Director of Athletics

Northwestern College is seeking a director of athletics to begin Aug. 1, 2023. This is a full-time, 12-month position that reports directly to the president. We seek a bold and dynamic leader who inspires coaches, staff and student-athletes to continue and expand on our athletic department mission of honoring Christ through excellence in athletics. The director will help us continue the great tradition Northwestern College has of being a leader within the Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC) and NAIA nationally.

The successful candidate should possess:

• Evidence of an authentic Christian faith.
• Master’s degree (preferably in athletic administration or related field).
• Leadership experience in athletic administration and/or athletic advancement.
• Capacity to form and articulate vision and strategic direction for Red Raider athletics consistent with the college’s mission.
• Strength in building & fostering relationships with athletic alumni and other stakeholders of Raider athletics.
• Expertise securing resources necessary to achieve the vision and strategic initiatives of the department.
• Ability to lead, mentor, support and provide oversight for athletic coaches and staff.
• Experience working with diverse populations and a commitment to diversity in the recruitment and retention of coaches, staff and student-athletes.
• Proven track record of working collaboratively with campus leaders, faculty, residence life, maintenance and other departments.
• Ability to establish collaborative relationships with the campus community, the communities of Orange City and Sioux County, and local high school partners.
• Experience providing development & oversight for the athletic budget, assisting in the allocation of funds & spending on items such as salaries, team travel, equipment and facility upkeep while remaining within budget.