Job Description:
POSITION PURPOSE/SUMMARY 
The Activities Coordinator will work to provide each enrolled student of secondary school age the opportunity to participate in activity programs that will foster physical skills, a sense of worth and competence, knowledge and understanding of the pleasures of sports, and the principles of fair play. Fort Zumwalt Activities Coordinators are expected to operate under three sets of rules and regulations with each supplementing the other. They are the M.S.H.S.A.A. Handbook, Gateway Athletic Conference Guidelines, and the Policies of the Fort Zumwalt School District. 
 
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS 
The Activities Coordinator shall have a valid Missouri teacher certification and at least five years of successful experience as a head coach or three years as an activities coordinator or athletic director. A master’s degree with coursework in the organization and administration of athletic and physical education programs is preferred. 
 
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Be knowledgeable of and follow the M.S.H.S.A.A. Handbook, Gateway Athletic Conference Guidelines, and the policies of the Fort Zumwalt School District. 
2. Be knowledgeable of the M.S.H.S.A.A. Eligibility Standards, Interscholastic Rules and regulations, rules governing use of Freshman for J.V. or Varsity Competition.
3. Provide each head coach with a copy of the M.S.H.S.A. A. Handbook and a copy of the current rule book for their respective sport. 
4. Notify coaches of the annual State rules Interpretation Meeting for their respective sport. 
5. Schedule all high school district athletic contests in the various sports with the help of the head coaches according to M.S.H.S.A.A. and conference rules and regulations. 
6. Provide for the supervision and leadership of athletic activities and scheduled Individual Coaches Conferences.
7. Be responsible for completing M.S.H.S.A.A. eligibility forms for all high school sports. 
8. Arrange for student-athlete physical exams at group rates prior to the beginning of each school year.
9. Maintain an active file of M.S.H.S.A.A. Participation Certificate- Physician/Parent/Student forms for all athletic participants. 
10. Assist with the supervision, preparation, and administration of the athletic program budget .
11. See that current inventories are provided for all athletic activities. 
12. Assist in the preparation of annual equipment bids and the selection of successful bidders. 
13. Supervise the cleaning, storage, and care of all athletic equipment. 
14. Provide for the game administration of athletic contests and to distribute appropriate checklists, instructions to faculty helpers, etc
15. Make arrangements for meals and travel for athletic teams. 
16. Request payment for entry fees for athletic teams, game personnel, and athletic officials.
17. Initiate requests for athletic transportation for athletic events.
18. Initiate work order requests for outdoor athletic facilities that require special preparation.
19. Work with Booster Club and other organizations for the betterment of the total athletic program.
20. Inform and make recommendations concerning athletics to the principal. 
21. Provide leadership in developing the athletic philosophy of the school district. 
22. Prepare the End-of-Year Activity Coordinator Report for Assistant Superintendent of Personnel.
23. Coordinate in cooperation with the building principal the replacement schedule of uniforms
24. Conduct an organizational meeting with all student organization sponsors prior to the beginning of the school year
25. Coordinate the fundraising activities of all student organizations in cooperation with the building principal.
26. Coordinate facility usage for club and organization activities.
27. Coordinate requests for transportation for club and organization trips. 
28. Coordinate club and organization assemblies to include preparing an agenda and ensuring that all of the physical needs are arranged properly. 
29. Approve news releases pertaining to athletic programs, clubs and organizations
30. Plan and supervise an annual recognition program for athletes, clubs and organizations as appropriate.
31. Jointly coordinate the summer sports camp programs, involving the same sports, between high schools.
32. Prepare the first draft of each Formal Coach Evaluation form and participate in the formal evaluation conference. 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee.