Athletic Director - Marian University's Ancilla College
- Employer
- Marian University (IN)
- Location
- Indiana, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Apr 27, 2023
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Academic Affairs, Other Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Athletics, Other Student Affairs, Executive, Executive Directors, Other Executive
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Details
Position Information
Position Title
Athletic Director - Marian University's Ancilla College
Job Description
As part of a diverse community of faculty and staff who represent many faith systems and worldviews, Marian University’s Ancilla College seeks a Director of Athletics. Working closely with the Chancellor, the Director of Athletics promotes Marian University’s Ancilla College Catholic Franciscan mission and identity by providing administrative direction and oversight for all intercollegiate athletics staff and coaches, programs, and activities. The Director of Athletics provides vision, leadership, and strategic direction for a competitive intercollegiate sports program in concert with the vision, mission, and values of the University.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Actively engages the Catholic Franciscan mission and identity of Marian University by modeling the Franciscan Sponsorship Values, honoring the legacy of the founding congregation, promoting unity in diversity, and integrating the Catholic Franciscan Intellectual traditions in courses, programs, and services.
- The Director will develop initiatives and measure program effectiveness related to:
- Student athlete and team success academically and athletically
- Welcome all faith traditions and integrate Catholic Franciscan faith and values
- Student leadership and character development
- Organizational effectiveness
- Alumni athlete relationships
- Athletics marketing and fundraising
- Growth in size, talent, and educational outcomes for student athletes.
- Ensures compliance with all federal, divisional, and college athletics regulations.
- Administers departmental funds and accounts in a fiscally responsible manner.
- Sustains a culture of sportsmanship, professionalism, and respect at all levels.
- Administers the code of conduct as defined by the College and Athletic Handbooks.
- Oversees budgets and serves as a resource to faculty on co-curricular issues.
- Oversees all athletic facilities used by students, athletic teams, and intramural programs.
- Provide administrative direction and oversight for all athletics programs, activities, and student development strategies.
- Supervise full and part-time athletics staff including shared responsibility for hiring, disciplining, or termination decisions, and full responsibility for training, mentoring, and evaluating coaches and athletics staff.
- Develop and monitor recruiting processes and procedures for meeting recruiting goals
- Establish and maintain standards of dress, scholarship and conduct for team travel and training, and practice rules for all student-athletes.
- Monitor strict observances of equality of opportunity in men’s and women’s athletics by keeping informed of legal requirements and consulting with university staff regarding compliance with the law and to initiate and coordinate the certification of academic and health eligibility of all varsity athlete.
- Monitor fundraising efforts in each sport.
- Develop and manage departmental, team, and special events budgets, order equipment, and ensure departmental compliance with all cash handling and management policies.
- Recruit student athletes in coordination with the Admissions Office.
- Support and assist in campus wellness and other related college activities.
- Revise the student-athlete handbook, annually.
- Maintain and encourage others in a Student-First philosophy.
- Remain in compliance with NJCAA and MCCAA Rules and Regulations.
- Devise and implement strategies to support development of leadership and professionalism skills.
- Create and direct programs that build and maintain community characterized by meaningful interaction among students, staff, and faculty.
- Work to increase positive public awareness of athletics and students’ programs.
- Serve as a resource for curricular and co-curricular programs.
- Collaborate with other departments, clubs, and organizations in providing programs for the students.
- Use of computers for administrative tasks (including word processing, advising and student record keeping, Internet applications).
- Attend conferences and professional meetings to remain current in the field and compliant with federal regulations.
- Attend student honors convocation and graduation ceremonies each year.
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree in physical education, athletic training, sports management, or related field is required.
- Three years as athletic administrator or head coach.
- Ability to work with a diverse group of students, staff, and faculty as well as community members.
- Working knowledge of the student catalog-handbook
- Willingness to work on a flexible schedule as required (includes evenings, weekends and or summers).
Marian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P323S
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please Review Marian University’s Mission & Identity Statement before responding to the supplementary questions on your application:
https://www.marian.edu/faith
Advertising Summary
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://marian.peopleadmin.com/postings/2005
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How do you think Marian University’s mission, as well as the
Catholic Franciscan identity, will support your work as a
professor/administrator?
(Open Ended Question)
- * How will the work you do in your role at Marian University be
different in light of the mission and identity of the
University?
(Open Ended Question)
- * How will you promote the success of those from marginalized
groups?
(Open Ended Question)
- * In what ways will your work promote and support
transformational leaders that are trustworthy, healthy, skilled and
inquisitive?
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
Company
At Marian University, our vision is to provide an education distinguished in its ability to prepare transformative leaders for service to the world. Our mission is to be a great Catholic university dedicated to achieving excellence in learning, which is achieved through teaching, research, and scholarly activities in the Franciscan and liberal arts tradition. We welcome students of all faiths who seek an educational experience framed within the context of our Franciscan values of dignity of the individual, peace and justice, reconciliation, and responsible stewardship. Our understanding of these values is informed by reflection on the life of Jesus Christ and prayer.
The institution grew out of the dedication and vision of Sister Theresa Hackelmeier and the Sisters of St. Francis, Oldenburg, who established a school in Oldenburg, Indiana, in 1851. The college was founded in Oldenburg in 1936 and moved to Indianapolis in 1937. On July 1, 2009, Marian College became Marian University.
Marian University is proud to be a higher education institution just ten minutes away from downtown Indianapolis. Here, you’ll not only get to benefit from the exceptional employment and internship opportunities the city has to offer but also its diverse culture and lively personality. From cool cultural districts with unique entertainment, shopping, and dining options to outdoor festivals, professional and amateur sports events, hiking and biking trails, and more, Marian University is conveniently located in the heart of it all. Whether it’s walking around Monument Circle, floating down the canal in a paddleboat, visiting the various historical sites and museums, or dining on Mass Ave, you’ll quickly find your favorite local hangouts and love this city just as much as we do.
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