Lafayette College: Human Resources: Staff Positions: Athletics

Location

Easton, PA

Open Date

Sep 29, 2025

Description

Lafayette College seeks a strategic, dynamic, and experienced leader to serve as Deputy Athletic Director. Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Deputy Athletic Director will serve as a key member of the department’s executive leadership team, responsible for guiding the daily operations of the athletic department and advancing its long-term strategic goals.

The Deputy Athletic Director will provide visionary and operational leadership, acting as the primary advisor to the Director of Athletics. This position will oversee sport programs and personnel, manage budgets, direct resource allocation, and drive initiatives that strengthen competitiveness, enhance student-athlete experience, and improve overall department function.

In addition, the Deputy AD will collaborate with campus partners and external stakeholders to align athletic priorities with institutional goals, ensuring that Lafayette College’s athletics program continues to excel both on and off the field.

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Lafayette College: Human Resources: Staff Positions: Athletics

Location

Easton, PA

Open Date

Sep 29, 2025

Description

Lafayette College seeks a strategic, dynamic, and experienced leader to serve as Deputy Athletic Director. Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Deputy Athletic Director will serve as a key member of the department’s executive leadership team, responsible for guiding the daily operations of the athletic department and advancing its long-term strategic goals.

The Deputy Athletic Director will provide visionary and operational leadership, acting as the primary advisor to the Director of Athletics. This position will oversee sport programs and personnel, manage budgets, direct resource allocation, and drive initiatives that strengthen competitiveness, enhance student-athlete experience, and improve overall department function.

In addition, the Deputy AD will collaborate with campus partners and external stakeholders to align athletic priorities with institutional goals, ensuring that Lafayette College’s athletics program continues to excel both on and off the field.

Primary responsibilities:

Day-to-Day Departmental Operations

●     Direct and oversee all aspects of the department’s daily operations to ensure efficiency, consistency, and alignment with institutional values as well as NCAA and Patriot League regulations.

●     Develop and implement clear operational protocols and workflows that enhance communication, streamline decision-making, and improve performance across all functional areas. Cultivate a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence among coaches, administrators, and support staff.

Sport Program Supervision

●     Develop and manage a comprehensive sport supervision model to support the success of all 23 varsity programs.

●     Provide direct oversight of assigned sports partnering with head coaches to establish goals, evaluate performance, support recruiting efforts, and promote student-athlete well-being, while ensuring this framework is applied consistently across all sports administrators.

●     Conduct regular evaluations of teams and collaborate with coaches and administrators to align competitive performance, academic achievement, and departmental standards.

●     Ensure that all sport programs operate with integrity, fiscal accountability, and a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

  Strategic Leadership & Advising

●     Serve as a key member of the department’s executive leadership team, acting as a strategic advisor to the Director of Athletics on planning, policy, and governance.

●     Provide input and guidance to the long-term vision, priorities, and organizational Represent the department on campus committees and at external meetings, conferences, and events as assigned by the AD.

●     Assume executive leadership responsibility for the department in the absence of the Director of Athletics.

  Personnel Management & Staff Development

●     Foster a high-performing,inclusive workplace culture that prioritizes leadership development, mentorship, and professional growth.Implement effective performance management practices and succession planning strategies to strengthen organizational sustainability and excellence.

●     Manage personnel matters in collaboration with Human Resources, ensuring fairness, discretion, and alignment with institutional policies and values.

Budget Oversight & Resource Allocation

●     Partner with the AD and Finance Office to plan, develop, and monitor the department’s annual operating and capital budgets.

●     Supervise the Athletic Business Manager in creating and maintaining financial models, forecasts, and reporting mechanisms to ensure responsible stewardship of institutional resources.

●     Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings, efficiency improvements, and strategic reinvestment to advance program growth and facility enhancements.

●     Provide budget guidance and support to head coaches and unit leaders,promoting financial literacy,accountability, and effective resource management.

  Strategic Support for Advancement & External Relations

●     Partner with the Director of Athletics and the Advancement Office on fundraising, alumni engagement, and external partnership initiatives..

●     Collaborate on planning and execution of donor events, strategic communications, and projects that enhance the visibility and support of Lafayette Athletics.

●     Collaborate with the Director of Athletics and Advancement Office to integrate corporate engagement strategies with fundraising, marketing, and alumni relations efforts.

●     Align departmental priorities with external engagement to promote a unified vision for growth, resource development, and community impact.

 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in intercollegiate athletics administration.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing budget, personnel, and departmental operations.
• Knowledge of NCAA Division 1 regulations and experience ensuring compliance with institutional and conference standards.

Preferred Qualifications

•  Graduate degree in sports administration, business administration, higher education, or related field.
• Experience in NCAA Division 1 athletics programs, including leadership.
• Demonstrated success in external relations, fundraising, and alumni engagement.
•  Familiarity with facility management, capital projects, and resource allocation in an athletic context.
• Experience working within a liberal arts college environment or at an institution with high academic standards.

Application Instructions

Please provide cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references. 

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