Director of Athletics

include the development and support of campus recreation, managing campus athletics and fitness facilities; and promoting the integration of Athletics into the overall college experience. The AD may also serve as a coach. Requires frequent evening, weekend work and occasional travel is also required.

Responsibilities

•Oversee the organization and management of all areas of the athletics department including personnel, policy development and procedures.

•Develop vision and strategic planning for Alverno College athletics that support the mission of the college.

•Create and support a positive atmosphere and culture of transparency.

•Provide strategic leadership for student-athlete recruitment, enrollment, and retention.

•Establish annual roster, recruitment and retention goals in partnership with Enrollment; hold coaches accountable for recruitment activity, enrollment, retention, and outcomes.

•Develop strategies to improve competitiveness and enhance the student-athlete experience.

•May serve as the Head Coach for a team.

•May develop new athletic teams as appropriate.

•Ensure compliance with all Title IX, NCAA, and institutional policies and regulations.

•Collaborate with athletics staff to promote academic success, retention, and graduation for all student athletes through partnerships with the campus and community.

•Provide mentorship and professional development for athletics staff that fosters collaboration, teamwork, competitiveness, achievement and a positive culture.

•Lead and advance all athletics fund raising and expanding alumnae engagement.

•Manage the Athletics budget and facilities with both the departmental and college goals in mind.

•Represent Alverno at NCAA meetings and teleconferences and the NCAA Convention, providing input on policies, procedures, and proposals as appropriate.

•Collaborate with colleagues across campus to enhance the student-athlete experience and promote the integration of Athletics into the overall college experience.

•Co-chair the Athletic Advisory Committee (with FAR – Faculty Athletic Representative).

•Oversee the development and operation of the recreation program to enhance campus life and support the development of lifelong activity for good health. The recreation program will include intramurals, including the entire campus community.

•Actively participate in Student Affairs meetings, College committees, and official College functions when appropriate.

•Maintain communication with other colleges, professional peers and organizations to remain current in areas of responsibility. Memberships with NCAA and other professional associations as pertinent.

•Perform other tasks as necessary to support the mission of the College.
Qualifications
•    Bachelor’s Degree required.   •    Progressively responsible experience in collegiate athletics, including demonstrated leadership responsibility for coaches, staff, programs, or athletics operations. NCAA Division III experience strongly preferred. •    Documented success in fundraising desired.  •    Must have the ability to develop and articulate measurable program objectives and facilitate implementation. •    Requires the ability to communicate and respond to both internal and external customers professionally and in a timely manner.   •    Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, faculty, students, and the general public. •    Familiarity with an Alverno sport preferred. •    Requires strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize. •    Requires the ability to work with and maintain confidential information. •    Requires a working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) •    Must be able to work evenings and weekends as necessary to attend practices and events.  Occasional travel is required. •    Current driver’s license, meeting the qualifications to drive rented Alverno vehicles. •    Must be able to move freely, including the ability to frequently walk, stand, stoop, bend and carry a minimum of 25 lbs.
Physical Requirements
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. •    Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a computer or attending meetings.  •    Ability to move throughout campus and athletic facilities, including indoor and outdoor venues, to oversee programs, events, and operations.  •    Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through electronic communication.  •    Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers and mobile devices.  •    Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds, such as athletic equipment, event materials, or office supplies.  •    Ability to travel locally and occasionally out of town for conference meetings, athletic events, recruiting, fundraising, or professional development.  •    Ability to work evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays as required to support athletic events and institutional activities.
Work Environment
•    Work is performed in a combination of office, classroom, athletic facility, and outdoor environments.  •    Regular exposure to varying weather conditions while attending outdoor practices, competitions, and special events.  •    Frequent interaction with students, coaches, faculty, staff, alumni, officials, donors, and community partners.  •    The position requires flexibility to respond to time-sensitive issues and events outside of normal business hours.  •    Occasional travel by personal vehicle, college vehicle, or commercial transportation may be required.  •    The work environment is generally moderate in noise level but may become loud during athletic competitions and special events.