Director of Athletics & Recreation

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Alverno College
Exempt Position Description

Position Title: Director of Athletics & Recreation

Date:

April 2025

Department:

Athletics

Status: Full-time/12-month

Reports To:

Vice President for Student Affairs

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Alverno College
Exempt Position Description

Position Title: Director of Athletics & Recreation

Date:

April 2025

Department:

Athletics

Status: Full-time/12-month

Reports To:

Vice President for Student Affairs

Primary Function:

The Alverno College Director of Athletics and Recreation (AD) provides strategic and
visionary leadership for the areas of athletics and recreation at the College. They serve as
the primary administrator of the College’s NCAA Division III intercollegiate sports program
including seven sports. Responsibilities include expanding student-athlete enrollment and
sport offerings; supervising coaches and athletics staff; fundraising and ensuring
compliance with the NCAA regulations. The expectations include the development and
support of campus recreation, managing campus athletics and fitness facilities; and
promoting the integration of Athletics into the overall college experience. The AD may also
serve as a coach. Requires frequent evening, weekend work and occasional travel is also
required.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Oversee the organization and management of all areas of the athletics department including personnel, policy
   

development and procedures.

1. Develop vision and strategic planning for Alverno College athletics that support the mission of the college.

2. Create and support a positive atmosphere and culture of transparency.

3. Champion recruitment and retention efforts within the Alverno Athletics program to increase student-athlete

enrollment, improve competitiveness and enhance the student-athlete experience.

1. Establish goals and expectations regarding student-athlete recruitment and retention, monitor the
   

recruitment efforts of the coaching staff, and attend recruitment events as appropriate.

1. May serves as the Head Coach for a team.

2. May develop new athletic teams as appropriate.

3. Ensure compliance with all Title IX, NCAA, and institutional policies and regulations.

4. Collaborate with athletics staff to promote academic success, retention, and graduation for all student

athletes through partnerships with the campus and community.

1. Provide mentorship and professional development for athletics staff that fosters collaboration, teamwork,
   

competitiveness, achievement and a positive culture.

1. Lead and advance all athletics fund raising and expanding alumnae engagement.

2. Manage the Athletics budget and facilities with both the departmental and college goals in mind.

3. Represent Alverno at NCAA meetings and teleconferences and the NCAA Convention, providing input on

policies, procedures, and proposals as appropriate.

1. Collaborate with colleagues across campus to enhance the student-athlete experience and promote the
   

integration of Athletics into the overall college experience.

1. Co-chair the Athletic Advisory Committee (with FAR – Faculty Athletic Representative).
   

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1. Oversee the development and operation of the recreation program to enhance campus life and support the
   development of lifelong activity for good health. The recreation program will include intramurals, including
   the entire campus community.

2. Actively participate in Student Affairs meetings, College committees, and official College functions when

appropriate

1. Maintain communication with other colleges, professional peers and organizations to remain current in areas
   

of responsibility. Memberships with NCAA and other professional associations as pertinent.

1. Perform other tasks as necessary to support the mission of the College.
   

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s Degree required.

2. Experience working in higher education, particularly in athletics administration preferred.

3. Documented success in fundraising desired.

4. Must have the ability to develop and articulate measurable program objectives and facilitate implementation.

5. Requires the ability to communicate and respond to both internal and external customers professionally and in a

timely manner.

1. Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, faculty, students, and the
   

general public.

1. Familiarity with an Alverno sport preferred.

2. Requires strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize.

3. Requires the ability to work with and maintain confidential information.

4. Requires a working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

5. Must be able to work evenings and weekends as necessary to attend practices and events. Occasional travel is

required.

1. Current driver’s license, meeting the qualifications to drive rented Alverno vehicles.

2. Must be able to move freely, including the ability to frequently walk, stand, stoop, bend and carry a minimum of 25

lbs.

Working Conditions



This position is required to be on campus and is not a “work from home, or remote” position.

 General campus environment.

 Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions.



Time commitments in excess of forty-hour work week will sometimes be required.

How to Apply

Apply on-line at https://www.alverno.edu/jobs/apply/lo...

Please attach your cover letter, resume, and list of references to the online application
Alverno College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to workplace diversity

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