Director of Athletics

About the position

The Athletics Director reports to the Vice-President for College Programs and leads the operation of all intercollegiate athletics programs. This position requires a comprehensive understanding of the college's mission and the philosophy of NCAA Division III athletics, as well as the ability to provide a clear vision for the athletics program that aligns with the college's strategic plan. The Athletics Director will collaborate with various departments to recruit student-athletes, promote academic success, and manage the athletic department with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Understand and appreciate the mission of the college and the philosophy of NCAA Division III athletics.
• Provide a clear vision of the role and mission of the athletics program that supports the college's overall mission and strategic plan.
• Serve on the College Programs Leadership Team.
• Collaborate with the Offices of Admissions and Financial Aid to develop the best plan for recruiting student-athletes.
• Establish an environment that promotes student success and integrates athletics into the broader educational mission of the college.
• Establish strong working relationships with faculty and College Programs staff.
• Manage the athletic department with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Work with the Office of Institutional Advancement to implement a plan for effective athletics fundraising.
• Coordinate with the Chair of the Nutrition, Health, and Human Performance department for supervision and scheduling of PE and athletic facilities.
• Serve as the faculty instructor of record for the PED 470 intercollegiate athletics activity course.
• Submit the Meredith College Athletics Annual Report and the program's annual Continuous Improvement Report.
• Develop a strategic plan for the athletics department.
• Review and provide regular updates to the student-athlete handbook and staff policy and procedure manual.
• Attend AD Council meetings for the USA South Athletic Conference.
• Oversee a multi-faceted athletics budget.
• Recruit, hire, mentor, and retain coaches and support staff.
• Serve as the direct report for head coaches and athletics administrative staff.
• Complete annual staff performance evaluations for direct reports.
• Develop and monitor a maintenance plan for athletics facilities.
• Oversee the management of the Meredith College Athletics Sports Medicine program.
• Confer with the Director of the Office of Campus Events regarding facility scheduling.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Department to promote Meredith Athletics.
• Advise and represent the department in the administration of the annual Meredith College Golf Classic.
• Serve as an ex-officio member of the Meredith Athletics Hall of Fame and its selection committee.
• Attend and assist with the organization of the annual Halo Awards Ceremony.
• Provide and prioritize recommendations for Avenging Angels Club projects.
• Attend intercollegiate athletic contests as necessary.
• Oversee and ensure compliance with NCAA, USA South Athletic Conference, and Meredith College policies.
• Assign and oversee the athletics program NCAA DEI designee.
• Complete the annual NCAA Financial Expense Report.
• Serve as the voting delegate for the annual NCAA Convention.
• Meet regularly with the college President and Athletic Direct Report.

Requirements

• Master's degree in education, sport management, athletic administration or related field required.
• Extensive experience in college athletics including at the senior management level.
• Demonstrated record of successful athletic administrative experience.
• Working knowledge of the NCAA and the ability to recognize issues within DIII that impact Meredith College.
• Commitment to excellence in academics and athletics.
• Experience in facilities oversight and planning, budget management and strategic planning.
• Proven leadership and management skills based on the department's core values.
• Strong judgement in decision-making and character assessment when recruiting and hiring.
• Ability to develop a cooperative and supportive work environment.
• Experience partnering with Offices of Institutional Advancement and Alumnae Relations.
• Readiness to embrace the traditions of Meredith College and the history of Meredith Athletics.