Director of Athletics

About the role

The College is looking for exceptional colleagues to join the MVCC community. We are currently seeking a Director of Athletics in our Athletics Department.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, evaluates, and supports athletic department personnel, including coaching staff, and participates in recruitment and hiring processes.
• Maintains compliance with National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) requirements and standards.
• Develops a schedule (day, time, location) of athletic events and practices.
• Collaborates with the Dean in implementing annual plans for improving the quality of program offerings and services.
• Sustains ongoing professional development of staff.
• Supports recruitment efforts with colleges and high schools, as appropriate.
• Collaborates with other areas across the College in the interest of supporting student athlete success.
• Develops the program budgets.
• Assists with ordering equipment and supplies within budget guidelines.
• Participates in the planning and fulfillment of the Athletic Department’s Strategic Plan.
• Affords support for college-wide events such as, but not limited to, commencement ceremonies, open houses, and orientations and assists with the coordination of athletic events.
• Collaborates with Institutional Advancement on Athletic Department fundraising events.
• Promotes athletic programs through community outreach, social media, recruitment, event promotion, and collaboration with marketing and communications staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in sports management, physical education, higher education, or related field
• Experience in collegiate athletics administration, coaching, teaching, or related leadership roles
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining high academic standards for student athletes
• Ability to manage coaches in a variety of responsibilities and circumstances
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as needed
• Valid driver’s license

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (preferred)
• NJCAA experience (preferred)
• Athletic facility management experience (preferred)
• Budget management experience (preferred)

Benefits

Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Pay

$75,500

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm. Must have the ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required.