Director of Athletics

Susquehanna University; Selinsgrove (Snyder County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Susquehanna University invites applications and nominations for the position of director of athletics. The university seeks a collaborative, strategic, and student-centered leader to build on a tradition of competitive excellence and advance a holistic student-athlete experience.

The director will play a key role in supporting enrollment, student success, and engagement on campus. This is an on-site position beginning in early 2027.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for Susquehanna University's intercollegiate athletics, club sports, and recreation programs.
• Oversee 23 NCAA Division III varsity sports, 70+ coaches and staff, and about 600 student-athletes.
• Manage an operating budget of approximately $1.7 million and align athletics with the university's mission and priorities.
• Collaborate with faculty and campus partners including Student Life, Enrollment Management, Finance, Operations, and Communications.

Job description

Director of Athletics

Susquehanna University

Job Details

• Job Type: Staff - Full-Time Benefits Eligible
• FLSA: Exempt
• Hours per week: 40
• Number of months: 12
• Location: Selinsgrove, PA
• Closing Date: 11/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

About Susquehanna

Susquehanna University is the future-ready institution for today, invested in cultivating intellectual grounding, active learning and global citizenship for all students. Renowned as one of the finest U.S. national liberal arts colleges, Susquehanna inspires and challenges 2,200 enterprising, bright-minded students studying the arts, business, humanities and sciences. Our students seize opportunities through exceptional worldwide internships, expert-guided research and an acclaimed study-abroad program, leading to a transformative education that empowers each graduate to realize their unique potential and lead a successful and meaningful life. The Susquehanna River Valley with its fresh air and overall pleasant year-round climate, provides four distinct seasons amidst a backdrop of vibrant autumn foliage, occasional winter snowfalls, flower-filled springs and warm summer evenings illuminated by fireflies. Nearby outdoor recreational areas for hiking, kayaking, fishing and skiing - and the bustling cultural and commerce hubs of New York City, Washington D.C., Baltimore and Philadelphia within a three-hour drive - present abundant opportunities for learning and discovery.

Job Summary

Susquehanna University invites applications and nominations for the position of director of athletics. The university seeks a collaborative, strategic, and student-centered leader to build on a tradition of competitive excellence, strengthen departmental culture and operations, and advance a holistic and equitable student-athlete experience. The next director will play an important role in supporting enrollment, student success, and engagement across the university. This is an on-site position. The anticipated start date is early 2027.

Responsibilities of the Position

Reporting to the provost and dean of the faculty, the director of athletics provides strategic leadership and oversight for Susquehanna University's intercollegiate athletics, club sports, and recreation programs. The director is responsible for 23 NCAA Division III varsity sports, more than 70 coaches and staff, approximately 600 student-athletes, and an operating budget of approximately $1.7 million. The director advances academic and athletic excellence, student-athlete well-being, and a holistic and equitable student experience, aligned with the university's mission and strategic priorities. As a senior leader within Academic Affairs, the director oversees departmental operations, resource management, compliance, program development, and assessment while fostering a collaborative and accountable departmental culture. The director works closely with faculty and campus partners, including Student Life, Enrollment Management, Finance, Operations, University Communications and Marketing, and University Advancement, to strengthen student success, institutional enrollment, campus engagement, and external support for athletics.