Director of Athletics

Director of Athletics

Penn State Shenango is seeking a full-time, detailed-oriented and organized Athletic Director committed to our mission to assist in the oversight of programming, operations, and facilitation of athletic, and recreational programs including varsity competitions and individual and team practices.

Penn State Shenango is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Job Responsibilities:

• Coordinate all aspects and execution of athletic and recreational programs.
  
• Oversee athletic department staffing; game and practice schedules; and in conjunction with multiple departments on campus.
  
• Coordinate, implement, and oversee all student-athlete success and retention processes including athletic study tables, academic advising, career counseling and placement; student housing and transportation, and student meal plans.
  
• The candidate will work closely with athletic department personnel, admissions, marketing, and others to create, manage and review new marketing and social media content, ensuring all external sports information functions are high quality.
  
• Will also work collaboratively with the Sports Information Director to ensure all team content, photos, stats, and other social media initiatives are accurate and socialized properly.
  
• The Athletic Director will oversee the planning and execution of all varsity sports, including recruitment, coaching, team travel, fundraising, outreach, lodging, meals, etc.
  
• Providing oversight, delivery, and development of relevant summer camps and clinics.
  
• Assisting with recruiting and retention of all student-athletes.
  
• Ensuring facility user agreements and related processes for access, record keeping, and providing reports on usage and service needs to ensure quality and equipment are meeting unit standards.
  
• Supervising facility operations related to employees and programming offered.
  
• Monitor and report on facility safety concerns as needed; and responsible for monitoring and approving budget expenses, including equipment needs, and developing proposals for funding and equipment.
  
• Articulate and develop unit work and athlete support needs in collaboration with the other campus stakeholders.
  
  

Education & Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree or higher.
  
• Two plus years of related experience.
  
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
• Experience in a college-level athletics department is strongly preferred.
  
• Must have a demonstrated ability to recruit, motivate, and develop student-athletes; must possess a commitment to high academic standards, and the PSUAC and USCAA philosophies.
  
• A successful candidate will have a reputation for integrity and demonstrate and foster a positive attitude.
  
• Engagement working with college students is preferred as well as experience serving diverse populations including first-generation students.
  
• Practice positive and creative approaches to problem-solving issues facing the department, and evaluate and recommend changes and/or improvements to increase the quality of processes, procedures, and policies of the athletics program.
  
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator, Hootesuite, photography, and videography preferred.
  
• Must be able to multitask and have strong time management and organizational skills.
  
• Position requires working some evenings and weekends.
  
  

Penn State Shenango is a four-year campus within The Pennsylvania State University, a member of the United State Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) and the Pennsylvania State University Athletic Conference (PSUAC).

Employment with the University for this job will require successful completion of the Pennsylvania (PA) Publicly Available

Clearances:

• PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and the FBI Criminal History Background Check.
  
• In addition, Employment with the University for this job will also require the operation of a motor vehicle as a part of the job duties.
  
• A valid US driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

How to Apply:

• Submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references, and articulate the candidate's abilities related to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  
• Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is found.
  
  

Established in 1965, Penn State Shenango is a student-centered campus located on 13 acres set in downtown Sharon, Pennsylvania. It is the only urban campus among the Penn State Commonwealth campuses. Shenango campus enrolls approximately 400 students and offers both associate and baccalaureate degree programs, plus the first two years of more than 275 Penn State degrees. The intimate environment for learning and teaching is well suited to a student body nearly equally divided between traditional and nontraditional students. The faculty and staff are always willing to go the extra mile to help. Shenango campus awards more than $700,000 in scholarships annually. Students who enroll at Penn State Shenango with a 3.0 grade-point average are guaranteed a $3,000 scholarship. Among its amenities, the Shenango campus provides complete internet service for all students including email, WiFi, Web space, e-Portfolio space, and computer labs. Professional tutoring services are available for free at the campus' Shenango Academic Resource Center (SHARC) located in the Lartz Memorial Library. The campus also has a full-time counselor and disability contact liaison, as well as a career counselor who is an expert in preparing students for their futures. The Shenango campus boasts many student clubs and organizations, as well as activities and entertainment throughout the year in its modern Great Hall, and has a state-of-the-art Fitness Center.

For more information about the Penn State Shenango Athletics Program visit: https://www.shenangoathletics.com/landing/index

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Apply online at https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Staff/job/Penn-State-Shenango/Director-of-Athletics_REQ_0000038354-1

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: For more about safety at Penn State, and to review the Annual Security Report which contains information about crime statistics and other safety and security matters, please go to http://www.police.psu.edu/clery/, which will also provide you with detail on how to request a hard copy of the Annual Security Report.

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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