Associate Athletic Director for Administration and Internal Operations

The Associate Athletic Director for Administration and Internal Operations will provide high-level strategic and human resources planning and support, coordinate actions, and proactively initiate, execute, and implement communications and initiatives in support of the department goals. Ensures operational efficiency and effectiveness within the Athletic Department.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the implementation and advancement of the UofL Athletics' strategic plan, including tracking and the publication of an annual progress report.
• Provide oversight and executive level management of strategic priorities and initiatives for UofL Athletics. Oversee strategic initiatives from ideation to implementation.
• Work closely with Senior Staff on monitoring and achieving department goals. Collaborate with senior staff to determine and prioritize department strategies.
• Provides leadership oversight of all HR related functions and actions.
• Serves as the Sport Administrator for the Men's Basketball program.
• Help identify talent development needs for the department through surveys, focus groups, data analysis and interviews with leadership, coaches, program leaders, and newly hired and exiting staff.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop targeted training programs for athletics staff and coaches aimed at building specific skills, knowledge, and competencies.
• Help design, develop, implement, and assess various education programs, team building and morale-enhancing activities, and employee recognition programs for the department.
• Anticipates, identifies, and troubleshoots issues of concern or significance; exercises discretion to provide timely information and necessary updates across multiple stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree in higher education.
• Program management experience.
• Advanced abilities in strategic planning and leadership.
• Highly motivated and collaborative.
• Able to build relationships.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Proven leadership experience.
• Advanced knowledge and skills regarding the organization and management of a large staff.