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Malden Catholic Director of Athletics
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About Malden Catholic. Malden Catholic is a Xaverian Brothers sponsored, Catholic, college preparatory, coeducational school serving students in grades 7 through 12, located just outside of Boston in Malden, Massachusetts. Founded in 1932, the school is known for its distinctive co-divisional model, strong relationships, and commitment to forming young men and women of faith, integrity, and purpose. With approximately 1,040 students and significant recent growth, Malden Catholic is a vibrant community with a forward-looking mindset.

With 95% of students participating in athletics and co curricular activities, the program plays a significant role in shaping school culture and community engagement. The athletic department continues to grow, supported by a committed coaching staff and significant recent investment in facilities and resources. Most notably, Malden Catholic recently completed a $45 million capital campaign, including $15 million dedicated to new athletic facilities such as a 30,000 sq ft indoor turf field and a 3,000 sq ft weight room.

The Director of Athletics reports directly to the President and will have the opportunity to build upon this strong foundation while advancing a mission-centered and highly competitive athletic program.

Position Overview. Malden Catholic seeks a strategic, mission-driven Director of Athletics to lead a comprehensive and rapidly growing athletic program. This senior leadership role oversees all aspects of athletics across grades 7 through 12, including staffing, scheduling, compliance, facilities, and program development. The Director will play a central role in shaping student experience, strengthening program alignment, and guiding the continued evolution of athletics at Malden Catholic.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the athletic program, including personnel, operations, and logistics
• Supervise and evaluate coaches and athletic staff
• Develop schedules for varsity, junior varsity, freshman, and middle school teams
• Ensure compliance with MIAA, league, and school regulations
• Manage facilities, equipment, and game day operations
• Develop and manage the athletic budget
• Collaborate with school leadership on planning, policy, and strategic initiatives
• Support admissions, marketing, and community engagement efforts
• Develop and oversee intramural and summer athletic programs
• Manage athletics social media accounts and team-specific accounts

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Commitment to supporting and promoting the Catholic mission of the school
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
• Coaching experience preferred
• Broad knowledge of athletics and student development
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and build a cohesive team
• Ability to balance strategic vision with hands on leadership
• Experience working in a dynamic and growing school environment

Application Process & Timeline

• Application Timeline: Rolling
• Opportunity Statement
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• Attend training and learn how to use ArbiterGame Resources, the scheduling platform used by the MIAA.
• Assist and support the inventory of athletic equipment and supplies.
• Manage budget tracking (records, receipts, concessions, etc.).
• Organize and support special athletic events such as homecoming or the athletic hall of fame dinner.
• Serve as coordinator for special student athletic events such as Senior Nights, Class Reunion, and Senior Week.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews for coaching positions.
• Create and share athletic team rosters (internally and externally)
• Serve as the liaison and primary point of contact for the Athletic Office.
• Manage and coordinate the Athletic Director’s calendar, including scheduling appointments, meetings, and athletic events.
• Assist in maintaining an efficient and well-organized daily and seasonal schedule.
• Coordinate all aspects of Athletic Department meetings and events, including logistics and communication.
• Communicate effectively on a daily basis with coaches, administrators, staff, and external vendors.
• Coordinate transportation for all athletic teams for away games and events.
• Create and maintain comprehensive filing systems to support efficient office operations.
• Prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and follow up on assignments with minimal supervision.
• Answer and screen calls; relay pertinent information and respond to inquiries in a professional manner.
• Provide administrative support to the Athletic Director and other Athletic Department personnel.
• Assist with and attend school and athletic events as needed to represent the Athletic Office.
• Review, process, and reconcile expense reports to ensure timely reimbursement.
• Evaluate existing procedures and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Manage incoming mail and respond independently when appropriate, exercising discretion and sound judgment.
• Collaborate with Facilities and colleagues to maintain a professional and organized work environment.

• High school diploma required; additional education preferred.
• Have a demonstrated ability to pay attention to detail and to accurately collect and enter data. 
• Prior experience in administrative or office support required; experience in a school setting preferred.
• Experience supporting an Athletic Department is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), internet applications, and social media platforms.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while building strong collaborative relationships across teams.
• Ability to be flexible to manage daily responsibilities while handling unexpected student needs. Administrative
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a high level of professionalism.
• Ability to foster a positive and motivating work environment.
• Highly self-motivated with strong attention to detail and deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Willingness to support Catholic mission of the School.
• Content Area Competency and Excellence
• Classroom Management Skills
• Verbal Communication & Presentation Skills
• Self-Motivation, Flexibility and Ability to Motivate Students

• Teaches 5 periods, courses as assigned.
• Models the Catholic values of the School.
• Inspires, promotes, and nurtures the secondary level education of students by planning and tailoring courses of study; monitoring, assisting with, and assessing academic efforts.
• Provides a safe classroom environment conducive to learning and attentive to varied learning styles.
• Keeps parents informed of student progress.

• Willingness to support Catholic mission of the School.
• Content Area Competency and Excellence
• Classroom Management Skills
• Verbal Communication & Presentation Skills
• Self-Motivation, Flexibility, and Ability to Motivate Students
• Candidate should be a practicing Catholic and should have a joyful willingness to support and model the Catholic mission of the school
• Ability to Motivate Students, Flexibility; an understanding of the pastoral role of campus ministers in the high school setting; the ability to engage and inspire all students along their faith journey

• Teaches 5 periods, courses as assigned.
• Models the Catholic values of the School.
• Inspires, promotes, and nurtures the secondary level education of students by planning and tailoring courses of study; monitoring, assisting with, and assessing academic efforts.
• Provides a safe classroom environment conducive to learning and attentive to varied learning styles.
• Keeps parents informed of student progress.

• Willingness to support Catholic mission of the School. 
• Content Area Competency and Excellence
• Classroom Management Skills
• Verbal Communication & Presentation Skills
• Self-Motivation, Flexibility, and Ability to Motivate Students

• Teaches 5 periods, courses as assigned.
• Models the Catholic values of the School.
• Inspires, promotes, and nurtures the secondary level education of students by planning and tailoring courses of study; monitoring, assisting with, and assessing academic efforts.
• Provides a safe classroom environment conducive to learning and attentive to varied learning styles. 
• Keeps parents informed of student progress.