Explore job trends in collegiate athletics for August 2024. Discover key insights for coaches and administrators with Intercollegiate’s detailed report.
Thanks to Intercollegiate’s extensive database that features every job posting in collegiate athletics, we’ve compiled a “by the numbers” report to showcase trends. Whether you’re a coach, administrator, or job seeker, understanding these trends can help you navigate your career path more effectively.
Job Postings Overview
August closed the summer’s peak hiring window in college athletics’ job market. While May, June, and July’s reports set record highs in job postings each month, the market settled in August by returning to average monthly performance metrics.
2,707 jobs in collegiate athletics were posted this month. Coaching jobs accounted for 1,453 postings, showing a moderate decrease from July, while administrative positions totaled 1,254, maintaining a steady flow.
This chart highlights the ongoing demand for both coaching and administrative professionals, illustrating the seasonal ebb in opportunities as the academic year approaches.
From here, we’ll break down which sports and admin categories had the most openings in the month of August.
Administrative Jobs Breakdown
Of the 1,254 job openings this month in administration, departmental categories that posted the most jobs were:
- Facilities, Event Operations, and Equipment: 299 (-17% job postings from July)
- Sports Medicine: 252 (-36%)
- Marketing, Communications, Content Creation: 248 (-18%)
- Student Services: 173 (-27%)
- Business/Finance/HR: 68 (-14%)
August is the first in the history of our monthly reports where sports medicine jobs did not lead administrative listings. Facilities, Event Operations, and Equipment roles, which have consistently held the second spot, took the lead this month.
Coaching Jobs Breakdown
1,453 job openings in college athletics coaching is a moderate decrease from the previous two peak summer months. Sports with the most postings were:
- Track and Field: 124 (-22% job postings from the month of July)
- Football: 111(-48%)
- Softball: 96 (-39%)
- Men’s Basketball: 96 (-40%)
- Women’s Basketball: 91 (-53%)
- Cross Country: 90 (-24%)
- Baseball: 86 (-14)
- Soccer: 82 (-50%)
- Lacrosse: 71 (-69%)
- Volleyball: 66 (-41%)
- Tennis: 66 (-30%)
Top Job by Salary
Intercollegiate hosts two unique features that allow us to share this data. Salaries and pay details, when provided, are displayed on Intercollegiate’s site, allowing you to filter by pay to help you find a job that meets your needs. Open and expired job posts remain visible, allowing you to see key data such as the last time a search was conducted for the respective job.
In the month of August, here were the highest-paying jobs of postings that listed a salary range:
- $250,000 – $300,000/yr: Vice President for Development, Central Programs: University of Cincinnati
- $140,000 – $250,000/yr: Contract Professional (Athletics): University of Arizona
- $133,000 – $155,000/yr: Associate Athletic Director – Human Capital Management: United States Air Force Academy
Conclusion
As the summer hiring peak winds down, August saw a return to average job posting numbers in collegiate athletics. While the overall number of job postings decreased from the highs of summer, the demand for both coaches and administrators remains strong. Notably, August marked a shift in trends, with Facilities, Event Operations, and Equipment roles leading administrative job postings and Track and Field coaching positions outpacing Football for the first time.
Stay updated on the latest job postings and trends in collegiate athletics by visiting Intercollegiate. Use our comprehensive database to find your next career opportunity today.
FAQs
How many job openings were posted in collegiate athletics in August 2024?
- A total of 2,707 job openings were posted, with 1,453 coaching positions and 1,254 administrative roles.
Which departmental category had the most administrative job postings in August 2024?
- Facilities, Event Operations, and Equipment led the administrative job postings with 299 openings, surpassing sports medicine for the first time in recent months.
Which sport had the most coaching job postings in August 2024?
- Track and Field had the most coaching job postings with 124 openings, overtaking football, which typically leads in job postings.
What were the highest-paying jobs in August 2024?
- The highest-paying job in August 2024 was Vice President for Development, Central Programs at the University of Cincinnati, with a salary range of $250,000 – $300,000 per year.
Where can I find the latest job postings in collegiate athletics?
- Visit Intercollegiate to explore the latest job opportunities and stay updated on industry trends.
