The Director of Athletics is responsible for administering and directing the College’s intercollegiate athletic and recreation programs consistent with the College’s Strategic Plan. In addition, the Director is responsible for selecting/supervising personnel, preparing the athletic budget, utilizing the Athletic Advisory Board on intercollegiate athletic issues and developing and implementing policies and procedures consistent with NJCAA regulations. The Director will work collaboratively with the Physical Education Department to coordinate use of facilities and fields.

FLCC is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and strives to provide an environment that embodies these principles. We strive to attract talented personnel from diverse backgrounds and traditions, particularly of race and ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, culture, religion, worldview and physical and mental abilities. As such, applicants from historically under-represented groups are highly encouraged to apply.

1. Qualifications:

A. Educational Background: Master’s degree in Physical Education, Sports and Recreation, Sports Management, Higher Education Administration or a related field required.

B. Experience: Minimum of three years’ experience with increasing levels of responsibility in the administration intercollegiate athletics and/or intramural programs required. Knowledge of and experience in college-level teaching, preferably at a community college, and physical education, intercollegiate athletics (e.g., coaching), and/or intramural administration preferred

C. Special Skills:

1. Experience with computerized student information systems, preferably Datatel, required.
2. Computer skills required include Microsoft Office Suite.
3. Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and communication skills required to effectively manage and motivate staff and students.
4. Strong organizational skills required with the ability to prioritize multiple demands and tasks.
5. Ability to build collaborative relationships with students, faculty, staff, and other College stakeholders.
6. Demonstrated performance in developing and managing a high performance team.
7. Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule to accommodate evening and weekend demands.
8. Knowledge of federal and state Title IX regulations and NJCAA standards and requirements

2. Essential Functions:

1. Supervise and coordinate all phases of the College’s intercollegiate athletic programs (i.e., scheduling, transportation, student eligibility, game officials, recognition events, etc.) in accordance with the College, National Junior College Athletic Association, Mid-States Athletic Conference and FLCC Association standards and policies.
2. Supervise and coordinate the College’s recreation programs, including the Fitness Center and intramurals, in collaboration with the Physical Education Department.
3. Hire, train and evaluate athletic department full- and part-time staff; ensure staff awareness of and compliance with College policies and procedures, as well as NJCAA rules and regulations.
4. Provide oversight of all athletic facilities and fields make recommendations to strengthen/improve facilities.
5. Prepare and maintain the athletic budget in collaboration with the Executive Director of the FLCC Association and Vice President of Enrollment Management.
6. Develop, communicate and maintain written policies and procedures for athletic and recreation/intramural programs.
7. Develop and implement an annual athletics recruitment plan in collaboration with the Director of Admissions, Admissions Counselor – Athletic Recruitment, and coaching staff.
8. Develop and implement retention strategies targeting student athletes in collaboration with the Divisions of Academic and Student Affairs and Enrollment Management.
9. Ensure all students participating in intercollegiate athletics have completed Title IX training; maintain records pertaining to students’ completion of training requirements.
10. Coordinate meetings of and agendas for the Athletic Advisory Board; attend Athletic Advisory Board meetings.
11. Coordinate summer athletic camps in collaboration with the Executive Director of the FLCC Association and appropriate College staff.
12. Develop and implement the sports information communication plan in collaboration with the part-time Sports Information Director.
13. Review and approve contractual agreements for athletic events, camps, rental/use of athletic facilities, etc.
14. Represent athletics on college-wide committees and task forces.
15. Perform other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Enrollment Management.

The starting salary is $76,858 and commensurate with experience.

Application Instructions:

Applicants interested in applying MUST submit the following documents online:

1. Resume/Cv
2. Cover letter

For full consideration apply by 4/14/19

Applications will only be accepted online.
Address your online cover letter & resume to:
Grace Loomis, Director of Human Resources.

Finger Lakes Community College does not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student or applicant for admission based on an individual’s race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identification, gender expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. The College adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in public institutions of higher education.

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