Senior Manager of Athletics

Join a dedicated team that fosters autonomy and creativity, while receiving a competitive salary, opportunities for career and personal growth, and the gratification that comes from creating positive multi-generational change.

Ednovate Background

Ednovate launched its first school in 2012. Since then, we’ve grown to eight schools and are on a trajectory to reach 11 schools in just the next few years (you can read more about our schools here). Ednovate is committed to serving areas where students traditionally lack access to a quality college-prep education by building tuition-free, safe, high-performing public schools driven to create positive multi-generational change.

We are made up of world travelers, nacho connoisseurs, KPOP business owners, and Beyonce fans. We love LA and OC, and we're our students' biggest cheerleaders. We are looking to hire innovative changemakers who aim to continue our goal of becoming the high school experts across Southern California. Sound like you? Keep reading.

Position Overview

The Senior Manager of Athletics will be responsible for developing, overseeing, and expanding a comprehensive athletics program across all Ednovate schools, ensuring schools have access to high-quality athletic programming and facilities and working towards full California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) membership compliance. Additionally, the Senior Manager will oversee league development, student-athlete success, and coach training and oversight, ensuring Ednovate’s athletics program fosters teamwork, discipline, excellence and sportsmanship. This role is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background in athletics who possesses strong organizational and relationship-building skills and is looking to create positive multigenerational change in a collaborative, results-oriented environment. This is a full-time, exempt role reporting to the Director of Academics.

What You'll Do

• Develop a network-wide high quality athletics program. Develop and drive the implementation of a comprehensive athletics program across all Ednovate schools, ensuring students have access to structured and competitive sports offerings. Support schools in achieving and maintaining CIF membership, oversee the Ednovate Sports League, and manage scheduling, facilities, officials, and safety protocols. Secure equitable access to athletic spaces and implement policies that promote fair play, equity, and student safety. Train and support athletic directors and coaches, providing professional development, compliance oversight, and best practices.

• Drive a holistic and equitable student-athlete experience. Ensure student-athletes receive academic and character development support. Develop programming that expands equitable opportunities, including girls’ sports, special needs athletics, and emerging sports. Oversee student leadership programs to foster teamwork, discipline, and resilience.

• Lead strategic planning for the athletics program and growth. Develop a growth plan, identify areas for improvement, and secure funding, sponsorships, and scholarships. Collaborate with school leaders and community partners to ensure Ednovate’s programs remain competitive and innovative.

• Collaborate with community organizations. Collaborate with Director of Community Schools, Community Schools Coordinators and Family Engagement Coordinators to ensure student-athletes have access to wraparound services, including academic support, mental health resources, and nutrition programs.

• Manage budget and compliance. Oversee financial planning, ensure compliance with CIF policies and state regulations, and develop risk management procedures to uphold the highest safety standards for student-athletes.

Who You'll Be

• Mission-driven professional passionate about increasing college attainment for historically under-represented students

• Social justice champion committed to promoting educational opportunity for all students and families

• Entrepreneurial spirit who thrives in a workplace characterized by autonomy, flexibility, transparency and accountability

• Collaborative team player who works well with others from diverse backgrounds, uplifts and celebrates our teammates and engages in healthy debate and feedback to get the best results for students and families

• Resourceful, persistent learner with a growth mindset, constantly seeking to “find a way or make one” to master your craft and improve results.

We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree, required; Master’s degree in sports management, education, or related field, preferred

• 5+ years of experience in athletics administration, coaching, or school leadership, strongly preferred

• Comprehensive knowledge of CIF policies and high school athletics regulations, preferred

• Experience developing and scaling athletic programs across multiple schools or organizations, preferred

• Budget management experience and familiarity with securing funding and sponsorships for school sports programs, preferred

We're Committed To Giving You

• A competitive and transparent salary ($80,000 - $125,000, depending on background and experience). NOTE: 2025-2026 salaries will be updated in March 2025.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage - including a fully-paid medical and dental option for employees and their families - and flexible spending account options

• Paid family leave, short-term disability and life insurance benefits

• Fitness and entertainment discounts

• Generous paid time off and holidays

• 403b retirement savings plan, with company match

• A place to grow, learn and be a part of the Ednovate family

We Believe in Inclusion

We aim to intentionally develop a schoolwide culture in which every student and teammate feels a sense of belonging. Ednovate does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

We know applying for a new job can be daunting, and studies have shown that individuals from historically underrepresented communities may only apply to roles when they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage all interested candidates to apply. You may be just the person we need! If you have any questions about your application or interview process, do not hesitate to email hiring@ednovate.org. We are here to help.