abilities

Ability to learn, interpret, communicate and apply applicable District, State, Federal, and COA regulations, standards, and requirements; plan, organize, coordinate, supervise, and evaluate a comprehensive athletics program; develop curriculum and course schedules; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; select, train, supervise, and evaluate coaches and all staff; work independently; prepare and manage a departmental budget; provide research, compile data, analyze information, make recommendations, prepare reports; conduct meetings; work cooperatively with others; positively represent the college to the public; coordinate group work efforts; set priorities; stay professionally current; work variable hours, including evenings and weekends.

Physical Abilities

Sitting and standing for extended periods of time, hearing and speaking to communicate and exchange information, moderate lifting and carrying athletic equipment up to 50 pounds. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard

Education and Experience

Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, cultural, disability, religious background of community college students. Possession of a Masters Degree and one year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the assignment

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of College of the Redwoods not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, or sexual orientation in its educational programs and its employment practices. Position requires sensitivity to and understanding to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. College of the Redwoods values all members of our community and strives to create a diverse, nurturing, honest, and open environment. CR is committed to equal employment opportunity in its employment and encourages applications from underrepresented group members.

Licenses and Certificates

Valid CA Drivers license.

Hours

Full-Time 12 Months/Year 2080 Hours/Year

Salary Grade: 130

Salary: $115,731.20- $195,936.00 Annual Salary

Contact(s): Human Resources

Contact Phone: 707-476-4140

Contact Email: hr@redwoods.edu

Start Date

TBD

Posting Number: S00404P

Requisition Number: 26-56

Job Close Date: 09/16/2025

Open Until Filled: No

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful clearance of a criminal background check, pre-employment physical examination, freedom from tuberculosis, and proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States prior to the first day of work. The District may select additional qualified candidates should unexpected vacancies or needs occur during the recruitment/selection process. When education is a requirement for the position, official academic transcripts from the accredited college/university will be required. California School Employees Association is the exclusive bargaining representative for College of the Redwoods classified employees. Each employee hired into a classified position shall contribute to the administration of this contract by membership dues or service fees. The salary range indicated is reflective of a 20-step salary schedule.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance is provided by the District for all full-time employees and their dependents.

Application Process

Required Materials Apply online at https://employment.redwoods.edu/ You will need to attach the information below to complete the online application process. Attachments are accepted in .doc or .pdf file formats. 1. Letter of introduction expressing interest in and qualifications for this position 2. Professional resume 3. Transcripts of all college degrees and courses (unofficial is sufficient for application, official copies will be required of the successful candidate) Incomplete application packets will not be forwarded for consideration by the screening committee. Application Procedures All documents included in your application file become the property of the District and will not be returned. Your application for this job posting will not be considered for future openings. New documents must be submitted for each job posting. To be included in the first review, the applicant must complete the online application process by 5:00 p.m. PST on the closing or first review date. If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities in order to apply or interview for this job posting, please call Human Resources. For assistance or information, please contact: College of the Redwoods Human Resources 7351 Tompkins Hill Road Eureka, CA 95501-9300 Phone 707-476-4140 Fax 707-476-4421 TTY 711 Email hr@redwoods.edu Selection Process All complete applications will be reviewed by a representative screening committee. Selected candidates will be invited to appear for a personal interview at College of the Redwoods. Expenses incurred in connection with the site interview will not be reimbursed.

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