MS/HS Athletic Director

The Hillsboro School District is seeking an Athletic Director for the 2026-2027 school year. The MS/HS Athletic Director will foster a positive, safe environment that is conducive to best meeting the needs of all students, staff, and families.

Core responsibilities include:

• leading, directing, counseling, and supervising a variety of personnel and programs

• creating effective parent, teacher, and student communications

• supporting, encouraging, mentoring, and evaluating the coaching staff

• fostering teamwork among teachers, coaching staff, and families.

The ideal candidate will have strong decision-making, analytical, organizational, and instructional leadership skills. This position works with a committed team focused on student growth, success, and well-being, and offers a unique opportunity to positively impact students and the larger community.

Primary Purpose

The Athletic Director is responsible for leadership, management, and overall operation of the middle/high school''s interscholastic athletic and co-curricular sports programs. This role ensures compliance with Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) rules, district policies, and Title IX requirements, while providing a safe, equitable, and positive environment for student-athletes, coaches, families, and community stakeholders.

Reports To

• High School Principal

• District Administrator (as assigned)

Supervises

• Coaches and activity advisors

• Athletic department staff

• Event personnel and volunteers

AD Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Program Leadership & Administration

• Coaching Staff Oversight

• Compliance, Eligibility & Policy

• Scheduling & Operations

• Budget & Resource Management

• Communication & Community Engagement

• Student-Athlete Welfare

• Other duties as assigned by the Principal or District Administrator

QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATION

Education

• Bachelor's degree required

Licensure

• Valid Wisconsin Administrative License - typically Principal (#51) or an equivalent administrative credential issued by Wisconsin DPI preferred, but not required.

Experience & Skills

• Successful classroom teaching experience (5+ years or more) preferred

• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, families, and community partners

• Experience in athletic administration and/or coaching at the high school level

• Knowledge of WIAA rules and competitive athletic programming

• Budgeting and financial management experience

Typical Work Context

• Full-time, school calendar year position

• Work includes time in offices, school events, and community meetings

• Evenings, weekends, and travel are required for athletic events and meetings