Job Function:  Oversee the day-to-day management and operations of officiating initiatives and services for all sports that the NCAA conducts championships. Responsible for improved collaboration throughout the officiating ecosystem.

 Job Responsibilities   

• In collaboration with conferences across all three divisions, develop and manage implementation of curriculum for officials’ education, and training programs for all sports that the NCAA conducts championships.
• In collaboration with conferences across all three divisions, develop and manage officials’ recruitment campaigns and retention programs.
• Establish and grow strategic alliances with officiating stakeholders in all sports and levels (youth, high school, collegiate, NGB, and professional) of officiating. Develop and grow relationships to optimize the focus and resources in addressing the officiating crisis.
• Address the systemic cultural challenges regarding the treatment of officials.
• Manage officials background check program.
• Provide guidance and support to national coordinators and serve as a resource to conference coordinators.
• Manage officiating improvement budgets, including national coordinator agreements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements      

• Education Required Bachelor's degree required; Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in intercollegiate athletics administration.
• Minimum of three years’ officiating experience, or experience managing officiating related initiatives/projects.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint as primary skills, additional system and software skills preferred. 
• Knowledge and understanding of the NCAA structure, function, and mission.
• Estimated Travel Required <50%
• This position will be based out of the national office in Indianapolis, Indiana. Current work environment is hybrid; 3 days in the office and 2 days are remote.

Key Competencies (Core Values) 

• LEADERSHIP| We actively listen and continually strive to provide vital solutions, counsel and advocacy for student-athletes and intercollegiate athletics.
• INCLUSION| We seek and incorporate different perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and impact.
• COMMUNICATION| We commit to an environment of openness to build trust and make timely decisions.
• COLLABORATION| We work together, based on mutual respect, to lead and serve our stakeholders.
• ACCOUNTABILITY| We take ownership for our actions and results to add value every day.