Position Summary

Big Bend Community College invites applications for an Athletic Director. The Athletic Director is administratively responsible for intercollegiate athletic programs at BBCC. This position is responsible for planning, organizing, evaluating and supervising intercollegiate athletic programs and support services while communicating and coordinating effectively with all areas of the college and the community. The Athletic Director also coordinates and performs fundraising and community outreach activities.

This position works closely with a variety of individuals and departments in order to meet the needs of student athletes and the athletic program at BBCC. This position reports to the VP of Learning & Student Success.

BBCC is a small rural community college located in the sunny, central part of Washington State, and is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. Big Bend Community College serves approximately 4,000 students annually, with an annualized FTE of approximately 2,000, in a 4,600-square-mile service district including 15 communities in Grant and Adams counties and the Odessa School District in Lincoln County with on-site, online instruction, and interactive classrooms.

Big Bend Community College strives for excellence in teaching and learning. We are a student-centered and innovative college that is committed to fostering a community that supports and recognizes the value of diversity; 42% of our student-body is Hispanic. Recognized as a Leader College by Achieving the Dream, Big Bend is a designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Our student body consists of 75% first-generation college students and 71% of our students receive some form of financial assistance.

Our college seeks candidates who have a deep commitment to and understanding of the rewards and challenges of working with students. We particularly welcome those who will be active participants in our small but thriving college community.

Big Bend Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, marital status, pregnancy status or families with children, a mother breastfeeding her child, AIDS/HIV or hepatitis C, genetic information, and/or status as a veteran in accordance with state and federal laws.

Big Bend provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and the Federal Rehabilitation Act. Contact the Human Resources Office at 509-793-2008 or via email at hroffice@bigbend.edu.

This position is open until filled. Priority consideration will be given to applicants whose complete application has been received by June 7, 2019. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged.

Essential Job Duties

Primary essential responsibilities include but will not be limited to the following:

• Provide strategic vision and direction for athletics at BBCC, including the creation and publication of long-term and short-term plans and objectives.
• Recruit, select, orient, supervise and evaluate coaching staff to ensure that each program is executed in compliance with state and federal regulations, BBCC policies and procedures, the Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC), and other athletic conferences in which BBCC competes.
• Supervise scheduling of all athletic contests and practices. This includes oversight for travel arrangements, coordination of officials, providing supervision at all home athletic events, assisting visiting teams, and coordinating event safety.
• Send authorization of grant-in-aid and on campus athletic employment awards to the Financial Aid Office. Ensure that an annual report of grant-in-aid awarded to each athlete is submitted with the NWAC office.
• Maintain the BBCC Athletics website to include content such as statistical data, stories, player profiles, photographs, and other athletic-related information.
• Prepare statistical reports and provide to the NWAC and other entities.
• Promote athletic teams and programs throughout the college and the community, through activities such as personal contacts, workshops, sports banquets, clinics, conferences and sports camps.
• Coordinate marketing, team promotions, and public relations for the athletic department.
• Develop and manage the annual plan and budget for intercollegiate athletics.
• Lead in developing and implementing program fundraising and capital campaign plans, to supplement sports budgets and to fund athletic scholarships. Work with the booster club to reach fundraising goals.
• Serve as a member of appointed college committees and as a representative to off-campus community groups, agencies, or individuals.
• Instruct both students and coaches in the academic standards and procedures and the advising and academic support systems of the college; implement a process to require that all student athletes commit to a plan to support their academic success; maintain contact with the advisors assigned to each student athlete.
• Act as primary liaison to the athletic booster club, and other relevant committees.
• Serve as a college representative to the NWAC and other athletic conferences.
• Work effectively with college administration to provide for compliance with state and federal policies, including Title IX.
• Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences as well as support and promote an environment that appreciates and respects differences.

OTHER WORK RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain professional growth and development through seminars, workshops and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.
• Ensure no injuries to self or others by following safe work practices and policies. This includes but is not limited to security and safety, understanding of safety data sheets (SDS), equipment, infection control, fire, disaster, safe lifting, and body mechanics.
• Ensure compliance with college policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.
• Work and interact effectively with colleagues, staff, students, administrators and others of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as may be required.

Minimum & Desirable Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Five years of experience coaching intercollegiate athletics at the college level.
• Experience working with students from diverse academic, age, socioeconomic, cultural, ability, ethnic backgrounds.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Experience working as an assistant athletic director, teaching at the college level, and/or administrative experience at a college or university.
• Experience with fundraising, outreach, or other promotional activities.
• Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency.

Application Instructions

This position is open until filled. Priority consideration will be given to applicants whose complete application has been received by June 7, 2019. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged.
To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required qualifications and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:

1. BBCC Online application.
2. Cover letter, addressing why you are interested in this position and how your qualifications make you the ideal candidate.*
3. Comprehensive resume or CV.*
4. Response(s) to the questions found in the Supplemental Questions Tab above.*
5. Unofficial transcripts documenting undergraduate and graduate course work and degrees. Official transcripts required upon employment.*

NOTE: All of the above items are required to ensure your consideration for this position. The items marked with an asterisk are required to included/uploaded with your online application prior to submission.

BBCC reserves the right to not fill this position, reject all applicants, reopen the position, or make a direct appointment. Applications received during this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies at the College's discretion.

Persons hired will need to provide documentation verifying identity and employment authorization to work in the United States.

Official transcripts will need to be provided to the college within the first thirty (30) days of employment.

In compliance with state and federal regulations, BBCC is committed to a safe and drug-free campus. Employees are expected to comply with BBCC's policy prohibiting illegal drug use or activity, including notifications of criminal drug convictions and the use of prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications that are likely to affect job safety. The complete policy and procedure are available to view on the policies page of the BBCC website. Printed copies of the policy and procedure are available by contacting the Human Resources Office at 509-793-2008.

BBCC strives to be a safe and secure campus for our students, employees, and community. Detailed information regarding campus security, crime statistics for the most recent-three year period, and other information is available on the Campus Safety and Security page of the BBCC website. If you have questions or would like a printed copy of the materials please contact Campus Safety and Security at 509-793-2286.

This posting does not reflect the entire job description and may be changed and/or modified, at any time, without notice.

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