Associate Athletic Director

Position Summary:

The Associate Athletic Director serves as a key member of the Athletics leadership team and assists the Director of Athletics in the administration, management, and oversight of the University’s intercollegiate athletics program. This position provides leadership in strategic planning, compliance, operations, student-athlete development, program assessment, and departmental administration while supporting the mission and goals of Oakwood University.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Director of Athletics in the daily management and operation of the department.
• Support strategic planning initiatives and departmental goal achievement.
• Provide leadership and oversight for assigned athletic programs and administrative functions.
• Assist in the development and implementation of departmental policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Promote compliance with institutional, conference, association, and regulatory requirements.
• Support student-athlete academic achievement, personal development, and wellness initiatives.
• Coordinate special events, athletic programs, and departmental projects.
• Assist with budget management, purchasing, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with coaches, faculty, staff, and campus departments to support athletic operations.

Position Summary:

The Associate Athletic Director serves as a key member of the Athletics leadership team and assists the Director of Athletics in the administration, management, and oversight of the University’s intercollegiate athletics program. This position provides leadership in strategic planning, compliance, operations, student-athlete development, program assessment, and departmental administration while supporting the mission and goals of Oakwood University.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Director of Athletics in the daily management and operation of the department.
• Support strategic planning initiatives and departmental goal achievement.
• Provide leadership and oversight for assigned athletic programs and administrative functions.
• Assist in the development and implementation of departmental policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Promote compliance with institutional, conference, association, and regulatory requirements.
• Support student-athlete academic achievement, personal development, and wellness initiatives.
• Coordinate special events, athletic programs, and departmental projects.
• Assist with budget management, purchasing, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with coaches, faculty, staff, and campus departments to support athletic operations.

• Represent the department at University functions, conferences, and community events.

• Participate in fundraising, alumni engagement, and athletic advancement initiatives.
• Serve in the absence of the Director of Athletics as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in athletics administration, collegiate athletics, student affairs, sports management, or a related field.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related technology platforms.
• Commitment to student development and the mission of Christian higher education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Sports Management, Athletic Administration, Higher Education Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience working within collegiate athletics.
• Experience with athletic compliance, budgeting, and program administration.
• Knowledge of NAIA, NCCAA, conference regulations, or similar governing organizations.
• Experience with fundraising, community engagement, or athletic advancement initiatives.

Compensation and Benefits:

Oakwood University offers a comprehensive healthcare assistance plan and benefits, which include health, retirement plan, tuition assistance for eligible dependents, and other core benefits.

P** hysical **** Requirements:**

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, including communicating effectively in English with internal and external stakeholders in person, by phone/video, and in writing; reviewing, analyzing, and producing written and digital materials for extended periods using standard office technology; maintaining regular office hours and, as an exempt employee, working additional hours—including occasional evenings and weekends—to meet deadlines and operational needs.

Working Conditions:

Essential responsibilities are primarily performed in a standard office environment with minimal discomfort. Employees should expect irregular hours, including evenings and weekends. On-site supervision of departmental operations may be required. When traveling, the employee may be expected to utilize various modes of transportation, including trains, planes, and automobiles.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Oakwood University is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment policies and practices based on race, national origin, gender (except for positions requiring ordination), color, age, marital status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. The

employment practices of the church reflect religious preferences in harmony with the United States Constitution and controlling law, and it, therefore, hires only Seventh-day Adventist Church members in regular standing for this position.

At Will Employment:

Employment with Oakwood University is at-will. This means that either you or Oakwood University may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, as long as it is not in violation of applicable federal or state laws.

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