Organize and implement a successful recruiting program that attracts academically and athletically talented prospects with an unwavering commitment to retention, degree completion and academic success.

Conduct all aspects of the program in accordance with NCAA rules, conference regulations, athletic department policies and university procedures.

Foster an atmosphere of sportsmanship, professionalism and respect among athletics staff, coaches and student-athletes.

Promote student-athlete safety and welfare in all aspects of the program.

Manage team needs within the parameters of the annual budget. Review budget requests and projected fiscal needs.

Schedule team travel, practices and contests in accordance with university policies, conference scheduling guidelines and NCAA bylaws under the direction of the head coach.

Review student-athlete eligibility requirements to ensure full compliance with governing rules and regulations.

Maintain positive working relationships with university staff, including Admission, Academic Affairs, Advancement and Student Affairs, as well as departmental staff to support an efficient and effective program.

Maintain relationships with parents, alumni, friends of the program and other stakeholders to promote the athletics department.

Attend and participate in athletics department meetings and NCAA rules education sessions.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a flexible, fast-paced team environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to academic integrity, gender equity and student-athlete welfare, along with knowledge of NCAA and Title IX requirements.

Education, Experience, and Certifications

• Comprehensive understanding of NCAA athletics required.
• Bachelor's degree required or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required.
• Successful completion of an NCAA compliance background check.
• Successful completion of the annual coaches' exam in accordance with NCAA guidelines.
• Successful completion of first aid, CPR and AED certification.

Physical Requirements and Work Schedule

• This position requires travel and variable work hours, including nights and weekends.

Behavioral Expectations

• Maintain a positive attitude
• Maintain high integrity, confidentiality, and ethical standards.
• Maintain a healthy and safe environment.
• Maintain and contribute to a professional, respectful, courteous, diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment
• Treat other individuals with dignity, respect, and kindness.
• Adhere to all university policies, procedures, standards, values, and comply with all federal, state, and local laws.

Position requirements in the role description outlined above indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job competently. Role descriptions are an overview of the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the position and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list for the position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related assignments as requested and acquire new skills and responsibilities. Lenoir-Rhyne University reserves the right to modify, add, remove, or waive the responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position.

About Lenoir-Rhyne University

Lenoir-Rhyne University is a co-educational, private, comprehensive institution founded in 1891, with its traditional campus located in Hickory, North Carolina, a city of more than 40,000. The university has additional graduate centers in Asheville, N.C., and Columbia, S.C. Situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Lenoir- Rhyne is less than an hour’s drive from Charlotte, and the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton Metropolitan Statistical Area has a population of about 365,000. The university now offers more than 45 undergraduate and 20 graduate degree programs to approximately 2,400 students. Lenoir-Rhyne University seeks to liberate mind and spirit, clarify personal faith, foster physical wholeness, build community, and promote responsible leadership for service to the world. Affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), Lenoir-Rhyne is open to people from all religious and non-religious backgrounds.

Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity Policy

Lenoir-Rhyne University is committed to providing a workplace and educational environment, as well as other benefits, programs, and activities that are free from discrimination, harassment and retaliation.

LR is committed to creating a safe campus environment for all members of the LR community, including, but not limited to, those who identify as transgender and gender non-conforming. To that end, LR does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including sex stereotypes and sex characteristics), ethnicity, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law.

To ensure compliance with federal and state civil rights laws and regulations and to affirm its commitment to promoting the goals of fairness and equity in all aspects of the educational program, activity and employment, LR has developed internal policies and procedures that provide a prompt, fair and impartial process for those involved in an allegation of discrimination or harassment, and for allegations of retaliation.

LR values and upholds the equal dignity of all members of its community and strives to balance the rights of the parties in the grievance process during what is often a difficult time for all those involved.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Lenoir-Rhyne University promotes a welcoming campus environment that is integral to the university's commitment to excellence in engagement and education. We are particularly interested in candidates who have demonstrated experience nurturing a welcoming community, working with faculty, staff, and/or students from all walks of life and/or incorporating varied perspectives and traditions in their current or previous positions. This commitment is rooted in our Lutheran tradition of fostering wisdom, nurturing vocation, and preparing students for lives of purpose while serving the common good.

Organize and implement a successful recruiting program that attracts academically and athletically talented prospects with an unwavering commitment to retention, degree completion and academic success.

Conduct all aspects of the program in accordance with NCAA rules, conference regulations, athletic department policies and university procedures.

Foster an atmosphere of sportsmanship, professionalism and respect among athletics staff, coaches and student-athletes.

Promote student-athlete safety and welfare in all aspects of the program.

Manage team needs within the parameters of the annual budget. Review budget requests and projected fiscal needs.

Schedule team travel, practices and contests in accordance with university policies, conference scheduling guidelines and NCAA bylaws under the direction of the head coach.

Review student-athlete eligibility requirements to ensure full compliance with governing rules and regulations.

Maintain positive working relationships with university staff, including Admission, Academic Affairs, Advancement and Student Affairs, as well as departmental staff to support an efficient and effective program.

Maintain relationships with parents, alumni, friends of the program and other stakeholders to promote the athletics department.

Attend and participate in athletics department meetings and NCAA rules education sessions.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a flexible, fast-paced team environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to academic integrity, gender equity and student-athlete welfare, along with knowledge of NCAA and Title IX requirements.

Education, Experience, and Certifications

• Comprehensive understanding of NCAA athletics required.
• Bachelor's degree required or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required.
• Successful completion of an NCAA compliance background check.
• Successful completion of the annual coaches' exam in accordance with NCAA guidelines.
• Successful completion of first aid, CPR and AED certification.

Physical Requirements and Work Schedule

• This position requires travel and variable work hours, including nights and weekends.

Behavioral Expectations

• Maintain a positive attitude
• Maintain high integrity, confidentiality, and ethical standards.
• Maintain a healthy and safe environment.
• Maintain and contribute to a professional, respectful, courteous, diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment
• Treat other individuals with dignity, respect, and kindness.
• Adhere to all university policies, procedures, standards, values, and comply with all federal, state, and local laws.

Position requirements in the role description outlined above indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job competently. Role descriptions are an overview of the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the position and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list for the position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related assignments as requested and acquire new skills and responsibilities. Lenoir-Rhyne University reserves the right to modify, add, remove, or waive the responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position.

About Lenoir-Rhyne University

Lenoir-Rhyne University is a co-educational, private, comprehensive institution founded in 1891, with its traditional campus located in Hickory, North Carolina, a city of more than 40,000. The university has additional graduate centers in Asheville, N.C., and Columbia, S.C. Situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Lenoir- Rhyne is less than an hour’s drive from Charlotte, and the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton Metropolitan Statistical Area has a population of about 365,000. The university now offers more than 45 undergraduate and 20 graduate degree programs to approximately 2,400 students. Lenoir-Rhyne University seeks to liberate mind and spirit, clarify personal faith, foster physical wholeness, build community, and promote responsible leadership for service to the world. Affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), Lenoir-Rhyne is open to people from all religious and non-religious backgrounds.

Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity Policy

Lenoir-Rhyne University is committed to providing a workplace and educational environment, as well as other benefits, programs, and activities that are free from discrimination, harassment and retaliation.

LR is committed to creating a safe campus environment for all members of the LR community, including, but not limited to, those who identify as transgender and gender non-conforming. To that end, LR does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including sex stereotypes and sex characteristics), ethnicity, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law.

To ensure compliance with federal and state civil rights laws and regulations and to affirm its commitment to promoting the goals of fairness and equity in all aspects of the educational program, activity and employment, LR has developed internal policies and procedures that provide a prompt, fair and impartial process for those involved in an allegation of discrimination or harassment, and for allegations of retaliation.

LR values and upholds the equal dignity of all members of its community and strives to balance the rights of the parties in the grievance process during what is often a difficult time for all those involved.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Lenoir-Rhyne University promotes a welcoming campus environment that is integral to the university's commitment to excellence in engagement and education. We are particularly interested in candidates who have demonstrated experience nurturing a welcoming community, working with faculty, staff, and/or students from all walks of life and/or incorporating varied perspectives and traditions in their current or previous positions. This commitment is rooted in our Lutheran tradition of fostering wisdom, nurturing vocation, and preparing students for lives of purpose while serving the common good.