Athletic Director/Dean of Students

Athletic Director / Dean Of Students

Nestled in beautiful Leelanau County, Glen Lake Community Schools offers a close-knit, supportive community environment with countless energy and opportunities. We pride ourselves on operating like a small school while providing opportunities usually reserved for larger districts. Our student-athletes regularly achieve high-level championship success, and our culture balances high competitive standards with character, leadership, and personal growth.

Glen Lake Community Schools is seeking a dynamic, highly visible, and organized leader to serve as our Athletic Director / Dean of Students for grades 612. This dual-role position combines visionary athletic leadership with student culture and behavior management. You will oversee all middle and high school interscholastic sports while cultivating a positive, accountable, and supportive school climate for all students.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership, oversight, and operational support for all 612 athletic programs.
• Represent Glen Lake Community Schools by actively attending all league, conference, regional, state (MHSAA), and athletic director association (MIAAA/NIAAA) meetings and professional conferences.
• Maintain our high standard of athletic competitiveness while promoting sportsmanship, integrity, and student safety.
• Recruit, hire, evaluate, and mentor dedicated coaching staff.
• Manage scheduling, event logistics, officiating, transportation, and facilities for all home and away athletic events.
• Administer athletic budgets, equipment procurement, and facility maintenance in coordination with administration.
• Ensure full compliance with all Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) rules and district policies.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and positive culture across grades 612 using restorative practices and clear expectations.
• Administer student discipline with fairness, consistency, and a focus on personal responsibility and growth.
• Partner with teachers, counselors, and parents to support student academic, behavioral, and emotional needs.
• Track attendance and behavioral trends, implementing proactive interventions when necessary.
• Assist building principals with daily school operations, supervision, and safety procedures.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree required (Master's in Educational Leadership, Athletic Administration, or related field preferred).
• Experience: Teaching, athletic administration, coaching, or school leadership experience at the secondary level (grades 612).
• Certification: Valid Michigan Teaching or Administrative License preferred (or eligibility for certification).
• Skills: Strong organizational and logistics capabilities; outstanding communication and conflict-resolution skills; deep passion for both high-level athletics and student development.

Compensation & Work Schedule

• Schedule: 220 Work Days (annual contract covering the school year plus designated summer preparation days).
• Salary Range: Regionally competitive salary, commensurate with experience with consideration for starting placement based on relevant leadership, administrative, and coaching experience.
• Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS) contribution; paid leave and professional development/conference support.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and copies of relevant credentials/certifications to:

Glen Lake Community Schools Attn: Human Resources / Administration 3375 W. Burdickville Road Maple City, MI 49664 Email Submissions: [email protected] Glen Lake Community Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.