Job Summary
The Athletic Director (AD) is responsible for the strategic leadership, administration, and promotion of the Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) Athletic Department. This position oversees all athletic programs, including budgeting, compliance, recruitment, scheduling, and staff supervision. The AD ensures that programs foster student athlete success, promote a collaborative environment, and comply with institutional, state, and national policies, including those set by governing bodies such as the NJCAA. Above all, SLCC’s athletic program is a student success initiative that functions seamlessly with other areas of the College to help achieve the broad outcomes of SLCC.
This position is at will. Essential Responsibilities and Duties Student-Athlete Success :
- Advocate for student-athlete academic achievement, personal growth, and graduation success.
- Support initiatives that promote leadership development and well-being for student-athletes.
- Regular travel to support student-athletes at away games, ensuring their well-being and representing the institution.
Leadership and Strategy :
Develop and implement a strategic vision for the athletics program that prioritizes student success and aligns with the broader mission of the college.Promote a culture of excellence, integrity, and sportsmanship across all athletic programs, emphasizing the role of athletics in supporting student achievement and personal growth.Program Administration :
Ensure compliance with Title IX, NJCAA athletics regulations, and all college policies.Prepare and manage required reporting and manage compliance documentation.Oversee the recruitment, retention, and professional development of coaching and administrative staff.Financial and Facility Management :
Develop and manage the athletics department budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and adherence to all college financial regulations and standards.Oversee the maintenance and enhancement of athletic facilities, ensuring safety and state-of-the-art resources.Community Engagement, Fundraising, and Advocacy :
Strengthen community partnerships and foster relationships with alumni, donors, and sponsors.Lead fundraising initiatives to support athletic scholarships, facilities, and program needs.Collaborate with college leadership, faculty, and staff to align athletics with institutional goals and integrate the athletics program into the broader college community.Serve as an advocate for athletics within the college and in the broader community.Other duties as assigned.Essential Responsibilities and Duties Continued Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Education, Business Administration, or a related field.Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in intercollegiate athletics administration or coaching.Demonstrated knowledge of NJCAA compliance and regulations.Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in a relevant field.Proven success in fundraising, budgeting, and personnel management.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of :
College operations, procedures, and policies.Budget development and financial management.NJCAA rules and regulations.OSHA, ADA, and risk management policies and procedures.Comprehensive community college athletic programs.Personnel policies and procedures.Management styles and practices.Gender equity (Title IX) compliance.Assessment and evaluation methods.Principles and practices related to student and student-athlete success.Skills and Abilities to :
Manage multiple activities and projects concurrently.Communicate effectively and build relationships with diverse stakeholders.Hire, train, supervise, discipline, and evaluate staff.Prepare, manage, and reconcile multiple budgets.Identify and implement appropriate assessment procedures.Develop and implement new programs.Understand and apply athletic-related rules and regulations.Work well under pressure and within college systems.Collaborate with regional and national athletic associations and colleagues.Build and maintain campus and community partnerships.Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people with a variety of abilities and backgrounds, to maintain good working relationships across the College.Ability to work with all groups from a variety of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, and with community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities.Non-Essential Responsibilities and Duties
