Vandebilt Catholic High School Athletic Director

POSITION SUMMARY

Vandebilt Catholic High School, a diocesan coeducational institution serving grades 8–12, seeks a faith-filled, experienced, and mission-driven Athletic Director. This individual will oversee all aspects of the school’s athletic programs, ensuring they reflect the mission of Vandebilt Catholic and the teachings of the Catholic Church. The Athletic Director will lead the development of student-athletes in mind, body, and spirit while ensuring excellence, compliance, and integrity in all athletic endeavors under the guidelines of the Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA).

KEY RESPONSIBILITES

• Provide visionary leadership and oversight of all athletic programs in alignment with the Catholic

mission of Vandebilt Catholic High School.

• Hire, supervise, evaluate, and support all coaching staff, ensuring programs promote

sportsmanship, academic achievement, and spiritual development.

• Ensure all athletic programs are compliant with LHSAA regulations and Diocesan policies.

• Develop and manage the athletic department budget, including oversight of equipment, uniforms,

facilities, and transportation.

• Oversee the scheduling of practices, games, officials, and team travel logistics.

• Oversee maintenance athletic facilities in collaboration with school administration and facilities

personnel.

• Lead initiatives that foster community engagement and support for athletics, including booster

• involvement and fundraising.

• Promote a safe, inclusive, and disciplined environment consistent with Catholic values and the

expectations of the school.

• Actively participate in the spiritual and faith life of the school community.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Education, Sports Management, or related field preferred.

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in athletic administration, coaching, or related leadership roles.

• Demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education, as well as knowledge of (or

passion for learning) the Charism of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart.

• Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

• Working knowledge of LHSAA rules and regulations.

• Practicing Catholic preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Includes evening and weekend work to support athletic events.

• Occasional travel required for competitions.

• Role requires visibility and active involvement in the life of the school and parish community.

SALARY

Commensurate with qualifications and experience

For Consideration, please include:

Submit a cover letter, resume and completed application online. 

Applications are now being accepted until the position is filled.

The Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not

discriminate against applicants or employees by reason of race, color, religion*, sex,

national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis

prohibited by applicable law.

*The Diocese, in its sole discretion, reserves the right to require “practicing Catholic”

to be a qualification for a position.

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