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SUPPLEMENTAL ATHLETIC DIRECTOR/COORDINATOR USD 497 Details
FTE: 1.0
FISCAL YEAR: 2026-27
Due to wage and hour laws, classified staff that accept a supplemental position will be paid at an hourly rate. The stipend applies to certified staff or Rule 10 only positions. Please see Additional Pay Information below.* Supplemental Athletic Director/Coordinator (Additional Assignment-annual stipend: $7,285.00) Qualifications:
• Coaching experience (preferred)
• Current KSDE licensure required; internal certified candidates preferred
• Administrative Degree (preferred but not required)
• Must be CPR/AED Certified
Reports To: School Athletic Director School Principal Job Goal: To assist the school athletic director and administration with athletic events and programming. Performance Responsibilities:
• Assists Building Athletic Director with scheduling of athletic events for the high school programs, as necessary
• Manages athletic events and personnel assigned to those events
• Supports adherence to all rules and guidelines of KSHSAA and Lawrence Public Schools
• Assists with scheduling and handling of all athletic transportation needs for high school athletic and extracurricular events, working with the District Athletic Director's office
• Assists with social media as a means for communication and promotion of school programs and teams
• Provides supervision and attendance at high school events
Critical Skills:
• Knowledge of school organization and administration
• Ability to supervise others and develop effective working relationships with the staff, students, and community
• Knowledge and ability to utilize appropriate technology
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively both verbally and in written language
• Desire to continue career improvement
• Supports the implementation of the school improvement plan
• Supports students having access to a variety of activities that support their leadership, physical, emotional, social, and attitudinal growth
• Supports a culture of collaboration, trust, learning and high expectations for all
• Builds and sustains partnerships with families and community partners
• Maintains high standards of student conduct and enforces discipline as necessary and assures due process for students when appropriate
• Supports a safe learning environment by adhering to all crisis plans, school wide behavior plans and policies
*ADDITIONAL PAY INFORMATION: If the applicant hired is a current USD 497 certified staff member, this position will have a stipend of $7,285 for the season, paid over the teacher contract. If the applicant hired is not a current USD 497 staff member, this position will have a stipend of $7,285 for the season, paid over the season. Please note: if classified employment with the district is subsequently accepted, classified staff member pay (below) will apply for the remainder of the season. If the applicant hired is a current USD 497 classified staff member, they will be paid an hourly rate for the hours worked. Evaluation:
• Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation.
The tasks listed in this position description are subject to change at the discretion of the superintendent. The incumbent is expected to take on other duties as requested or assigned by his/her supervisor.