California State University, Northridge is seeking an experienced, dynamic and energetic individual as its Director of Intercollegiate Athletics. The position is responsible for leading a competitive and respected Division I intercollegiate sports program that supports a balanced, high-quality educational and athletic experience for student-athletes. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Develops and maintains a competitive and respected Division I intercollegiate sports program that supports a balanced, holistic experience for student-athletes, emphasizing educational, student life and athletic success;
2. Provides executive oversight of the recruitment of student athletes who can compete successfully within the program, achieve academic success, and graduate from the university;
3. Serves as the spokesperson of the Intercollegiate Athletics Program and a role model for student athletes, promoting the philosophy and mission of the program;
4. Develops structures and programs that contribute to the development of athletes as students and responsible members of the community; fosters an environment that encourages sportsmanship and personal excellence;
5. Develops and maintains strong relationships with leadership in Academic Affairs and Student Affairs to ensure collaboration in supporting student-athlete success;
6. Collaborates with appropriate university staff to develop and implement strategies to ensure that student athletes sustain adequate academic progress, earn degrees and succeed in all aspects of their university experience;
7. Reviews and recommends approvals of requests for admissions of student-athletes to the university that require exceptions to minimum admission requirements.

Qualifications:

1. Master’s degree from an accredited institution;
2. Demonstrated successful administrative experience, preferably in senior athletics administration at the Division I level;
3. Demonstrated experience in administering successful athletic programs that excel competitively, academically, and in terms of student athlete health and well-being;
4. Evidence of ability to recruit, motivate and retain student-athletes;
5. Demonstrated experience, commitment, knowledge and ability to adhere to NCAA and other relevant compliance regulations;
6. Proven record as a leader able to promote the University, Athletic Program and all facets of student-athlete welfare with a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and Title IX compliance;
7. Experience in development, fundraising and external relations with the ability to develop rapport and establish networks of leadership level benefactors;
8. Demonstrated experience in recruiting, supervising and leading coaches and administrative staff within a high-performing team environment.

At CSUN, we aspire to grow continually as an inclusive, cooperative community and strive to be a work place community that advances student success and provides exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, for our students, our employees, and the broader San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles communities that we serve. We have a foundational commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels of the University.  As a campus leader, the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics will have the opportunity to thrive in a community in which our leaders share common traits as identified in our Leadership Principles https://www.csun.edu/leadership-principles. The successful candidate for this position will also have the opportunity to realize their own personal goals, be recognized for the work they do, and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer.