Executive Associate Athletics Director – Dartmouth College

CSA Search; Hanover (NH); Sur place; USD 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Dartmouth College seeks an experienced, collaborative leader to serve as Executive Associate Athletics Director for Sport Administration. You will contribute to strategic direction, operational oversight, and administrative leadership across 35 NCAA Division I varsity sports, reporting to the Director of Athletics and Recreation.

As a senior leader, you will supervise selected programs, lead cross-departmental initiatives, and develop dashboards and resources to enhance decision-making and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with six years of athletics administrative experience.
• Demonstrated leadership, management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven project management experience with complex initiatives.

Responsabilités

• Provide strategic direction and operational oversight across Dartmouth’s 35 NCAA Division I varsity sports.
• Co-lead varsity sports administration, supervise sport programs, and lead cross-departmental initiatives.
• Develop resources, dashboards, and tools to strengthen decision-making and efficiency.
• Collaborate with compliance to align schedules and operations with NCAA, Ivy League and conference rules.
• Represent Dartmouth Athletics on committees and with external stakeholders.

Connaissances

Leadership

Strategic planning

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

Six+ years athletics admin experience

Description du poste

CSA is proud to partner with Dartmouth College on the search for an Executive Associate Athletics Director for Sport Administration.

Job Description

Dartmouth College seeks an experienced, collaborative, and strategic leader to serve as its Executive Associate Athletics Director for Sport Administration. As a member of the Director of Athletics and Recreation’s varsity sports senior leadership team, this individual will play a key role in providing strategic direction, operational oversight, and administrative leadership across Dartmouth’s 35 NCAA Division I varsity sports programs.

The Executive Associate Athletics Director will co-lead the administration of varsity sports, directly supervise selected sport programs, oversee and support a team of sport administrators, and lead cross-departmental initiatives that advance departmental priorities. The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, analytical, and project management skills, along with a commitment to supporting coaches, student-athletes, and the broader mission of Dartmouth College.

Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and Sport Administration

• Provide strategic leadership and direction across Dartmouth’s 35 NCAA Division I varsity sports, supporting program performance, operational effectiveness, and departmental priorities.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional initiatives, including roster management, resource allocation, benchmarking studies, and strategic projects.
• Supervise and support the sport administration team, ensuring consistent and effective oversight of varsity programs.
• Develop resources, performance dashboards, and administrative tools to strengthen decision-making and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with compliance staff to ensure competition schedules and program operations align with NCAA, Ivy League, and applicable conference requirements.

Sport Supervision and Program Oversight

• Provide direct supervision and strategic oversight of assigned varsity sports programs, including coaching personnel, scheduling, budgeting, fundraising, and program operations.
• Support the recruitment, hiring, evaluation, and professional development of coaches and staff.
• Evaluate program performance, resources, and strategic goals to support competitive excellence and the student-athlete experience.
• Maintain strong working relationships with coaches, student-athletes, athletics staff, alumni, and donors.
• Address sensitive programmatic and student-athlete matters with professionalism, sound judgment, and discretion.

Strategic Planning and Resource Management

• Lead departmental projects from planning through implementation, establishing timelines, resource plans, performance measures, and reporting processes.
• Analyze sport program data, operational practices, and peer institution benchmarks to identify opportunities for greater effectiveness and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Athletics Advancement to support fundraising priorities, donor engagement, and sport-specific giving initiatives.
• Participate in institutional roster management efforts, supporting compliance and gender equity requirements.

Departmental Leadership and Collaboration

• Serve as a member of the Director of Athletics and Recreation’s senior leadership team, contributing to departmental strategy, policy development, and administration.
• Build collaborative relationships across the College, including with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and athletics stakeholders.
• Represent Dartmouth Athletics on institutional committees and serve as a liaison to the Ivy League, NCAA, and other organizations as assigned.
• Advance the department’s mission and priorities while fostering a professional, collaborative, and welcoming environment.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of six years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least six years of athletics administrative experience.
• Demonstrated leadership, management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven project management experience, including the ability to lead complex initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with coaches, student-athletes, administrators, faculty, alumni, and donors.
• Demonstrated success building collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment.
• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous NCAA Division I sport supervisory experience.
• Experience in sport oversight and/or collegiate coaching.