Athletic Director Jobs

An Athletic Director for the School Administration industry is responsible for overseeing the athletic programs of a school. They manage budgets, hire and supervise coaching staff, schedule games and practices, ensure compliance with school and athletic policies, and develop athletic programs that align with the school's mission and vision. They also handle facility management and often serve as a liaison between the school, coaching staff, parents, and the community. They may also be involved in fundraising activities for the athletic department.

Important skills for an Athletic Director include strong leadership, communication, and managerial skills, along with a deep understanding of sports and sports management. They should be adept at problem-solving, decision-making, and organizing and managing events. Prior experience in coaching, teaching, or sports administration is often required. Some may have certifications or degrees in Sports Management or Physical Education. Prior job roles may include Athletic Coach, Physical Education Teacher, or Sports Program Coordinator. These roles provide the experience and knowledge necessary to manage the overall athletic programs of a school.

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Honolulu, Kaiser High School, Associate School Athletic Director, 606354

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 12 hours ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 12 hours ago

Serves as Acting School Athletic Director in the absence of the School Athletic Director. Performs other related duties as required or assigned by the School Athletic Director or Principal....

Assistant Athletic Director for NCAA Compliance

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 16 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 16 hours ago

Assistant Athletic Director for NCAA Compliance Maryville University of Saint Louis in St....

Assistant Athletic Director - Paso Verde School

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 17 hours ago

Assistant Athletic Director - Paso Verde School Requirements / Qualifications The following Coach positions are available: Assistant Athletic Director Coach must have: 2 years of coaching or playing...

High Athletic Director - Riddle School District

  • Riddle, OR
  • 17 hours ago
  • Riddle, OR
  • 17 hours ago

High Athletic Director - Riddle School District Major Responsibilities: Agreeing to, signing-off, and enforcement with all aspects of the Coaches Manual....

Job Listing ID: 4330002 Job Title: Associate Athletic Director and Director of Academics for Student-Athletes - P09349UF Application Deadline: 09/03/2025Job Location: Corvallis Date Posted: 08/14/2025Hours...

PE Teacher (.6 FTE) / Athletic Director (.4 FTE) - Jesse Bethel High School - 2025-2026 About the Employer Mission/ Vision: We believe highly qualified teachers and top performing support staff are...

Director, Athletics Communication - Coral Gables

  • Cape Coral, FL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Cape Coral, FL
  • 17 hours ago

All other duties as assigned by the Associate Athletic Director for Communications....

Assistant Director, Athletic Communications

  • Houston, TX
  • 21 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 21 hours ago

About Rice: Boasting a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas, Rice University is ranked among the nation's top 20 universities by U.S. News & World Report. Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate...

Athletic Director

  • Gladstone, MO
  • 21 hours ago
  • Gladstone, MO
  • 21 hours ago

Description Report to Dean of Spurgeon College Department Athletics - Spurgeon College - Academics FLSA Status Salary Exempt JOB PURPOSE The Athletic Director (AD) serves as the chief administrator...

Assistant Director, Athletics Digital Media

  • Memphis, TN
  • 21 hours ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 21 hours ago

Posting Number SAECC4309 Advertised Title Assistant Director, Athletics Digital Media Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN) Position Number 022518 Category Staff (Hourly/Monthly) Department...

Assistant/Associate Athletic Director of Marketing

  • Arlington, TX
  • 21 hours ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 21 hours ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities For Assistant Athletic Director Manage day-to-day operations of marketing and ticketing under the guidance of senior leadership....

Director of Athletics, Ohio University

  • Athens, OH
  • 22 hours ago
  • Athens, OH
  • 22 hours ago

Business Title Director of Athletics, Ohio University Applications Accepted From Public: Open to the Public Special Instructions to Applicants Ohio University invites letters of nomination,...

Assistant Athletic Director for Academic Services

  • Kent, OH
  • 22 hours ago
  • Kent, OH
  • 22 hours ago

Job Title: Assistant Athletic Director Physical Location: Kent Campus - Kent, OH Salary: Salary commensurate with background and qualifications....

Job Description: The Assistant Athletic Director, Game Day Operations & Facility Management is a central member of the Athletic Department's administration and will report directly to the College's...

SY 25-26 Athletic Director

  • Chicago, IL
  • 22 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 22 hours ago

(Equipment, budgeting, transportation, upgrades to venues, technology) Evaluates the extra-curricular athletic programs and engages in long-term planning....

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Salary for Athletic Director Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSchoolAdministrators research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Athletic Director positions.



Highest Education Level

Athletic Directors offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.3%
Master's Degree
39.1%
Doctorate Degree
7.1%
Associate's Degree
2.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.3%
High School or GED
0.9%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Athletic Directors
2-4 years
38.4%
4-6 years
33.8%
1-2 years
11.7%
Less than 1 year
6.6%
8-10 years
4.7%
6-8 years
4.6%
10+ years
0.1%