Master 35 Athletic Director interview questions covering budget management, compliance, and program leadership.
Question 30 of 35
Example Answer
Entry Level
General
What You Need to Know
Community Answers

Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
"I take such situations very seriously and ensure our coaches are well-equipped to respond quickly and appropriately. Our athletes are our responsibility, so we have to take their health and safety seriously. So I make sure that health, nutrition, and routine physicals are required for all our athletes. That is fifty percent of ensuring their safety. In the event of injury, I would follow the protocol, ensure our on-campus medic was on the scene, and escalate swiftly, as appropriate for the circumstances."

Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
"It depends on the injury, of course. Recently one of our soccer players had an injury on the field, and it was clear they were hurt. After a minute, they wanted to play on, but my coach, according to my guidelines, kept them from playing on until they could be further evaluated. It turned out they had a torn ACL. So we sent them to receive treatment as was appropriate. Safety first. Play on another day, not today."

Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
"I tell my coaches we're in it for the long game. When you push your athletes to their limits, teach them how to know their limits. In the event of serious injury, taking care of that player is your number one concern. Fail in that regard, and you fail your whole team."

Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
Describe your efforts to ensure all safeguards are in place for your students and your coordination efforts to ensure all of your coaches, athletes, and parents are on board and fully versed on the protocols you have put into place. Break down the preventative measures you put into place, including education about nutrition and hydration and routine physical examinations. Then share your response protocol to any injury or emergency.

Interview Coach
Jaymie
A real coach, not AI. I read every answer myself and write back with personalized feedback.
Typically responds within 24 hours.
0 - Character Count
Unlock expert responses for budget, Title IX, and athletics leadership interviews.
Get StartedJump to Question

Written by Rachelle Enns
35 Questions & Answers • Athletic Director

By Rachelle

By Rachelle