Deputy/Senior Associate Director of Athletics for Internal Operations

About the role

The University of Chicago is a member of the University Athletic Association and the NCAA (Division III). The University sponsors 20 varsity sports. The Department of Athletics & Recreation maintains an environment that supports the student athletes' commitment to thriving academically and athletically. A diverse, challenging athletic program supplements the rigorous academic curriculum. The lessons learned through athletic endeavors represent an invaluable part of the nonacademic aspects of a holistic education. Achieving this goal is based on a commitment to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a member of the leadership team and lead daily department management in the Director of Athletics absence.
• Represents the University of Chicago Athletics Department as the Senior Woman Administrator (SWA).
• Develops and implements an overall recruiting plan.
• Manages the Department's community engagement activities.
• Ensures student-athletes and athletics representatives comply with NCAA and University rules and regulations.
• Collaborates with senior leadership team to optimize event management and facility scheduling.
• Manages a team of managers and professionals responsible for the planning, coaching, recruiting, administration, and promotion of University intercollegiate athletics programs.

Requirements

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline are preferred.

Qualifications

Education: Advanced degree. Experience: Seven years of athletic administration experience. Managerial experience. Certifications: Valid driver's license. Technical Skills Or Knowledge: Proficient in computer skills, Microsoft Windows computer environment, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access and other software. Strong knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Skills

• Communicate effectively and with influence.
• Exhibit resilience and optimize resources.
• Display emotional intelligence.
• Foster partnership and collaboration.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exercise excellent judgement.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Establish effective working relationships, professional rapport, and effectively accomplish strategic goals across the university.
• Possess strong organizational skills, conduct research and present data in a clear and persuasive manner.
• Show strong attention to detail and accuracy; strong skills in analytical problem-solving, and prioritize and manage issues and tasks.

Benefits

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Pay

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. Pay Rate Type: Salary. FLSA Status: Exempt. Pay Range: $115,000.00 - $125,000.00.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)
• References Contact Information (3) (preferred)

Working Conditions

• Willing and able to travel to campus and/or non-campus locations for University business.
• Willing and able to work evenings and weekends.