The Associate Athletic Director - Student-Athlete Success & Performance supports the holistic development of Menlo student-athletes by integrating physical performance, mental wellness, sports psychology, character development and academic success into a coordinated athletics experience. Reporting to the Director of Athletics, this role provides leadership for performance programming, wellness initiatives, and college recruiting support while overseeing key staff and operational systems that contribute to student-athlete growth.

This is a full-time, in-person role that requires some evening and weekend attendance at various athletic competitions and school events throughout the year.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead and strengthen programs that promote student-athlete performance, recovery, and long-term development.
• Provide performance psychology strategies for 6th grade through 12th grade student-athletes building mental toughness, emotional regulation, and resilience to maximize potential.
• Teach leadership skills and character development to the Knights Leadership Council and guide the coaching staff to optimize character development.
• Partner with coaches, trainers, and school colleagues to align physical performance, wellness, and academic support for student-athletes.
• Support recruitment advocacy for student-athletes, including both incoming students and those pursuing collegiate athletics opportunities.
• Oversee, support and supervise performance staff, training staff, and the College Recruiting Coordinator.
• Help establish and monitor performance benchmarks related to strength, conditioning, recovery, and injury prevention.
• Contribute to systems and processes that improve student-athlete safety, readiness, and overall athletics operations.

Minimum Requirements:

• A minimum of 5 years of leadership experience working in athletics, sports performance, student wellness, or a related educational setting.
• A Master's or Doctorate in counseling or sports performance psychology.
• Preference for current or pending Certified Mental Performance Consultant certification under the Association of Applied Sport Psychology.
• Demonstrated ability to support student-athletes in a holistic way, including physical, emotional, and academic dimensions.
• Genuine enthusiasm for working with student-athletes and a deep commitment to fostering a joyful, values-based athletics environment that prioritizes character, participation, and growth.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to manage multiple staff members and cross-functional priorities.
• Knowledge of athlete development, injury prevention, recovery practices, and performance programming.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with coaches, trainers, administrators, students, and families.
• Strong organizational and operational skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives at once.
• Experience with Google Workspace, scheduling and project management platforms, Team Snap, and website CMS management platforms.

MENLO SCHOOL ATHLETICS VALUES: LIFE LESSONS THROUGH SPORT

Pursue Excellence

• Embrace and celebrate competitive excellence while taking responsibility for meeting the highest standards in both academics and athletics.
• Develop a growth mindset, build resiliency, and commit to continual improvement.
• Find joy in the process.

Celebrate Team

• Develop a sense of commitment to purposes larger than yourself.
• Cherish the legacy you’re inheriting and recognize that it is a privilege to play sport at Menlo School.
• Recognize that everyone on the team is valuable, and treat them accordingly.

Honor the Game

• Perform as ethical, responsible, and engaged members of ever-wider communities.
• Celebrate and honor your team, officials, opponents, school, fans and sport.
• Strive to compete at your highest level possible.

Uphold Strong Values

• Exhibit courage, appreciate inclusiveness and diversity, and commit to moral behavior.
• Act with integrity.
• Lead responsibly, with humility, honor, fairness, honesty, virtue, and character.

We offer:

• An exceptional work environment and caring community
• Highly competitive salary
• A comprehensive benefits package, including generous contributions to a retirement plan for eligible employees and their families. Learn more here.

To be considered for this position, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience through our application portal.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest and will reach out only to those most closely aligned with the position's needs.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

We look forward to hearing from you!

About us:

Menlo School is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory school for students in grades six through twelve. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley and founded in 1915, the School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and is a member of the National and California Associations of Independent Schools.

Menlo is dedicated to providing a joyful, transformative education that empowers students to explore broadly, think critically, act responsibly, and navigate the complexities of an evolving world. Our relevant and engaging academic program—complemented by outstanding arts and athletics—sparks wonder, fosters a love of learning, and inspires students to reach their full potential as they grow in competence, confidence, and curiosity. Student care and the supportive relationships students build with teachers, coaches, and peers are at the heart of all we do as we uphold the highest ethical standards, develop character, and pursue a shared commitment to purposes larger than ourselves.

At Menlo, belonging is essential to who we are as a school. We embrace the growth and well-being of every member of our community by cultivating a culture rooted in kindness, trust, and belonging—one where everyone feels welcomed, included, and valued, and where our diverse backgrounds, identities, and ideas are honored with curiosity, care, and compassion.

Learn more about the Menlo School here.

Our equal opportunity employment policy:

Menlo School is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants. We administer all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or domestic partnership status, disability, protected veteran status or military status, genetic information, or any other category protected under applicable law.

Pay range:

In the spirit of pay transparency, we share the base salary range for this position for the 2026-2027 academic year. The full pay range, which encompasses all experience levels, is $150,000 - $190,000. Within this broad range, we pay in accordance with what is reasonably expected given an individual's experience level. Base salary is exclusive of fringe benefits, employer contributions to retirement plans, and potential stipends (for eligible employees). Pay ranges at Menlo are reasonable estimates of what the School anticipates paying for a role, but are not guaranteed. If hired at Menlo School, your final base salary will be determined by factors such as skills, education, experience, job level, part-time status, and the number of months worked per academic year. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity with our current employees as a part of any final offer. Please note that the generous range mentioned above is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at the top of the range is not typical at Menlo School to allow for future and continued salary growth.

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