Athletic Director

EXPIRED

Position Summary

Olivet Nazarene University is a distinctly Nazarene institution of higher education and committed to the discipleship of our students within the Wesleyan-holiness tradition. Ideal Student Development team members are committed to the Lordship of Christ, seek personal growth through regular practice of spiritual disciplines, and create learning environments where students are compelled to be more like Christ each day.

Olivet Nazarene University is seeking our next Athletic Director. ONU Tigers have won 14 straight CCAC commissioner’s cup championships, 9 teams qualified for post-season play in 2022-2023, and the department boasted 9 ranked teams throughout the 2022-2023 academic year. The ONU Athletics department is seeking an Athletic Director who can maintain and grow this program.

The Athletic Director will be a visionary leader responsible for the daily management and long-term planning for Olivet Nazarene University Athletic Department including coordination of present programs and development of new programs. This role reports to the Vice President for Student Development and serves on the senior Student Development Leadership Team.

Position Summary

Olivet Nazarene University is a distinctly Nazarene institution of higher education and committed to the discipleship of our students within the Wesleyan-holiness tradition. Ideal Student Development team members are committed to the Lordship of Christ, seek personal growth through regular practice of spiritual disciplines, and create learning environments where students are compelled to be more like Christ each day.

Olivet Nazarene University is seeking our next Athletic Director. ONU Tigers have won 14 straight CCAC commissioner’s cup championships, 9 teams qualified for post-season play in 2022-2023, and the department boasted 9 ranked teams throughout the 2022-2023 academic year. The ONU Athletics department is seeking an Athletic Director who can maintain and grow this program.

The Athletic Director will be a visionary leader responsible for the daily management and long-term planning for Olivet Nazarene University Athletic Department including coordination of present programs and development of new programs. This role reports to the Vice President for Student Development and serves on the senior Student Development Leadership Team.

This individual will be responsible for all aspects of directing the ONU athletics programs including managing budgets, hiring coaches, ensuring compliance with regulations, fostering student-athlete development, and maintaining positive relations with stakeholders. The Athletic Director will supervise the Associate AD for Compliance, the Assistant AD for Operations, Sports Information Director, Head Athletic Trainer, Administrative Assistant, and head coaches for the 21 intercollegiate athletic programs. The Athletic Director also works closely with two full-time athletic fundraisers within Institutional Advancement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic vision for the athletic department aligned with the university's disciple-making mission and goals.

• Plan for future expansion, such as new athletic venues and/or programs.

• Ensure compliance with all NAIA rules and regulations as well as conference and institutional policies.

• Oversee the preparation and submission of necessary compliance reports in partnership with faculty athletics representative and university registrar.

• Manage athletic facilities of Birchard Gymnasium, Parrott Convocation Center, McHie Arena, Snowbarger Athletic Complex, Ward Field and Varsity Weight Rooms.

• Oversight for the recruitment, supervision, and evaluation of coaching staff, training staff and student personnel assigned to the department.

• Review annual athletics department budget.

• Support academic achievement and persistence of student-athletes by addressing the needs of student athletes including advising, tutoring, early warning/intervention systems, and other appropriate services available online or on campus.

• Maintain a positive working relationship with all university personnel and maintain open communication and public relations with students, faculty, staff, administration, parents, alumni, media and community supporters.

• Partner with Director of Athletic Development and Development Officer for Athletics to meet fundraising goals for the athletic department.

• Maintain positive relationships with alumni, boosters, and the local community and engage in fundraising efforts to support athletic scholarships, facility upgrades, and program enhancements.

• Coordinate and supervise athletic recruitment efforts with the Office of Admissions and Office of Financial Aid.

• Work with the university's communication and marketing team to promote athletic programs and represent the athletic department in media relations and public appearances.

• Collaborate with Student Development to ensure integration with student-centered and student services programming.

• Responsible for completion and submission of the annual Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act report.

• Actively involved in conference and national meetings, committees, and conventions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• A lifestyle in agreement with the ONU Statement of Mission, Faith, and Lifestyle Covenant.
• Master’s degree in Sports Management, Business Administration, or related field
• Five to seven years of successful management, supervision, and leadership within athletics, preferably in the NAIA level.
• Commitment to Athletic and Academic success for the program.
• Excellent skills in planning, organization, leadership, and communication.
• Previous head coaching experience is preferred.

Additional Information

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
The individual in this role will oversee head coaches, administrative assistant, associate athletic director for compliance, assistant athletic director for operations, sports information director, and head athletic trainer.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position will be primarily an administrative assignment. The position is a 12-month full-time position. The position requires some evenings and weekend attendance. There will be occasional travel requirements.