Job Req ID: 114182

Deputy Director of Athletics

Hopkins Athletics is a multidivisional department with 22 programs competing at the NCAA Division III level (primarily Centennial Conference) and two programs (men’s and women’s lacrosse) competing at the NCAA Division I level (BIG 10 Conference). The department also hosts a variety of robust recreational activities such as club sports, intramurals, and fitness programming.

Hopkins encourages applications from candidates who value professional and personal development and will actively advance an inclusive and supportive culture within both the department and University setting. Hopkins Student Affairs seeks to hire, and support the professional development of, colleagues who: are equity-minded; demonstrate a commitment to inclusion; share a keen understanding of the importance of our identity as a diverse community of learners; are poised to contribute to our efforts to support student learning and offer robust leadership development and community engagement opportunities; and can contribute to our efforts to foster student connection and a sense of belonging across our university.

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Job Req ID: 114182

Deputy Director of Athletics

Hopkins Athletics is a multidivisional department with 22 programs competing at the NCAA Division III level (primarily Centennial Conference) and two programs (men’s and women’s lacrosse) competing at the NCAA Division I level (BIG 10 Conference). The department also hosts a variety of robust recreational activities such as club sports, intramurals, and fitness programming.

Hopkins encourages applications from candidates who value professional and personal development and will actively advance an inclusive and supportive culture within both the department and University setting. Hopkins Student Affairs seeks to hire, and support the professional development of, colleagues who: are equity-minded; demonstrate a commitment to inclusion; share a keen understanding of the importance of our identity as a diverse community of learners; are poised to contribute to our efforts to support student learning and offer robust leadership development and community engagement opportunities; and can contribute to our efforts to foster student connection and a sense of belonging across our university.

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We are seeking a Deputy Athletics Director who will support and advance the mission of Johns Hopkins University, the Division of Student Affairs, and the Department of Athletics and Recreation. The strongest candidates will be innovative and forward-thinking leaders with a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, team-based environment as well as a strong history of building and sustaining relationships with staff, student-athletes, and coaches.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Supports the Director of Athletics & Recreation in leading and managing the daily operations of the department. Serves on the AD’s Cabinet.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with staff, students, families, and alumni.
• Directly supervises multiple functional areas within the department which may include (but are not limited to) Finance, HR, Recreation, & Facility/Event Operations. Additionally, provides leadership and support to a team of sports administrators.
• Serves as the lead sports administrator for select D-III programs.
• Participates in the hiring of staff and coaches; may additionally be called upon to lead hiring searches and/or participate on hiring committees both within, and outside, of the department.
• In collaboration with the Director of Athletics & Recreation, shape strategic priorities for the department and ensure accountability.
• Maintain the department handbooks for staff and student-athletes. Annually audit policies and best practices.
• Partner with Blue Jays Unlimited as appropriate to engage alumni/family/friends of Hopkins Athletics.
• Serves as the liaison to Admissions and supports coaches directly with the recruitment/matriculation of prospective student-athletes.
• In partnership with the Director of Athletics & Recreation, create strategic initiatives that advance the professional development of staff.
• If applicable, it may potentially serve as the department's SWA.
• Lead risk management efforts within the department. Ensure risk management policies align with those of campus, and annually audit policies.
• Coordinates all department staff meetings.
  
• Represents JHU at Centennial Conference Administrative Delegates Meetings. May additionally serve as a conference sport administrative liaison.
  
• Serves as a department liaison to other University departments/offices. May be designated to serve on campus working groups/committees.
  
• In collaboration with the SWA, oversees Title IX equity within the department. Maintains relationships with the Office of Institutional Equity and the Office of General Counsel.
  
• Represents the department at selected home and away varsity athletic contests. May serve on the game operations team and the Games Committee at championships.
  
• Travels (as required) to NCAA-sponsored events.
  
• In the absence of the Director of Athletics & Recreation, serves as the department’s lead representative on all internal/external matters.
  
• Other responsibilities/duties as assigned.

Key Relationships

• The Deputy Athletics Director is directly supervised by the Director of Athletics & Recreation.
• The Deputy AD will additionally be expected to build strong relationships with staff, students, families, and alumni, as well as a variety of campus partners.

Physical Effort/Environment

• General office, athletic facility, and campus environment.
• Position involves sitting, although frequent movement is necessary.
• Walking, standing, bending, and twisting are required.
• Occasionally lifting to 50 pounds may be required.
• Computer usage involving repetitive and/or wrist motion is required.
• The position will be a full-time, twelve-month appointment, with frequent evening and weekend work required throughout the year with those dates determined by a supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.
  
• Seven plus years of relevant work experience in collegiate athletics administration, or comparatively complex organizations.
  
• Experience leading diverse teams.
  
• Ability to work independently.
  
• Excellent judgment and discretion.
  
• Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity and complex environments.
  
• Innovative and strategic thinking skills.
  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  
• Strong problem-solving skills.
  
• Adaptability.
• Commitment to fostering an environment of inclusivity and belonging.
  
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Experience as a college student-athlete or collegiate coach.
• Unwavering integrity.

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Classified Title: Sr. Associate Director Athletics
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Deputy Director of Athletics
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MG
Starting Salary Range: $86,500 - $151,400 Annually (Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Mon - Fri / 8:30am - 5:00pm
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: Homewood Campus
Department name: ​​​​​​​Athletics Business Management
Personnel area: University Student Services

Total Rewards
The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

**Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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