Athletics and Explorations Coordinator

Position Summary

The Athletics & Explorations Coordinator is a multifaceted role that bridges the gap between traditional/non-traditional sports and diverse co-curricular "exploratory" programs. This position ensures that students in grades 6–12 have a wide range of opportunities to develop physically, socially, and emotionally beyond the classroom. This role demands a dynamic and passionate individual who can seamlessly blend administrative prowess with a genuine enthusiasm for sports and explorations. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, an eye for detail, and a deep understanding of coaching, training, and program development. This position is a full year (12 months), full-time, benefits-eligible position.

NEIA employees are expected to embody NEIA's principles of empathy, equity, personalization, authentic work, and collaboration in all work activities and actions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Athletics and Explorations: Oversee the administration and implementation of both traditional/non-traditional sports and diverse co-curricular "exploratory" programs. Evaluate the effectiveness of current offerings and recommend new programs based on student interest and school mission.
• Scheduling & Operations: Establish equitable practice and game schedules for all sports, coordinating facility use to avoid academic conflicts.
• Logistics & Transportation: Coordinate team transportation and secure game officials, scorekeepers, and event staff. Coordinate all aspects of explorations.
• Budget & Procurement: Oversee the athletic/exploration budget, manage equipment and uniform inventories, and lead the procurement of new supplies.
• Student Support & Compliance/Safety: Coordinate league application process for NEIA. Ensure all programs meet state and league regulations.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Deep understanding of coaching, training, and program development.
• Ability to blend administrative prowess with enthusiasm for sports and explorations.
• Experience in athletics and explorations, preferably in an educational setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.