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Director of Intercollegiate Athletics
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Salem, OR, United States
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Willamette University announces a full-time position for a Director of Intercollegiate Athletics (ICA) that is responsible for the overall leadership of the Willamette University intercollegiate athletic program. Job portal: Company website
The Director is responsible for the management of athletic administrative staff and coaching personnel, including recruitment, evaluation and assessment. The Director is responsible for efficiently managing all fiscal operations, including preparation and administration of the department’s annual operating budget.
The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following functions, which are not listed in any particular order of important or significance: • Serves as the Senior Administrator of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, creating and reinforcing an environment for a competitive and respected intercollegiate sports program that is committed to student athlete success. • Articulate the philosophy, guiding principles, strategic goals and learning outcomes of the WU Athletics department. • Recommends, creates, and implements long and short-term strategic plan goals and operational plans for the department. • As a member of the campus community, the Director builds effective alliances internally and externally and initiates and develops strong working relationships with faculty, staff, alumni and community members. • Oversees the proper application of all applicable rules and policies, certifies participation eligibility for athletes, represents the department as it relates to University policy and operations, and directs all operations and meetings of the Department of Athletics. • Serves as the President’s University representative at athletic meetings and events. Works with internal and external stakeholders such as; parents, alumni, campus visitors, Admissions, Northwest Conference (NWC), National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). • Supervises and participates in the development, implementation, and management of all Department of Intercollegiate Athletics related budgets. • Serves as department representative to the athletic booster group Executive Committee. Seeks out and recruits prospective new members, directs monthly meetings, and serves as the budget controller on behalf of the Executive Committee. • Leads, administers, and manages the principles of Athletics administration, budgeting and personnel management, NCAA III and NWC rules and regulations, Title IX compliance, gender equity and diversity. • Serves as supervisor of Athletics management positions. • Supervises all Intercollegiate Athletics Department personnel. Oversees and assists each coach with the budgeting and operation of their sport as well as oversees student evaluation of each coach and sport. • Works with the Office of University Advancement and serves as primary development person for the department. • Serves as coordinator for all administrative evaluations. • Shares responsibility of game management. • Performs other duties as assigned.
This is a full-time, year round position. This position is eligible for the University’s generous benefits package that includes: medical/dental insurance, sick and vacation accruals, contribution of 10% of gross base pay from the University in exchange for a mandatory contribution of 1% by the employee, tuition remission, and holidays.
Willamette University, founded in 1842, is the oldest institution of higher education in the Far West. Situated in Oregon’s capital city, Willamette includes the College of Liberal Arts (approximately 2,000 students), and graduate programs in Law and Management. The university is committed to living out its motto “Not unto ourselves alone are we born” by incorporating the principles of sustainability, social justice, and action. Salem is located in the center of the picturesque Willamette Valley, approximately an hour’s drive from the Pacific Coast, the Cascade Mountains, and the cities of Portland and Eugene. For more information about Willamette, visit our website at Company website/
Believing that diversity contributes to academic excellence and to rich and rewarding communities, Willamette is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff and student body. We seek candidates, particularly those from historically under represented groups, whose work furthers diversity and who bring to campus varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.
Requirements:
1. Master’s degree in athletics administration, physical education, sports, exercise, recreation, or a related field.
2. Minimum of five years of experience and demonstrated success in planning, organizing, and leadership of college athletics operations, administration, and coaching at a management level.
3. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills are essential, as well as the ability to effectively establish relationships internally and externally; excellent written and verbal communication skills.
4. Strong proficiency in the use of computer for communications, data management, data reporting, and budget review and analysis. Ability to learn and adapt quickly to new software.
5. Knowledge of and a record of success in leading, administering, and managing an NCAA intercollegiate athletics program.
6. Knowledge of the principles of athletics administration, budgeting and personnel management, NCAA and NWC rules and regulations, Title IX compliance, gender equity and diversity.
7. Ability to promote the core academic values of Willamette University and the role of athletics in its mission, including a rich understanding of student learning and success.
8. Commitment to a whole-student perspective and student-focused strategies from the point of recruitment throughout a student’s graduation.
9. A successful record of, and commitment to, promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and the development of diverse organizations.
10. Experience and understanding of fundraising, community involvement, and marketing to lead the development and pursuit of athletics fundraising goals. Ability to work in close coordination with University Advancement especially development and alumni relations efforts to develop strategic priorities. Enthusiasm about meeting with donors and prospective donors as part of on-going fundraising and outreach activities.
11. Thorough knowledge of athletic programs administration and maintenance.
12. General knowledge of objectives and rules of all sports sponsored by the University.
13. Ability to manage simultaneously various programs and operations within the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. Ability to plan, organize, and implement special programs related to the University’s programs and operations.
14. Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relations with other staff, faculty and students. Proven record of teamwork and collaboration. Ability to effectively interact with a wide variety of people in a manner that positively portrays the University and its programs, personnel, and philosophies.
15. Must possess and maintain a current driver’s license valid in the State of Oregon and a driving record insurable by the University’s insurer.
16. This position is subject to a criminal conviction record check.
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Additional Salary Information: Salary is commensurate depending on experience, education and background.
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