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Athletics Director

Employer
Western New England University
Location
Massachusetts, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
Jan 20, 2022

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Position Type
Administrative, Student Affairs, Athletics
Employment Level
Administrative
Employment Type
Full Time

Western New England (WNE) is seeking a new Athletics Director to lead a department of talented coaches and staff who are deeply committed to NCAA Division III athletics and the scholar- athlete model within the Commonwealth Coast Conference (CCC).

 

Western New England University, a comprehensive private institution with a tradition of excellence in teaching and scholarship and a commitment to service, awards undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral degrees in various departments from among the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, Pharmacy and Health Sciences, and School of Law. One of only a few U.S. comprehensive institutions enrolling under 5,000 students recognized with national and international accreditations at the highest levels in law, business, engineering, and social work, WNE serves students predominantly from the northeastern U.S., but also enrolls students from across the country and around the world. The majority of undergraduate students reside on campus. The 215-acre campus in Springfield, Massachusetts, is remarkable for its beauty, security, and meticulous upkeep.

 

THE POSITION

 

The Athletics Director oversees all aspects of the administration of the University’s comprehensive, highly competitive, and educationally focused Division III intercollegiate athletic program and recreational program that includes club sports, intramurals, and e-sports. Included in this oversight is attention to the roles of athletics and recreation in the student experience and persistence, university priorities of access and equity, university recruitment and retention, and resource development, with specific attention to fundraising. Reporting to the Vice President for Student Affairs, the Director fosters principles that encourage integrity, student well-being, diversity, and inclusiveness throughout all levels of the organization while promoting an environment of excellence and success.

 

The Athletics Director will provide vision and leadership for all elements of intercollegiate athletics and recreational programs, promoting a culture of professionalism and respect among coaches, staff, and student-athletes. The Director will develop, implement, and monitor policies and procedures that promote best practices and address personnel development, financial management, facility management, renovation and enhancement, alumni and community relations, and compliance and regulatory expectations while advancing a high level of integration of athletics into the overall student experience. The Director will continue to advance and provide guidance to the recreation program, with a goal of expanding the intramurals, club sports, and e-sports programs. In addition, the Director partners with the office of advancement to develop and deliver a sustainable and exciting approach to fundraising that aligns with the University strategic plan and annual priorities, with a focus on building strategic corporate and alumni partnerships. The successful candidate will be a steadfast collaborator and educator. As a senior member within the Division of Student Affairs, the Director collaborates with other offices within the division and in partnership with the Faculty Athletic Representative (FAR), student leadership and governance, Enrollment Management, University Advising, Center for Student Success, Health and Wellness, Residence Life, and other University collaborators who contribute to recruitment and retention of students.

 

The Director provides leadership for a dynamic department consisting of 21 varsity programs, over 65 professional coaches and staff, about 180 graduate and undergraduate student employees, over 600 student-athletes, robust recreational programming including club sports, intramurals, group fitness, and e-sports engaging over 1,000 students annually, and management of a $1.7 million budget.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

A minimum of seven years of progressive leadership experience in collegiate athletics administration, recreation, or a closely related field and a Bachelor’s degree is required; a Master’s degree is strongly preferred. The successful candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of intercollegiate athletics administration, student-athlete development, facilities management and resourcing, NCAA compliance within a Division III environment, and the role of fundraising in supporting strategic and operational objectives. A collaborative management approach, coupled with superior communication and relationship-building skills, strong planning and fiscal competencies, an understanding of the role of enrollment at a small, private university, a familiarity with program development and assessment, including risk management, demonstrated experience supporting recreational programs as part of overall student well-being, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a high degree of cultural competence demonstrating respect for diversity of identities and experiences will be important considerations in the selection of the next Athletics Director.

 

APPLICATION AND NOMINATION

Review of applications will begin January 27, 2022 and continue until the position is filled. A resume with an accompanying cover letter may be submitted via the Spelman Johnson website at www.spelmanjohnson.com/open-positions. Nominations for this position may be emailed to Dell Robinson at ddr@spelmanjohnson.com or Anne-Marie Kenney at amk@spelmanjohnson.com. Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact Spelman Johnson at 413-529-2895.  Candidates can apply at https://bit.ly/2N9yQJj.

 

Visit the Western New England University website at https://www1.wne.edu/.

 

Western New England is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome candidates whose background may contribute to the further diversification of our community.

 

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