Athletic Director

ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
Start Date: July 1, 2026
Employment Type: Full-Time | Year-Round | Exempt
Salary Range: $45,000–$60,000 annually
Reports to: Headmaster

Chesterton Academy of Our Lady of Victory, a joyful and growing Catholic classical high school, is seeking a passionate, mission-driven leader to serve as our next Athletic Director. Reporting directly to the Headmaster, the successful candidate will provide vision, leadership, and day-to-day oversight for a robust athletic program that supports the integral and virtuous formation of our students in mind, body, and soul.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

● Leads, develops, and promotes an athletic program that is fully aligned with the mission and culture of Chesterton Academy of Our Lady of Victory.
● Supervises and supports coaches, ensuring excellence in coaching, mentorship, and Christian witness.
● Oversees scheduling, league participation, transportation, practice facility use, equipment, and uniforms.
● Ensures compliance with CHSAA, diocesan, and school policies.
● Collaborates closely with the Headmaster and faculty to integrate athletics into the broader life of the school
● Locates rental facilities for practices and games
● Manages game operations
● Communicates clearly and charitably with students, families, coaches, officials, and opposing schools
● Foster a culture of sportsmanship, discipline, and joyful competition rooted in virtue.
● Assists with program growth, including potentially new sports offerings as enrollment increases
● Along with the Director of Mission Advancement, helps to fundraise the athletic department budget
● Recruits, develops, and oversees mission-aligned coaches
● Recruits, develops, and oversees parent managers
● Manage the athletic budget and steward resources responsibly
● Estimates sports costs and sets athletic fees
● Serves as a substitute teacher as needed

Qualifications:
● Familiarity with, and commitment to, the Catholic faith and the classical education model.
● Deep understanding and appreciation of the mission and values of Chesterton Academy of Our Lady of Victory.
● Strong communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.
● Ability to strategically plan, organize, and execute athletic efforts.
● Teaching experience preferred
● Pay commensurate with experience.

Schedule:
● Full-time (40+ hours/week)
● Potential flexible schedule during July and school breaks
● Some weekend and evening events are required

Full-Time Benefits:
● Medical coverage (70% employer-paid premiums for employee and dependents)
● Health savings account with employer pre-tax contributions
● Dental coverage (100% employee-paid)
● Vision coverage (100% employee-paid)
● Life and AD&D (100% employer-paid)
● Voluntary life (100% employee-paid)
● Paid time consistent with the Colorado Healthy Families & Workplaces Act for health-related issues (up to 10 days per year)
● Paid family and medical leave consistent with Colorado FAMLI
● 403B retirement plan with pre-tax or post-tax/Roth options
● Reduced tuition for children attending OLV
● Professional development opportunities through the Chesterton Schools Network, Archdiocese of Denver Office of Catholic Schools, and partnerships with the University of Dallas, Benedictine College, and ICLE
● All expense-paid trip to the Chesterton Schools Network conference within 2 years of employment

To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to careers@ourladyofvictorydenver.com.