DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS

VSC UP-SUP, Exempt, Grade 15

Location: Randolph Campus

BASIC FUNCTION
To direct and manage all University intercollegiate athletics programs and University athletics facilities.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, implement, administer, monitor, coordinate, and evaluate, intercollegiate athletics, intramural and club sport programs, and other programs, services and
  functions of the Athletics Department, including operating policies, procedures and methods. Develop and modify programs, systems and facilities in accordance with
  institutional objectives and the needs of students and other College constituencies.
• Exercise full supervisory authority, directly and indirectly, over up to 10 full-and part-time Athletics coaches and other staff members, as well as a staff of student assistants. Plan and conduct training programs and staff meetings. Confer regularly with staff to plan and coordinate activities, assign and review work, resolve problems, and the like.
• Plan, request and administer the operating and capital purchase budgets of all assigned functions.
• Oversee SHAPE facility, membership, and maintenance of SHAPE area including the fitness center and the pool. Hire, train, and track certifications for front desk and lifeguard personnel.
• Direct or carry out the scheduling of games, events and facilities; team travel arrangements; equipment, supply and uniform purchases and maintenance; provision of
  officiating services; indoor and outdoor facilities preparation, use and maintenance; and similar administrative tasks.
• Direct or carry out sports information functions, including preparation of schedules, rosters and eligibility forms, as well as brochures and similar informational materials.
• Oversee, coordinate, and carry out the recruiting of student athletes.
• Determine academic eligibility of student athletes.
• Perform all of the regular duties of an athletics coach for one or more sports: recruiting, training and conditioning, planning and supervising practice sessions, coaching games, traveling with team, monitoring academic standing of athletes, general student advising, and the like.
• Ensure that proper safety procedures are adhered to by all department personnel and students.
• Represent the University to professional athletic organizations.
• Prepare schedules, rosters and eligibility forms, and other materials required by various athletic conferences, as well as brochures and similar informational materials.
• Management and operation of recreation trails.
• Direct various fundraising efforts. Coordinate athletic banquets and other special events. Represent and promote the athletics program at various public relations and fundraising functions.
• Confer regularly with Public Information, Development, Alumni, Admissions, Facilities, Student Affairs, other College offices/personnel, and various student groups to plan, coordinate and evaluate programs/ activities, exchange information, resolve problems, and the like.
• Coordinate athletics field maintenance with Facilities staff.
• Plan and administer appropriate department records systems.
• Prepare a variety of administrative/management and athletic conference reports.
• Keep abreast of current developments in higher education athletics and intramural programs and facilities, including athletics association regulations and guidelines, and ensure compliance with the latter.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
General direction is received from the AVP of Athletics and Fitness.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervision of full-time staff, as well as coaches and student employees.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in physical education or other appropriate discipline, Master’s degree preferred, plus two to four years of relevant teaching, coaching and administrative
experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.

• Broad based technical knowledge related to college athletics programs.
• Strong planning, organizational, administrative, budget- and personnel management skills.
• Ability to deal effectively with a wide range of individuals and groups within and outside of the College; good public speaking/public relations skills.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
Knowledge:

• Comprehensive knowledge of USCAA rules and regulations.
• Ability to deal effectively with students, college personnel, as well as professional USCAA compliance network and others outside of the university.
• Understanding of the educational goals and objectives of Vermont State University including attention to accessibility and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Understanding of the psychological and cultural characteristics of economically and educationally disadvantaged students, particularly in a rural setting.
• Awareness of developmental, holistic, and proactive approaches to student success.

Skills:

• Strong and varied technical skills and interest in recreational activities.
• Broad base of knowledge and skills related to athletic facilities, management, coaching, recruiting and other relevant experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with (or ability to learn) technologies such as SSE, Colleague, Self-Service, Slate, Microsoft products, and Perceptive Content.
• Proven record of accountability and follow-through with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to positively influence student skill development, such as communication skills, leadership skills, academic skills, technical skills, non-cognitive or
  ‘soft’ skills, and social skills.
• Demonstrated ability to foster student development in the attainment of student success goals, such as academic purpose, sense of belonging/identity, agency, career readiness, civic readiness, access & equity.
• Demonstrated positive attitude regarding Vermont State University and a desire to improve student outcomes, including attention to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Demonstrated ability to support a diverse community and promote diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals within the University and capacity to work as part of a team to collaborate and choose student success.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with college personnel as well as external stakeholders in carrying out the various coordination, liaison, and other aspects of the job.
• Ability to work weekends and evenings.

Location: Randolph campus with possible travel to other campuses.

This general outline illustrates the type of work which characterizes the job classification. It is not an all-encompassing statement of the specific duties, responsibilities and
qualifications of individual positions assigned to the classification. 

Vermont State University is a part of the Vermont State Colleges System (VSCS). VSCS values individual differences that can be engaged in the service of learning. Diverse experiences from people of varied backgrounds inform and enrich our community. VSCS strongly encourages applications from historically marginalized and underrepresented populations. VSCS is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with ADA requirements, and will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. Please contact our HR office for assistance with accommodations at humanresources@vermontstate.edu.

NOTE: This job is subject to a fingerprint-supported criminal background check. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the satisfactory results of this check.