Director, Varsity Athletics Programs

Stanford Reglab; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Reglab in Palo Alto is seeking a senior athletics administrator to oversee varsity sport programs and collaborate with head coaches to promote athletic excellence and student-athlete success. The role emphasizes compliance with NCAA/ACC regulations, resource planning, and strategic leadership across departments.

You will participate in coach recruitment, budget oversight, and event coverage, including travel, while reporting to the Executive Associate Athletic Director for Sports

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Five or more years of experience in collegiate athletics administration.
• Experience working with coaches, athletic administrators, and departmental partners.
• Working knowledge of NCAA regulations, conference requirements, and policies governing intercollegiate athletics.
• Experience supporting sport program planning, day-to-day operations, and the coordination of resources across multiple functions.
• Experience assisting with sport program budgets and expenditure monitoring.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities across multiple programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee varsity sport programs in collaboration with head coaches to promote excellence and sustained program success.
• Provide guidance to head coaches, ensuring adherence to NCAA/ACC regulations and university policies.
• Participate in head coach recruitment, hiring, and salary recommendations with senior leadership.
• Maintain presence at varsity events; travel as required.
• Assist with budget development and stewardship for assigned programs.
• Collaborate with Athletics leadership and cross-functional partners to address sport-related issues.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Relationship Building

Communication Skills

Leadership

Adaptability & Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Stanford Reglab in Palo Alto is seeking a senior athletics administrator to oversee varsity sport programs and collaborate with head coaches to promote athletic excellence and student-athlete success. The role emphasizes compliance with NCAA/ACC regulations, resource planning, and strategic leadership across departments.

You will participate in coach recruitment, budget oversight, and event coverage, including travel, while reporting to the Executive Associate Athletic Director for Sports