Justin Hefley
Canyon,TX
Summary
Seasoned leader with 25 years of experience in education and athletics, including 14 years as Assistant Athletic Director and 9 years as a coach. Skilled in motivating teams and fostering accountability, while upholding integrity and professionalism. Strong interpersonal abilities drive effective collaboration and engagement among diverse groups.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Assistant athletic director
Amarillo ISD
Amarillo, TX
01.2012 - Current
- Managed athletic program budgets and resource allocations effectively.
- Coordinated scheduling for sports events and practices across multiple teams.
- Developed training programs for coaches to enhance team performance.
- Implemented UIL compliance protocols for student-athlete eligibility and safety standards.
- Organized community outreach initiatives to promote athletic programs and engagement.
- DEC Member
- Supervised staff recruitment, training, and evaluation processes for athletic personnel.
- Collaborated with district administration on strategic planning for athletics development.
- Oversaw recruitment efforts for new coaches or staff members.
- Implemented compliance protocols for student-athlete eligibility and safety standards.
Assistant principal
Mann Middle School
Amarillo, TX
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Collaborated with faculty to develop and implement school-wide policies.
- Coordinated professional development sessions for teaching staff and administration.
- Managed student discipline and behavior intervention programs effectively.
- Oversaw curriculum alignment with state standards and educational goals.
Assistant coach and history teacher
Amarillo High School
Amarillo, TX
01.2007 - 01.2010
History teacher
Rosebud Lott ISD
Rogers, TX
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Head Powerlifting Coach
- Co-offensive Coordinator
- Assistant Track Coach
History Teacher
Levelland ISD
Levelland, TX
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Middle School Coordinator
History teacher
Morton ISD
Morton, TX
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Head Track Coach
- Assistant Basketball Coach
- Head Powerlifting Coach
- Assistant Football Coach/Offensive Coordinator
Education
Doctorate - Educational Administration
Concordia University
Portland, Oregon01-2017
Master’s Degree - Educational Administration
Wayland Baptist University
Lubbock, TX01-2012
Bachelor's Degree - General Studies
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX01-2002
High School -
Wheeler High School
Amarillo, TX01-1995
Skills
- UIL compliance
- Event management
- Program management
- Venue oversight
- Budget management
- Performance evaluation
- Team building
Affiliations
- Texas High School Athletic Directors Association
- Texas High School Coaches Association
- Hillside Church
Accomplishments
- 2017, Regional athletic director of the year
- 2017, Completed Doctorate in Educational Administration
- Athletic administrative staff overseeing six team state championships with Amarillo ISD
- Served on the THSADA curriculum development committee for the TAAC certification
- Raised over 1,000,000 dollars for Amarillo ISD through advertisements within the community
- 2004, Won the Class A boys’ state basketball championship
Spouse
Mireille Hefley
Personal Information
Number of Children: Olivia Hefley
Certification
Principal EC-12
Timeline
Assistant athletic director
Amarillo ISD
01.2012 - Current
Assistant principal
Mann Middle School
01.2010 - 01.2012
Assistant coach and history teacher
Amarillo High School
01.2007 - 01.2010
History teacher
Rosebud Lott ISD
01.2006 - 01.2007
History Teacher
Levelland ISD
01.2005 - 01.2006
History teacher
Morton ISD
01.2001 - 01.2005
Doctorate - Educational Administration
Concordia University
Master’s Degree - Educational Administration
Wayland Baptist University
Bachelor's Degree - General Studies
Texas Tech University
High School -
Wheeler High School