Director of Athletics

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Director of Athletics
Athletics
Executive Vice President
Athletic Department Staff
Part time with option for full time
Exempt
May 2025

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JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:
DEPARTMENT:
REPORTS TO:
SUPERVISES:
STATUS :
CLASSIFICATION:
DATE REVIEWED:
SALARY:

Director of Athletics
Athletics
Executive Vice President
Athletic Department Staff
Part time with option for full time
Exempt
May 2025
$20,000-$30,000 annually based on status.

ABOUT VILLA MARIA COLLEGE:
Villa Maria is a private higher education institution offering a wide variety of academic programs.
Villa is located in Cheektowaga, New York, bordering the City of Buffalo; a metropolitan area
known for its affordability, its four seasons, and for being the “City of Good Neighbors”.

MISSION STATEMENT:
Villa Maria College is a Catholic, Franciscan college, founded by the Felician Sisters, that uses
innovative strategies to educate and empower a diverse student body to positively impact their
communities.

Diversity Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Statement:
At Villa Maria College, we value diversity and respect for human dignity as foundations for our
collective growth. We develop effective reciprocal relationships based on compassion, trust, and
authenticity. To fulfill this purpose, we welcome all students and employees who contribute to
the richness of our diversity. We work every day to ensure that all who join our inclusive
community have what they need to realize their full potential.

OUR CORE VALUES:
“Respect for Human Dignity, Compassion, Transformation, Solidarity with People in need.”

JOB SEARCH SUMMARY:
Villa Maria College seeks to hire a director to lead the College’s athletic department.

POSITION SUMMARY:
Villa Maria College seeks an exceptional leader for the position of Director of Athletics (AD). The AD is
responsible for providing effective vision, leadership, and management to the athletic department. The
AD oversees all aspects of the intercollegiate athletics department including the supervision of all
programs and personnel, budgeting, contest scheduling, transportation, facility management,
fundraising, community engagement, the recruitment of academically and athletically talented student-

athletes, and the recruitment and evaluation of coaches and staff. The director will delegate specific
responsibilities to assure the efficient and productive operation of all academic, administrative,
business, fiscal and health related activities of the department. The AD reports to the Executive Vice
President.

The director serves as the principal liaison and representative for Athletics with the campus community,
conference and national affiliations. The director works collaboratively with other areas of the College
including: Academic Affairs, the Communication office, Alumni Affairs and Development, for the
betterment of the athletics department and the College as a whole.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage all aspects of planning, supervision, staffing, delivery, and evaluation of the

intercollegiate athletics program. Which includes:

o Establish a comprehensive recruitment strategy for student-athletes;
o Manage budgets for the Athletic Department;
o Hire, train, and evaluate personnel;
o Ensure compliance with USCAA and league rules, as well as all other applicable federal

and state regulations;

o Provide leadership in developing plans for facility improvements to meet the needs of

the athletic program;

o Engage the campus and local community in athletics program and events;

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in Higher Education, Sport/Athletic Management, Physical Education,

Recreation, or appropriate related field preferred; Bachelor’s degree required.

• Two years’ experience in the administration of intercollegiate athletic programs or other

relevant leadership experience at the college or university level, experience in coaching also
considered.

• Demonstrated skills in interpersonal relations.
• Demonstrated communication and organizational skills.
• Experience in the development and management of a departmental budget.
• Commitment to student learning and the ideal of the scholar-athlete.
• Thorough knowledge of USCAA and Title IX regulations.
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• Candidates with strong regional contacts and/or experience preferred.

Strong computer skills.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• General office environment requires employee to be flexible throughout the day to include

hours standing, sitting, and walking (including up and down stairs), lifting and moving up to 25-
pound boxes. Typical duties include sitting at a desk, manual dexterity using hands and fingers
to use computers and various office equipment. Professional communication is required for
frequent contact with others (in person or over phone/email), dealing with interruptions, and
various noise levels.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the

essential functions.

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BENEFITS OF WORKING AT VILLA:

• Retirement plan offering generous employer match
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance plans with spouse, domestic partner and dependent

coverage available.

• Vacation and sick time package based on length of tenure
• Summer schedule hours (varies based on job duties)
• 13 paid holidays, plus a full week for Winter Break
• Tuition exchange and tuition waiver benefits
• An overall outstanding work culture with an opportunity to make a positive impact on students

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being
performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and
responsibilities. Villa Maria College management reserves the right to amend and change
responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

Villa Maria College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of
age, race, religion, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation or preference, national or ethnic origin,
marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected classifications in admissions,
employment, or any other aspect regarding the conduct of College programs and activities.
Should you require an accommodation, according to the guidelines of the ADA, please seek the
counsel of the Director of Human Resources for assistance.

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