Athletic Director

University of Mount Union; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mount Union seeks an Athletic Director to lead all facets of its intercollegiate athletic program in line with NCAA Division III guidelines and the Ohio Athletic Conference. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the AD will oversee coaches, staff, compliance, academics, facilities, and external relations.

This role requires strategic leadership, strong budgeting and fundraising abilities, and a commitment to student-athlete success and NIL oversight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in Sports Administration, management, or coaching.
• Five years of successful administrative experience in an athletic department or similar setting.
• Knowledge of NCAA Division III and OAC rules and ethics.
• Ability to motivate learning and oversee recruitment of student-athletes.
• Strong ethical leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of the 26 intercollegiate sports offered by the University.
• Proficiency with technology applicable to the position.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the administration and management of the athletic program in accordance with NCAA DIII and OAC rules.
• Manage daily operations including budgeting, scheduling, travel, facilities, and game-day logistics.
• Monitor academic progress of student-athletes.
• Supervise athletic staff and coaches.
• Oversee athletic training and strength/conditioning programs and facilities.
• Act as chief strategist to align programs with the University's mission and strategic plan.
• Foster relationships with alumni, businesses, and donors for athletics fundraising.
• Oversee NIL program and athletic compliance and athlete eligibility.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Staff supervision

NCAA compliance

Recruitment

Communication

Diversity commitment

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Technology applications

Job description

This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and implements all aspects of the University’s intercollegiate athletic program, as part of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (“NCAA”) Division III guidelines. Must have a clear understanding of NCAA Division III rules and philosophy, and a commitment to recruiting, developing and graduating quality student-athletes. This individual will be responsible for overseeing all coaches and athletic department personnel, including, but not limited to administration, team sports, athletic training, athletic communications, marketing, fund-raising, and strength and conditioning.

• Responsible for the overall administration and management of the University’s athletic program, in accordance with NCAA Division III and Ohio Athletic Conference (OAC) rules, regulations, and guidelines.
• Manage the daily operations of the program, including budgeting and expense management, practice and game scheduling, travel, facility oversight, and game day organization, including ticket sales, concessions, safety, and security.
• Monitor the academic progress of student athletes.
• Supervise the athletic staff, including administration, head coaches, assistant coaches, and other support staff.
• Manage the athletic training and strength and conditioning programs, equipment and facilities of the University.
• Act as the chief strategist for the athletic department and align the programs with the overall mission and strategic plan of the University.
• Foster a cooperative work environment and provide mutual support to all constituencies of the campus.
• Participate as a member of President’s Council.
• Oversee the sports information and athletic communications area, including marketing, sponsorship, and website promotions.
• Attend NCAA and OAC conferences or meetings as a representative of the University.
• Represent the University’s athletic program with sportsmanship, integrity and professionalism.
• Analyze the athletic department’s various programs and make recommendations for improvements.
• Provide oversight of the University’s Name, Image and Likeness (“NIL”) program.
• Monitor the athletic compliance and athlete eligibility, pursuant to NCAA Division III and OAC requirements.
• Promote relationships with stakeholder, such as alumni, businesses, and friends of the University for fund-raising for athletics.

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred, with special consideration given to degrees in Sports Administration, management, or coaching.
• Five years successful administrative experience in an athletic department or background in administering other athletic organizations, with special consideration given for college coaching experience.
• Knowledge and appreciation of NCAA Division III and OAC rules, regulations, and understanding of the philosophy and ethics of Division III departments and student athletes.
• Ability to successfully impart knowledge and motivate learning in student athletes.
• Ability to assist and provide oversight on the recruitment of student athletes.
• Strong, ethical leadership skills, ethical character, and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of the 26 inter-collegiate sports offered by the University.
• Proficiency with technology applications applicable to the position
• Commitment to diversity.
• Ability to provide conflict resolution,
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and extended hours.
• Must pass a background check and be able to travel, have a valid driver’s license, and be able to secure and operate University vehicles safely.

Expectations: Uphold the high professional standard of conduct expected of each person on campus as outlined in our Employee Handbook. Build positive interpersonal relationships in and out of the athletic department by attending University functions, both social and professional; staff meetings; faculty meetings; serving on committees; etc.

This position is required to complete assigned University compliance training as communicated by the University.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. When requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

The University of Mount Union is an equal opportunity employer. The University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, marital or parental status, pregnancy, disability, or genetic information in student admissions, financial aid, educational or athletic programs, or employment as now or may hereafter be required by university policy and federal or state law.