Director, Athletic

St Louis, MO, US, 63108-3603

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area.  Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Summary

The Director of Athletics at Cardinal Ritter is responsible for providing visionary leadership, strategic planning, and oversight of all athletic programs in alignment with the school’s mission and Catholic values. This position ensures that athletics are an integral part of the student experience, promoting spiritual growth, academic excellence, sportsmanship, and physical well-being.

The Director will manage the daily operations of the athletic department, including supervising coaches, coordinating schedules, ensuring compliance with league and diocesan regulations, and fostering a Christ-centered culture in all athletic endeavors.

Job Responsibilities

Leadership & Mission Integration

  • Promote the Catholic identity and mission of the school through athletics.

  • Encourage coaches and student-athletes to model Christian values, sportsmanship, and respect on and off the field.

  • Collaborate with campus ministry and administration to integrate faith into the athletic experience.

Program Management

  • Oversee all athletic programs, including varsity, junior varsity, and middle school teams.

  • Recruit, hire, supervise, and evaluate coaching staff in alignment with school mission and professional standards.

  • Develop and manage the athletic department budget responsibly and transparently.

Operations & Compliance

  • Coordinate game and practice schedules, transportation, facilities, and officials.

  • Ensure compliance with league, diocesan, and state athletic association rules (e.g., NFHS, state interscholastic federation).

  • Maintain accurate records of team rosters, eligibility, physicals, and insurance.

Student-Athlete Support

  • Support academic performance, character development, and the overall well-being of student-athletes.

  • Collaborate with faculty and counselors to monitor academic eligibility and provide student support when needed.

Community & Outreach

  • Foster a sense of school spirit and community through athletic events.

  • Lead fundraising efforts and develop partnerships with alumni, parents, and sponsors to support athletic initiatives.

  • Serve as the public representative of the athletic program at school and community events.

Job Requirements

  • Practicing Catholic with a commitment to the mission and teachings of the Catholic Church (preferred or required depending on school policy).

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

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in athletic leadership or coaching, preferably in a Catholic or faith-based school.

  • Demonstrated leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

  • Knowledge of interscholastic sports regulations and best practices.

  • Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.  

Our Mission

We are a unique community—diverse in our talent, but unified in our drive to create together, face challenges together and grow together. Our values push us to empower, propel and inspire new ways of turning possibilities into realities. Our competencies define the behaviors that guide who we are, how we are inspired and how we inspire of others to succeed.

Benefits

Work/life balance is so important to the archdiocese. After all, our business is about making life easier and better—and we want that for you and your career just as much as our consumers and their day-to-day lives. That’s why we offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence.

As well as being able to make the most of life at home, you’ll also be able to contribute to the Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events. You can discover more about who we’re working with near you, and you can always ask us more about this at events and interviews—we love to see how passionate our people are about giving back.