Director of Athletics

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Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

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Department of Athletics

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About Us

 

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

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Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Department Information

 

Department of Athletics

Job Summary

 

The Athletic Director provides strategic vision and direction for the athletic department and competitive intercollegiate sports program. Intercollegiate sports include Baseball, Softball, Men's and Women's Basketball, Women's Soccer, Men's and Women's Golf, Men's and Women's Tennis, and Men's and Women's Track and Field, and Men's and Women's Cross Country. Additionally, Competition Cheer is also supported as a non NCAA sport. The anticipated start date for this position is June 2025.

The Director must abide by the rules and regulations established by Columbus State University, the Peachbelt Conference, and the NCAA. This position reports to the President and serves as a member of the Executive Leadership Team.

Responsibilities

 

Significant Duties & Responsibilities include:

• Serving as the college representative to the NCAA.
• Ensuring compliance with NCAA Division II regulations and institutional policies.
• Developing and implementing long-term strategies and facilities planning, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and priorities.
• Providing leadership for marketing athletic programs among students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the community.
• Building relationships with donors, alumni, and community partners.
• Developing and implementing fundraising strategies to support athletic programs; carrying a fundraising portfolio and reaching targeted goals set annually.
• Maintaining an athletic departmental budget and providing oversight of team budgets, including approval of expenditures.
• Leading and managing athletic staff, coaches, and administrators.
• Ensuring academic support, athletic success, and personal development of student-athletes.
• Hiring, evaluating, and developing coaching staff.
• Developing and implementing crisis management plans.
• Addressing and resolving athletic department issues and concerns.
• Serving as the athletic department's primary spokesperson, ensuring effective communication with the campus community, stakeholders, and media.

 

Required Qualifications

 

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of ten (10) years of coaching and athletic administrative experience.
• A strong commitment to the student-athlete concept and a working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of equipment or vehicle operated.

Preferred Qualifications

 

Preferred Qualifications include: Master's degree in a related field.

Proposed Salary

 

The proposed annualized salary range for this position is $140k - 150k and includes full benefits. 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

 

• Strong and demonstrated knowledge of intercollegiate athletics.
• Strong and demonstrated knowledge of the rules and regulations governing intercollegiate athletics.
• Strong and demonstrated knowledge of budget development and management principles.
• Strong knowledge of Leadership principles and practices.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge in strategic planning principles, decision making, and problem solving.
• Strong knowledge in marketing and fundraising strategies.
• Strong skills in conflict resolution, interpersonal relations, and dealing with the general public.
• Strong skills in collaboration and team building.
• Strong skills in adaptability and crisis management.
• Strong time management and organization skills.
• Strong skills in the delegation of responsibility and authority.

 

Contact Information

 

If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources via email at hr@columbusstate.edu

USG Core Values

 

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....

Institutional Values

 

• Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.
• Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.
• Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.
• Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.
• Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.
• Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.

Conditions of Employment

 

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties: 

• A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
• Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.
  

 *Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *

 For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

 All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Equal Employment Opportunity

 

Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.

Other Information

 

This is a supervisory position.
This position has financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive, if needed.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position is required to travel.
This position does require a credit check.

Background Check

 

• Position of Trust 
• Credit Check

Special Applicant Instructions

 

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