Director of Athletics, Exercise Science, and Recreation

The director will be a highly visible leader and an instrumental part in advancing the mission, vision, values, and priorities of the college and the Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC). The incumbent is responsible for the leadership, support, and success of seven competitive athletic teams, supporting the faculty within the exercise science department, and providing opportunities for students to participate in recreational activities.

Essential Functions:

• Manage and coordinate usage of athletic facilities for WVC team practices and events, as well as outside usage, where applicable: gymnasium, softball, baseball and soccer fields.
• Direct, mentor, and supervise the administration of the men’s and women’s athletic programs and provide oversight of all administrative, compliance, operational, and business functions in accordance with the college's institutional policies and procedures, and the Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) requirements.
• Will lead, support, motivate, and host regular meetings with faculty, coaches (teaching and non-teaching), staff, students, and others that are associated with our instructional and student programs, revenue generation programs including sponsorships, camps, rentals, and fundraising and community engagement initiatives.
• Maintain active communication with the college community to promote the integration of athletics into the broader educational mission of the college.
• Be an active participant on the Student Affairs Leadership Team (SALT).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in athletics/sports administration, business administration, physical education, kinesiology, recreation, a social science major, or a related field.
• Three years of professional experience in athletic, recreational, or physical education administration or coaching.
• Demonstrated experience with budget management.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated fundraising experience.