BOARD OF EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202

RECRUITMENT BULLETIN RB #20-160
DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS 
(PROBATIONARY IN A TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT)
JANUARY 15, 2021

NOTICE OF POSITION

POSITION: The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Kriner Cash, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of:
 

DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS

(PROBATIONARY IN A TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT)

APPLICATION: Candidates interested in applying must complete an online application on the district web site at www.buffaloschools.org. Click the “APPLY” button at the bottom of this page to start your application. Once the form is completed, click the “SUBMIT” button.
 

DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC INTERVIEWS MAY BE CONDUCTED UTILIZING VIDEO CONFERENCING.

Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. If you do not receive a confirmation email, we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email.

QUALIFICATIONS:   Candidates must have a Master’s degree, a permanent teaching certificate in Physical Education and Health and a New York State School District Administrator (SDA) or a School District Leader (SDL) certificate.  It is required that candidates must attach a PDF or a screen shot of  their certifications.

EXPERIENCE:       Candidates must have completed five years of approved and appropriate teaching and/or administrative experience, at least one year of which must have been at an administrative or supervisory level.

DUTIES:                     Under the supervision of the Superintendent, the Director of Athletics will:

·         Evaluate, implement and lead the school district extra-curricular Athletic programs;

·         Develop athletic program policies and maintain a Buffalo Public School Athletics handbook;

·         Prepare and manage a budget including coaching staff salaries/stipends, team travel, equipment purchases and maintenance, facility upkeep,   insurance, sponsorships and revenue generation;

·         Sources and manages all athletic service, supplier and vendor contracts, in coordination with appropriate School District departments;

·         Manages athletic equipment inventories;

·         Hires, assigns and supervises coaching staff including performance management and annual performance evaluations;

·         Manages staff disciplinary issues;

·         Supports coaches and principal in problems with student athlete discipline;

·         Provides input into contract negotiation regarding the Athletic coach positions and working conditions;

·         Ensures maintenance of insurance policies in conjunction with appropriate School District departments;

·         Schedules and oversees all varsity, junior varsity and intramural athletic events, including transportation arrangements;

·         Leads School district participation in all regional, state and national tournaments and competitions;

·         Develops and manages extra-curricular athletic activities/programs that run during the summer months;

·         Plans and executes Athletic award programs;

·         Attends home and away games;

·         Arranges for ticket sellers, concession, security and other parties for all home games;

·         Advertises and arranges for local media coverage for all home games and partners with the School District’s Community Relations Department;

·         Develops and maintains a presence on the Buffalo Public School web site;

·         Ensures student athletes meet New York State and Section VI eligibility requirements;

·         Ensures all applicable student release/permission and/or required physicals are up to date;

·         Supports student athletes and parents in response to college/university scouting activities;

·         Performs related duties as required.

APPOINTMENT:       Appointment will be made by the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, credentials and evaluation of service.  Personal interviews shall be scheduled where appropriate.

SALARY:                  By contractual agreement

FUNDING:                 Pending 
 

FINAL DATE

FOR FILING:            JANUARY 29, 2021

                                                                                                                                                         DR. CASH KRINER

                                                                                                                                                         SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS