Athletic Director

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Position Information

Job Number

MAN00119P

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Position Title

Athletic Director

Position Type

Academic Administrator

Percentage Employee

100%

Number of Months Assignment

12

Starting Date

ASAP

Current Work Schedule

Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm Variable to include evenings/weekends for athletic events.

Salary Range

Range 45

Salary

$132,911- $161,916 / Annually

Shift Differential

FLSA

Exempt

Location

Main Campus

Department

Kinesiology and Athletics (Dept)

Open Date

06/24/2024

Closing Date

07/04/2024

Open Until Filled

No

About Rio Hondo College

About Río Hondo College

Río Hondo College welcomes and embraces all students in their educational and career pathways. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution (

HSI

), our College has a student population of 22,000, of which 18,000 are Latinx students. We were the first college in Los Angeles County to provide two years of free tuition to first-time, full-time college students through our Río Promise program. We are proud to acknowledge that many of our students have transferred to high ranked institutions such as Harvard, Stanford,

USC

and

UCLA

, UC Berkeley, UC Irvine, Cal State LA, Cal State Long Beach, and Whittier College to name a few.

Strengths

Our caring and dedicated student-centered staff, faculty, and administrators are devoted to the advancement of educational justice, equity, and opportunity for all our students. Our College’s 900 employees, with close to 600 faculty, hold themselves accountable for the academic success of disproportionately impacted student populations. Our entire staff, with unwavering team collaboration, work hard to ensure our students reach their full potential by eliminating gaps in academic outcomes that traditionally hinder students of color.

Río Hondo College is committed to the recruitment of qualified and diverse employees who are dedicated to our students’ success. We recognize that diversity in an academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for our students. We are steadfast in our hiring practices and staff development processes which reinforce the goals of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Our practices and processes also support the importance of a workforce that reflects the community and the diverse student population we serve.

Río Hondo College employs approximately 55% tenured track faculty of color; 60% part-time faculty of color; 85% classified staff of color; and 50% administrators of color.

Río Hondo College offers 30 associate degrees that guarantee transfer (ADTs) to Cal State Universities, a bachelor’s degree in Automotive Technology, more than 60 certificates, a Pathway to Law School, dual enrollment with K-12 districts, state championship speech & debate team and excellent athletic teams, student leadership opportunities, travel abroad experiences and more.

In collaboration with the communities in Pico Rivera, Santa Fe Springs, El Monte, South El Monte, Whittier, portions of Norwalk, La Mirada, Downey, La Puente, the City of Industry, Los Nietos and Avocado Heights, Río Hondo College provides an exceptional academic curriculum to meet the unique needs of our region and strengthen our communities.

Basic Function

In coordination with the Dean of Kinesiology and Athletics, the Athletic Director plans, develops, organizes, coordinates, directs, reviews, and evaluates the entire Rio Hondo College athletics program and initiates program improvements as necessary.

DISTINGUSHING

CHARATERISTICS

:

The Athletic Director is a management position reporting to the Dean of Kinesiology and Athletics. This position assists the Dean as assigned, in providing leadership to develop, organize and implement the division’s goals and objectives. This position assists the Dean as needed in planning, developing, organizing, scheduling, directing, improving, and evaluating the college’s athletic programs, curriculum, and related student support services. This position keeps the athletic program compliant with local, District, State and federal regulations and requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

:

Master’s in kinesiology, physical education, exercise science, sports management, athletic administration, education with an emphasis in physical education, kinesiology, physiology of exercise, or adaptive physical education, OR Bachelor’s in any of the above

AND

Master’s in any life science, dance, physiology, health education, recreation administration, educational leadership, or physical therapy OR the equivalent. (All qualifying educational degrees/training must be from accredited colleges and/or universities.)

One year of experience serving in an administrative/leadership capacity within a collegiate athletic program. Experience working with coaches and/or faculty.

Evidence of demonstrated cultural competency in serving the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, racial, and cultural backgrounds of community college student populations, including students with differing abilities (physical and/or learning), as these factors relate to equity-minded practices.

Equivalencies

None

Essential Duties

Attend all athletic home games/events/competitions and act as, or designate, the game administrator; and serve as liaison with State and conference organizations related to athletics; interface with the community in matters of community relations and affairs associated with Rio Hondo College athletics. E

Work regularly with eligibility clerk and coaches to ensure athletes are cleared to play before each game.

Arrange facilities and other needs for athletic events; advise and inform other District personnel when planning programs and services for student athletes and athletic activities. E

Promote and coordinate Athletic programs and services and arrange for the development of promotional materials and college publications; coordinate with sports information personnel to provide athletic news releases; ensure accuracy of print and online publications related to the area of responsibility, including information on athletics webpage. E

Oversee and complete the preparation and production of the athletic procedures handbook. E

Coordinate master athletic calendars; oversee the scheduling for sport’s teams, including verifying the team has the right number of competitions and that they are within travel budgets. E

Supervise and coordinate use of athletic facilities; recommend and review policies for student and community use of facilities; order and oversee the ongoing maintenance of program equipment and athletic facilities. E

Develop, write, and edit all required documentation for Title IX compliance, such as the annual Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act (

EADA

), Commission of Athletics (

COA

),

CCCAA

Gender Equity Form R-4, department mission, diversity, and gender equity statements. E

Attend athletics conference meetings, regional and national meetings and all other relevant or required meetings. E

Enforce the code of conference and State commission on athletics. E

Make recommendations in matters of athlete discipline. E

Develop and provide a variety of student services and programs such as student athletic recruitment and retention, academic tracking and athletic eligibility, health, and safety. E

Prepare and present student athlete success program information to shared governance committees, Faculty Senate, parents, outside groups, and the Board of Trustees as needed. E

Compiles, maintain and updates data on Rio Hondo College persistence rates, retention rates, and transfer rates for athletics. E

n coordination with the area Dean, develop and implement external fundraising, marketing, and public relations activities. E

Assist in the design and development of the athletic department website. E

Develop, prepare, submit, administer, monitor, and review annual program budgets for athletics and the Associated Student body, including budget requests for equipment, supplies and personnel; and approve timekeeping records and requisitions. E

Recommend acquisition, maintenance, and use of athletic-related equipment; and maintain an equipment-replacement plan; maintain adequate records and controls to assure that athletic expenditures and operations remain within established budget limitations. E

Orient and train new coaches; provide feedback, guidance, and mentorship to coaches to assure proper conduct of players at athletic events; resolve conflicts and issues. E

Participate in selecting, recommending for hire, training, supervising, and evaluating the performances of all coaches and other personnel assigned to the athletics department. E

As assigned by administration, may recommend for hire, supervise, and evaluate head coaches, assistant coaches, the athletic eligibility specialist, sports information personnel, assigned office staff, and athletic trainers and will work closely with the academic counselor to provide and develop student success programs. E

Oversee the coordination of college vehicles for athletics travel, insurance claim processing, and other procedures. E

Serve as a resource and liaison for the college community on issues of athletics programs and promotion, which may include classroom presentations, resource material development, committee membership, and staff/faculty professional development activities. E

Participate on committees, task forces, and in special assignments. E

Maintain currency of knowledge and skills related to the duties and responsibilities. monitor legislation, new State Education Code regulations, California Community Colleges Athletics Association, and other State guidelines to determine athletic program impact. E

Act in the capacity of the Dean of Kinesiology and Athletics in their absence as assigned. E

Supervision Exercised

Exercises direct supervision over faculty and professional, technical, and administrative support staff as assigned by administrative leadership.

Other Job Related Duties

Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Related and Essential Qualifications

Knowledge Of:

California Community College athletic programs.

Applicable District policies and local, State and federal laws, codes and regulations.

Knowledge of

CCCAA

eligibility rules and compliance.

Best practices in athletic and implementation

Intercollegiate athletic leadership, including supervision of coaching and professional staff.

Athletic sporting programs with respect to planning, equipment, compliance issues, and facility needs.

Community relations and external resource development.

Budget preparation and management.

Basic data collection and analysis related to student learning outcomes, retention, and success.

Community relations and external resource development.

Computer systems and software applications related to assigned instructional division.

Organizational and management practices.

Skill To:

Communicate effectively; demonstrated excellence in oral, written, and interpersonal communications required.

Attention to detail and proven leadership experience.

Work independently with little direction.

Demonstrate a strong work ethic.

Adapt to changing work demands.

Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports.

Proven ability to work with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population.

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, and weekends.

Exceptional collaborative leadership skills to work with multiple departments throughout the college to ensure the success of student athletes.

Foreign Degrees

Any degree from a country other than the United States, including Canada and Great Britain, must be evaluated by an Evaluation Service prior to the closing date. Certification must be attached with copies of transcripts.

License Certificates/Credentials

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a class “B” driver’s license.

Requires a First Aid and Basic Life Support or Professional

CPR

certificate.

Desired Qualifications

Working Conditions

Physical Abilities

Incumbent is required to perform work of an active nature, moving around locations requiring sufficient physical stamina to carry out duties. Requires ambulatory ability to lift medium-to-heavy weight materials, balance, and walk and stand for extended periods of time. Requires visual acuity to observe moving objects and recognize physical injuries. Requires auditory ability to project voice to a small group. Lift and move light to moderately heavy (less than 50 pounds) objects.

Working Conditions

May work in an office, gymnasium, and/or outdoors. Since work environments may vary, the noise level can be low to very high depending on the student population and activities. This position may be stationary at times. This person frequently communicates with employees, students and community. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. The employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions (cold, wet and humid) and/hot or humid gymnasium environment(s). The employee may be exposed to blood borne pathogens. Travel and evening and weekend hours are often necessary to attend sporting events. Work a flexible schedule which may include evenings, weekends, and split schedules.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (

ADA

) requires us to identify the essential (E) duties/functions of the position. We have indicated those duties with an E on the job description.

Position Description

Applications are currently being accepted for Athletic Director.

Application Procedure

Applications must be submitted by

11:59 p.m. PT

on the closing date.

Applicants must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed.

Rio Hondo College online application (which includes supplemental questions)

Résumé/Curriculum Vitae

Complete transcripts of all colleges/university studies, including degree earned (copies will be accepted)

NOTE

: Transcripts from multiples colleges/universities may need to be scanned as one document, then uploaded.

Transcripts must include degree awarded and confer date (please circle conferral date on transcripts). Transcripts without this information and online applications without transcripts will be disqualified.

PAPER

APPLICATIONS

AND

APPLICATION

MATERIALS

SENT

VIA

MAIL

,

FAX

, OR

EMAIL

WILL

NOT

BE

ACCEPTED

.

NOTE

THAT

ALL

CORRESPONDENCE

,

INCLUDING

INTERVIEW

INVITATIONS

,

WILL

BE

SENT

VIA

EMAIL

.

Special Instructions to Applicants

SELECTION

PROCESS

AND

TENTATIVE

SCHEDULE

: *Please note this is a tentative timeline and subject to change

Application deadline: 7/04/2024

Applications are initially screened for completeness and Minimum Qualifications.

Complete applications are forwarded to the Department hiring committee for further review.

First level interview: 7/30/2024

Final interview planned for 8/7/2024

Additional Information

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires the District obtain documentation from every individual who is employed which verifies identity and authorizes his/her right to work in the United States.

Successful candidate is responsible for verifying all prior work experience and providing all academic transcripts for purposes of salary placement.

As a condition of employment, the selected applicant must provide a set of fingerprints (at the applicant’s expense) taken by an official LiveScan agency.

Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial employment (The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment).

For positions requiring a valid California driver’s license, proof of insurability is required.

Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and require accommodations for completing the application process, testing (if required for position), or the interview, please notify the Human Resources Office.

A copy of this announcement will be provided in Braille to visually impaired applicants upon request.

Commitment to Diversity

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.

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EEO Statement

Rio Hondo College is committed to employing qualified administrators, faculty and staff members who are dedicated to student success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. The Board is committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and provide equal consideration for all qualified candidates.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How have you developed and implemented student services and programs focused on athletic recruitment, retention, academic tracking, and eligibility?

(Open Ended Question)

1. * What is your approach to hiring, training, and evaluating coaches and other athletic department personnel?

(Open Ended Question)

1. * How have you coordinated with Sports Information to develop and distribute promotional materials and news releases for athletic programs? Can you provide an example of a successful promotional campaign you led?

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2. Other Documents 3. Unofficial Transcript (Graduate) 4. Unofficial Transcript (Undergraduate) 5. Cover Letter 6. License or Credential Optional Documents 1. CPR Card 2. First Aid Certificate

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