Athletic Director

Position Summary

The Athletic Director is responsible for the coordination and management of athletic-related functions at the College. The employee provides leadership, planning, and oversight for all athletic operations, including strategic planning, departmental organization, budgets, athletic fundraising oversight, NJCAA and ACCC, and supervision of the coaching staff. The Athletic Director is responsible for promoting student-athlete success, ensuring compliance with institutional, conference, and national athletic association requirements, managing athletic personnel and budgets, and supporting the College's mission through quality athletic programming.

POSTING DATE: JUNE 22, 2026

SALARY: Based on education and experience commensurate with Salary Schedule C3 (Download PDF reader) (range:$48,578- $97,216). Higher education could earn placement on a higher salary schedule.

ANTICIPATED START DATE: JULY 27, 2026

The position will be based initially at the Wallace Campus in Dothan.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following list was developed through a job analysis; however, it is not exhaustive, and other duties may be required and assigned. A person with a disability which is covered by the ADA must be able to perform the essential functions of the job unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation.

Athletic Program Leadership

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for all athletic programs.
• Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for athletics.
• Promote a culture of academic achievement, sportsmanship, integrity, and student success.
• Ensure athletic programs support the mission and values of the College.
• Represent the College at athletic conferences, meetings, and community events.
• Coordinate team travel, transportation, lodging, and related logistics.
• Ensure athletic facilities are properly maintained and utilized.
• Coordinate game management and event operations.
• Oversee equipment purchasing, distribution, inventory, and replacement.

Compliance and Governance

• Ensure compliance with all applicable NJCAA, conference, ACCS, federal, state, and institutional regulations.
• Monitor student-athlete eligibility and academic progress requirements.
• Maintain accurate athletic records and required reports.
• Coordinate responses to compliance reviews, audits, and accreditation requirements.
• Ensure coaches and athletic personnel receive appropriate compliance training.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and emergency procedures.
• Coordinate responses to incidents involving student-athletes and athletic events.
• Ensure compliance with Title IX and other applicable regulations.
• Administers discipline if necessary to student-athletes in accordance with Athletic Department policy.
• Collaborate with campus officials to address safety and security concerns.

Supervision and Leadership

• Recruit, supervise, evaluate, and support coaching staff and athletic personnel.
• Establish performance expectations and monitor employee performance.
• Recommend personnel actions including hiring, assignment, discipline, and termination.
• Promote professional development opportunities for athletic staff.
• Foster collaboration among coaches, faculty, staff, and administrators.

Student-Athlete Support

• Promote student-athlete retention, academic success, and graduation.

• Approves and offers all Athletic Department scholarships.
• Coordinates with academic advisors to confirm athletic eligibility for all athletes.

• Coordinate support services with academic advising, financial aid, disability services, and student services.
• Address student-athlete concerns and assist in resolving issues.

Budget and Fiscal Management

• Develop and administer athletic department budgets.
• Monitor expenditures and ensure responsible stewardship of institutional resources.
• Approve purchases and expenditures in accordance with College policies.
• Assist with fundraising initiatives and external support activities as approved by the College.
• Supervises all athletic clubs; monitors and ensures that all booster club activities are within allowable national, state and institutional rules.
• Ensure proper inventory control and accountability of athletic equipment and assets.

Community and Public Relations

• Promote athletic programs within the College and surrounding communities.
• Develop partnerships that enhance student-athlete experiences and community engagement.
• Serve as a spokesperson for athletic programs when appropriate.

• Serves as the athletic website content manager.

• Support recruitment and enrollment initiatives through athletic programming.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of athletic administration principles and practices.
• Knowledge of NJCAA, conference, and institutional regulations.
• Ability to supervise and motivate personnel.
• Ability to develop and manage budgets.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required.
• Three years coaching or athletic administration at the high school, collegiate, or professional level is required.
• Experience with budget oversight and planning is required.
• Ability to work non-standard hours, including frequent weekends and after-hours activities during the week is required.
• Ability to frequently travel, including overnight travel is required.
• Possess a current and valid driver's license with the ability frequently drive and to be insured through the College's insurance provider is required.
• Possess Commercial Drivers License (CDL) or have ability to possess CDL within two (2) year of employment is required.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. A complete application packet must be received no later than 2:00 pm, Tuesday, July 7, 2026. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. A complete application packet consists of:

• Completed Wallace Community College employment application
• Current Resume
• Cover letter describing specifically how your experience and qualifications meet the minimum requirements.
• Employment verification letter(s) verifying a minimum of three years of coaching or athletic administration at the high school, collegiate, or professional level. Letter(s) must include employment dates and job title, and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature. If employment verification cannot be obtained, i.e. business is no longer in operation, an applicant may submit copies of appointment letters, contracts, pay stubs, or W-2 forms to verify the minimum required three (3) years of experience.
• Appropriate transcript(s) identifying the applicant, institution, date degree conferred, and verifying the applicant has received a minimum of a Bachelor's degree. Transcripts may be unofficial for the application process, but they must identify the applicant, institution, degree earned, and the date the degree was conferred. (A copy of the diploma will not suffice). NOTE: If employed, official transcripts will be required at that time.

• ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE SCANNED. It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, employment verification documents (if applicable), ALL required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process. If you need assistance scanning documents, please contact:

• WE DO NOT ACCEPT FAXED OR E-MAILED application materials.
• When you finish the steps to apply, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied.HOWEVER, this notice does not mean your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they have submitted all necessary application materials in accordance with the vacancy announcement.
• All correspondence with applicants regarding the College's search process will be sent via e-mail.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from a criminal background check. Wallace Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.

If you have a disability and require accommodations, please notify us at (334) 556-2519.

Wallace Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary institutions under the control of the Board of Trustees, that no person in Alabama shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex, religion, creed, national origin, age, or other classification protected by Federal or State law, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.

Wallace Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees.

The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.