Acting Athletic Director (0.5FTE) (11/1/2026 - 6/30/2027)

Position Purpose

Under the general High School Principal, to manage and coordinate the school district athletic activities and sports programs to promote athletics and physical fitness as positive extra-curricular activities, and to ensure that all students have an equal opportunity to participate and share in the benefits of the district's athletic programs

Essential Functions

• Supervises the Windsor Public Schools athletic programs in coordination with the Principal, Superintendent and others, including recommending policies and procedures relating to the athletic programs.
• Analyzes and evaluates existing athletic programs and equipment for the purpose of ensuring that they serve the best interest of the district and the students who participate, meet applicable laws and regulations, ensure safety of participants, and .
• Assists in the recruitment, selection, supervision and evaluation of all coaches.
• Serves as a consultant to administration, teaching staff, coaches and students on matters pertaining to the athletic programs.
• Analyzes student participation and develops procedures to ensure that the maximum number of students have the opportunity to participate in athletic activities and that the programs do not discriminate against female or minority students.
• Supervises the district's athletic facilities, oversees the scheduling and coordinating of practices and athletic events, and disseminates information as needed regarding the times and places athletic events.
• Supervises and coordinates the district budget and finances for all sports programs and sporting events, including inventory and control of uniforms, supplies and equipment.
• Serves as the school district representative and liaison to interscholastic league, the C.I.A.C., Booster Club and other sports-related group as needed.
• Assists in ensuring that all applicable laws and regulations relating to athletics are applied and followed, including Title IX and other federal laws and regulations, state laws and regulations, and C.I.A.C. rules and regulations.
• Coordinates the transportation schedule and provides for safe and cost-effective transportation for off-site athletic or sporting events.
• Assists in establishing and administering a program for passes for members of the community for athletic and related events.
• Coordinates the selection and compensation of sports officials/referees for on-site events, and represents the district for the purpose of securing the highest possible quality of officiating.
• Addressing parent and student concerns and resolving athletic-related issues.
• Managing athletic scheduling, staffing, and communications.
• Overseeing pay to play program, financial assistance request management and advising the superintendent and high school principal on related athletic administrative regulations.
• Overseeing athletic facilities, fields, equipment, uniforms, and supplies.
• Establishes criteria for awards relating to participation and demonstrating excellence in school district athletic programs, including eligibility requirements.
• Creates materials to publicize athletic and sporting events, both in printed and electronic formats, for the purpose of disseminating information and fostering enhanced awareness among students, staff, and the community in recognizing and supporting the school's athletic programs and attending events.
• Maintains professional relationship with media sources for the purpose of providing information regarding schedules, postponements or cancellations, sporting event statistics, records, and other relevant information.
• Coordinates with others for the purpose of scheduling ancillary activities that occur prior to, during, and after sporting events, such as musical programs, press boxes, scorers tables, half-time programs, police coverage, ticket sales, availability of on-site medical care, concessions, custodial services, and other related activities.
• Coordinates the taking of physical examinations of participants in athletics.
• Handles all accidents and injuries in accordance with school policies, and applicable laws and regulations, including reporting and documentation requirements.
• Maintains records and documents as required and necessary to ensure proper documentation of athletic program activities, events, participation, and related information for the purpose of complying with school policies as well as applicable laws and regulations.

Additional Duties

• Attend home games, be available for all afterschool athletic activities, be part of the district leadership team and attend all related meetings.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the High School Principal or Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

• Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier and fax machines, calculator and telephone.
• Uses equipment and supplies related to sports, athletics, and physical fitness.

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard office and school building environments.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of athletics, athletic programs, and physical fitness.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding school district athletic programs, safety and health, and other areas under responsibility.
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
• Ability to evaluate, develop and implement athletic programs, activities and events, and make effective recommendations related to those areas.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications Profile

Certification/License:

• Connecticut State Certification in related area
• Intermediate Supervisor and Administrator (#092) required.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education:

• Bachelor's and Masters Degree from an accredited college or university in related field.

Experience:

• Successful experience managing or directing the athletic programs or a school district preferred.
• Successful Supervisory experience preferred.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Date: Nov 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027

Salary & Benefits

In accordance with the Windsor School Administrators' and Supervisors' Association (WSASA) and the Windsor Board of Education's collective bargaining agreement, the salary range for WSASA positions for academic year 2026-2027 is $115,182 to $188,844, depending on the position as described in the WSASA contract. This position includes paid sick days which may accumulate year to year to a maximum total, as well as six (6) personal days which may not accumulate. WSASA members may participate in a voluntary sick bank. Please see collective bargaining agreement for more detail regarding all available types of leave provided. All staff in WSASA positions may choose to enroll in full-time benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as several optional retirement account options, Long Term Disability, and more. WSASA members contribute to CT TRB.

Windsor Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Windsor Public Schools are committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. Windsor Public Schools do not discriminate in any employment practice, education program or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal non-discrimination laws. Windsor Public Schools shall not deny access to or a fair opportunity to meet, or otherwise discriminate, against any youth group listed as a patriotic society in Title 36 of the United States Code that wishes to conduct a meeting using school facilities pursuant to Board of Education policy. Windsor Public Schools do not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction. District Title IX Coordinator: Danielle Batchelder, Chief of Operations / 601 Matianuck Avenue, Windsor, CT 06095, 860-687-2000. District 504 Coordinator: Mary Cristofaro, Director of Pupil & Special Education Services / 601 Matianuck Avenue, Windsor, CT 06095, 860-687-2000.