Director of Athletics

Director of Athletics

Position Title

Director of Athletics

Employment Type

Full-time (1.0 FTE)

Work Schedule

8:30 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday; evenings and weekends as sports schedules & recruiting dictates; 12 month position

FLSA Status

Exempt

Director of Athletics

Position Title

Director of Athletics

Employment Type

Full-time (1.0 FTE)

Work Schedule

8:30 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday; evenings and weekends as sports schedules & recruiting dictates; 12 month position

FLSA Status

Exempt

Position & Operational Objectives Summary

Reporting to the President and serving on the President’s Executive Council, serves as the chief administrator responsible for articulation and implementation of the mission of the intercollegiate athletic program and all associated areas. Fosters a culture of academic excellence, compliance and inclusion. Performs all essential functions either personally or in coordination with appropriate College or Athletic Department Personnel (to include the Assistant Athletic Director(s), Sport Specific Coaches, Director of Sports Communications, Athletic Trainers and Office Coordinator).

Minimum Knowledge

(Obtained through education, experience, training, licensure, certification, or through a combination of the aforementioned.)

Bachelor’s degree in physical education, Kinesiology or related field. Seven years of progressive experience in collegiate athletic administration, including expertise in compliance, budgeting, scheduling, personnel supervision, and facility management.

Knowledge of and full compliance with requirements of Austin College academic programs and eligibility standards. Knowledge of and full compliance with policies and procedures of Austin College, the Athletic Department, as well as, the requirements and standards of NCAA Division III and the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference athletic governing bodies.

Desired Knowledge

(Obtained through education, experience, training, licensure, certification, or through a combination of the aforementioned.)

Master’s degree in related field. Experience as an Athletic Director at the NCAA DIII level or collegiate head coach and a demonstrated ability to lead a team. Strategic planning, recruiting, fundraising experience.

Additional Job Information

Full job description.

To Apply:

Please email a letter of interest, résumé and a completed/signed job application .

Finalist(s) will be required to undergo a background check.

• Exempt - Managerial/Supervisory