Deputy Athletic Director

University of Redlands; Redlands (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Redlands seeks a Deputy Athletic Director (Exempt, 12 months) to provide strategic leadership for all athletics operations, budgeting, and sponsorships. This senior role collaborates with internal and external groups, oversees staff, and serves as sport administrator for assigned teams.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, 3-5 years in collegiate athletic administration, strong communication, and a California driver’s license. Evening/weekend hours and travel are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3-5 years in collegiate athletic administration.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgement.
• California driver’s license required; valid license with forward requirement if out-of-state.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders regularly.
• Represent the department positively and advocate for the University.
• Collaborate with coaches, student-athletes, administration, and officials.
• Oversee sponsorships and community engagement with Advancement.
• Manage contractual agreements with vendors and partners.
• Lead multi-year fiscal planning with the VPIA.
• Supervise staff and approve timesheets and performance reviews.
• Support strategic partnerships, revenue generation, and cross-functional projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Policy compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Position Code: 8031

DEPARTMENT/ADMINISTRATION: Office of Athletics

POSITION: Exempt (12 months), Full-time (40 Hours)

SALARY RANGE: $90,000- $105,000

HIRING RANGE: Anticipated hiring range is near or at the minimum of the classification,

Commensurate With Candidate's Education, Experience, Skills, And Training.

AVAILABLE: Immediately

POSTING DATE: August 13th, 2026

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled, Apply Immediately.

Definition Of Classification

The Deputy Athletic Director is a senior executive administrator who serves as second in-command to the Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics (VPIA) at the University of Redlands. Provides strategic leadership and planning related to all athletics operations, including but not limited to: internal operations, budgeting, capital planning initiatives, contract management, human resource management, sponsorships, special events and sport supervision. This position will also serve as a liaison to internal and external groups including Student Life and Advancement/Alumni Relations, outside contractors and other groups. This position will serve as the designated sport administrator for assigned athletic teams.

This position requires flexibility to work evening and weekend hours as well as the ability to travel, as required.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Serves as liaison and meet regularly with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Represents the department in a positive manner and effectively advocates for the interests of the University and the department.
• Collaborates with key stakeholders, including coaches, student-\u2011athletes, University administration, and conference officials to align operational strategies with overarching development goals.
• Oversees athletic sponsorships and community engagement efforts in collaboration with the University Advancement office.
• Manages all contractual agreements with external and internal vendors, operators, visiting institutions and/or suppliers.
• Engages in multi-year fiscal planning, assessing revenue and expense categories in conjunction with the VPIA.
• Manages the athletic department policies and procedures. Recommends operating guidelines or changes to policy/procedures, as needed.
• Supports VPIA with leadership of key strategic partnership initiatives, revenue generation and cross-functional projects.
• Mentors coaches and supports emerging unit leaders while building strong connectivity and partnership across the University community.
• Serves as sport administrator for assigned sports.
• Oversight of Compliance, Sports Medicine and Sport Performance areas.
• Supervises, plans, directs, and assigns work of assigned staff; makes hiring and disciplinary decisions; provides feedback on performance and approve timesheets.
• Executes special projects, strategic planning initiatives and other duties as assigned by the VPIA.

Qualification Guidelines

Experience/Training/Education

Required

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3-5 years in collegiate athletic administration
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgement.
• A valid California Class C CA driver’s license with a good driving record is required. Note: Out-of-state licenses are valid until appointment. A valid California Class "C" driver’s license must be obtained within ten (10) days of appointment (in accordance with CA Vehicle Code 12505c).

Preferred

• Master’s degree preferred
• Experience leading several administrative teams at one time

Knowledge And Skills

• Communicate effectively and follow instructions, both verbally and in writing.
• Aptitude to learn new and evolving technology and recommend ways to improve position’s efficiency.
• Excellent technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to recommend appropriate courses of action within established guidelines.
• Ability to foster strong, positive relationships and align both internal and external resources to achieve university objectives.
• Ability to exercise discretion and work with confidentiality.
• Must be able to competently interact with a culturally and ethnically diverse population of students, faculty, and staff.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Working Conditions:

Standard office setting. Duties performed are primarily in an office environment while sitting at a desk or computer workstation or in meetings. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.

Physical Demands

Incumbents regularly sit for long periods; walk short distances on a regular basis; may travel to various locations to attend meetings and conduct work; use hands and fingers to operate an electronic keyboard or other office machines; reach with hands and arms; stoop or kneel or crouch to file; climb stairs; speak clearly and distinctly to answer telephones and to provide information; see to read fine print and operate computer; hear and understand voices over telephone and in person; and lift, carry and/or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

HIRING RANGE

Anticipated hiring range is near or at the minimum of the classification, commensurate with candidate’s education, experience, skills, and training. The University of Redlands is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range for this position is defined as the Full Pay Range. The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is defined as the Hiring Range. Placement within the Hiring Range is determined by internal equity, and relevant qualifications.

BACKGROUND CHECK

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. The University will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current employee who was conditionally offered the position.

DRIVER'S LICENSE CHECK

Possession of a valid Driver's License is required for certain positions. Employees in positions that require a valid Driver’s License will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program which confirms possession of a valid driver’s license and reflects driving record.

PHYSICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAMS

For certain positions typically in Public Safety, Facilities, Athletics and Information Technology Services departments, employment is contingent upon a candidate passing a pre-employment physical exam with the ability to lift in excess of 50 lbs. Public Safety Officers, in addition to a pre-employment physical exam, will also be required to pass a psychological evaluation.

FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT

Human Resources (redlands.edu)

SUBMISSION OF A RESUME OR APPLICATION INDICATES AGREEMENT THAT THE UNIVERSITY MAY VERIFY ANY AND ALL INFORMATION CONTAINED THEREIN.

MEMBERS OF UNDERREPRESENTED GROUPS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

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