Associate Director of Athletics

Colchester, VT, United States

Job Description

The Athletics Department at Saint Michael’s College invites applications for the position of Associate Director of Athletics. The College seeks a highly organized and collaborative professional to oversee the operational and administrative functions that support Saint Michael’s varsity athletic programs. This role supervises administrative personnel, manages day-to-day operations, and works closely with coaches to support the needs of their programs and ensure they have the resources necessary for success. Responsibilities include processing deposits and payment requests, ordering equipment and supplies, and maintaining efficient administrative processes. The successful candidate will also coordinate student-athlete events and initiatives designed to enhance the overall student-athlete experience and foster a positive athletic environment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:  

• Contribute to the short and long-term strategic planning of the Athletics Department and assist the Director of Athletics with decisions regarding facilities, equipment, personnel, and programs. 
• Directly oversee approximately seven varsity sports programs, including scheduling, monitoring, development, evaluation, and attendance at home contests. 
• Hire, mentor, supervise, and evaluate Head Coaches and assigned athletic administrative personnel. 
• Manage home game operations, including scheduling and supervising event managers, student workers, and game-day staff. 
• Administer departmental operating budgets, oversee select capital projects, and support coaches in managing program, fundraising, meal money, and gift budgets. 
• Reconcile gate receipts, fundraising deposits, and purchasing card transactions while ensuring accurate financial reporting and expense allocation. 
• Serve as the primary liaison to the Fundraising and Advancement Office and assist with grant-writing initiatives. 

Associate Director of Athletics

Colchester, VT, United States

Job Description

The Athletics Department at Saint Michael’s College invites applications for the position of Associate Director of Athletics. The College seeks a highly organized and collaborative professional to oversee the operational and administrative functions that support Saint Michael’s varsity athletic programs. This role supervises administrative personnel, manages day-to-day operations, and works closely with coaches to support the needs of their programs and ensure they have the resources necessary for success. Responsibilities include processing deposits and payment requests, ordering equipment and supplies, and maintaining efficient administrative processes. The successful candidate will also coordinate student-athlete events and initiatives designed to enhance the overall student-athlete experience and foster a positive athletic environment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:  

• Contribute to the short and long-term strategic planning of the Athletics Department and assist the Director of Athletics with decisions regarding facilities, equipment, personnel, and programs. 
• Directly oversee approximately seven varsity sports programs, including scheduling, monitoring, development, evaluation, and attendance at home contests. 
• Hire, mentor, supervise, and evaluate Head Coaches and assigned athletic administrative personnel. 
• Manage home game operations, including scheduling and supervising event managers, student workers, and game-day staff. 
• Administer departmental operating budgets, oversee select capital projects, and support coaches in managing program, fundraising, meal money, and gift budgets. 
• Reconcile gate receipts, fundraising deposits, and purchasing card transactions while ensuring accurate financial reporting and expense allocation. 
• Serve as the primary liaison to the Fundraising and Advancement Office and assist with grant-writing initiatives. 
• Collaborate with the College Controller to prepare and submit the annual EADA Report and NCAA Membership Financial Report. 
• Manage student-athlete assessments, including end-of-season evaluations, and oversee events and registrations within the ARMS database. 
• Direct the Saint Michael’s Summer Camp Program, including supervision of Camp Directors and hiring of temporary camp and athletic training staff. 
• Coordinate the hiring, scheduling, and payment processes for game officials, including management of schedule changes and vendor registration requirements. 
• Lead student-athlete engagement initiatives, including First-Year Student-Athlete Orientation, diversity and inclusion programming, and Title IX education and awareness efforts. 
• Promote inclusion, belonging, gender equity, and Title IX compliance through advocacy, education, and participation in professional development opportunities. 
• Serve on departmental, institutional, conference, and NCAA committees; pursue leadership opportunities; and assist with departmental hiring processes. 
• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of departmental and student-athlete programs, activities, and special events.

The salary range for this position is $66k-73k. For the full job description,  click here.

We recognize that people assess their skills and experience differently. Studies have shown that some candidates may hesitate to apply for a position unless they feel they meet every qualification listed. However, many of the skills and responsibilities in this role can be developed on the job. If you believe you could bring value to our students and community and meet most of what we’re looking for, we encourage you to apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Benefits include health, dental, vision, employer-paid life and disability insurance, voluntary life, critical illness and accident insurance options, parental leave, flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent care), 401(k), generous paid time off, paid holidays, employee and dependent tuition benefits, employee and family assistance program, well-being programs and opportunities, discounted gym membership, paid volunteer time, use of the athletic facilities and the library, and countless opportunities to attend presentations, lectures, and other campus activities.  
 
Qualifications:   

Required: 

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5-10 years of relevant experience
• Comfortable using a computer for a variety of functions
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products
• Must meet driver’s eligibility requirements as stated in the Saint Michael's College Vehicle Use Policy

An offer of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of driving checks and background checks. 

Application Instructions:  

To be considered for this position please be prepared to attach the following documents after clicking on Apply Now button: 

• Resume
• Cover Letter  

Review of applications will start immediately. The position will remain open until it is filled. 

For a complete job description, benefits information, and to apply online, please visit: Saint Michael's College Careers.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 98
  
• Job Category Athletics
  
• Posting Date 08/19/2026, 07:39 PM
  
• Job Schedule Full time
  

• Locations 1 Winooski Park, Colchester, VT, 05439, US

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