Director of Athletics

The Director of Athletics is the administrative head of all intercollegiate athletic activities at KCKCC. The Director of Athletics provides leadership in the ongoing recruitment and development of coaches and athletic teams through coordination, planning, evaluation, and implementation of programs.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the managing of athletic budgets, sports schedules, home game management (including contracting officials and security, purchasing equipment, publicity programs, preparation of game facilities, the hosting of visiting teams), the procurement of athletic equipment, supplies, and training aids, and maintaining an Athletic Policy Handbook
• Ensure regular collaboration between offices to support student-athlete needs, which include, but are not limited to, the Office of the Vice President of Academic Affairs, Student Success Center, Student Residential Life, and Office of the Dean of Student Services.
• Work with the Office of the Registrar in handling all eligibility matters involving NJCAA and KJCCC requirements.
• Maintain optimal athletic enrollment, working closely with the Office of Admissions and Student Financial Aid.
• Oversee the development and implementation of a sound athletic marketing plan, coordinated through the institution's marketing department, including the work of establishing and maintaining healthy public relations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Possess strong written and oral communication skills.
• Must demonstrate an understanding of the role of intercollegiate activities at the community college level.
• Ability to develop and maintain a commitment to the holistic development of student-athletes at the community college level.
• Must demonstrate a commitment and ability to work with a diverse student, faculty, and staff population.
• Must demonstrate a commitment to inclusive practices that promote social justice and equity.
• High energy, self-starter who can work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships and establish credibility with all levels of students, faculty, and staff in the organization and with community partners.
• Detail-oriented.