What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Director - Athletics and Recreation position at State University of New York at Fredonia?
Location: Fredonia, NY Category: Professional Staff Posted On: Thu Apr 3 2025 Job Description:
The Department of Athletics and Recreation is home to numerous staff members dedicated to providing students with meaningful experiences both on and off the fields.
Rewards & Benefits
Position salary range: $100,000-$115,000
Start Date: 06/01/2025
Competitive compensation plus comprehensive benefits plan, including health, dental, and vision insurance, and retirement plan options with generous employer contributions.
Paid leave provisions, including sick and holiday leave, and educational benefits, including tuition-free study.
A rich array of services, programs, and benefits to support employees' professional and personal development.
Key Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will:
Lead the Department of Athletics and Recreation, providing strategic direction for 19 NCAA Division III teams within the State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC).
Manage all administrative, operational, and business functions of the department, ensuring alignment with university priorities and compliance with Federal, State, SUNY, and NCAA regulations, including Title IX requirements.
Hire, supervise, evaluate, and mentor department personnel, fostering professional growth and alignment with the university's mission.
Develop and oversee the departmental budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and adherence to applicable regulations.
Collaborate with the Fredonia College Foundation to develop and implement a strategic fundraising plan that supports the department's short- and long-term goals, including alumni engagement and external funding opportunities.
Partner with institutional and community stakeholders to promote academic success, retention, and holistic student well-being.
Oversee the implementation of the 2024-2028 Departmental Strategic Plan, ensuring alignment with the mission, vision, values, and goals of the department.
Foster a culture that emphasizes well-being, diversity and gender equity, sportsmanship, and excellence among student-athletes and staff.
Monitor and assess progress on strategic objectives, including wellness, academic and athletic excellence, stakeholder engagement, tradition building, and financial stewardship.
Facilitate initiatives supporting alcohol and drug prevention, sexual violence prevention, and bystander intervention programs.
Oversee facility operations and maintenance for athletic and recreational spaces.
Enhance community engagement by fostering relationships with local and regional partners to support institutional goals.
Ensure compliance with all university policies and maintain high standards of integrity and professionalism.
Job Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master's Degree from an accredited higher education institution.
At least five years of progressive experience in NCAA or professional athletics administration, including budget management, staff supervision, and facility management.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse groups, including students, staff, alumni, and community stakeholders.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
In-depth knowledge of NCAA rules and compliance procedures, with an understanding of Division III student-athlete philosophy.
Proven track record in external fundraising, marketing, and promotions.
Demonstrated experience establishing positive relationships with local communities and alumni.
Strong leadership skills and a record of selecting and mentoring successful coaches and staff.
Experience working collaboratively with institutional departments, including Admissions, Residence Life, and Facilities Management.
Familiarity with NCAA compliance software and analytics tools.
Additional Information:
This is a full-time, UUP represented position (SL5, Appendix B) beginning 6/1/2025.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. SUNY Fredonia conducts background screenings on applicants.
This title is in the unclassified service and in the SUNY Professional Services Negotiating Unit. This title is in Appendix B of Article XI of the SUNY Policies of the Board of Trustees and, as a consequence, incumbents serving in this title are not eligible for permanent appointment (tenure) but instead receive renewable term appointments in accordance with the SUNY Policies of the Board of Trustees unless appointed within the "Policies" definition of a temporary appointment.
Fredonia prides itself on an outstanding workforce. To continually support organizational excellence, the university conducts background screens on applicants.
An Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, Fredonia provides for, and promotes, equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment, without discrimination.
Pursuant to University policy, the University is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, or domestic violence victim status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the University community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.
The University's policy is in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting unlawful discrimination and harassment. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, and the New York State Human Rights Law. These laws prohibit discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual violence.
The Department of Athletics and Recreation is home to numerous staff members dedicated to providing students with meaningful experiences both on and off the fields.
Rewards & Benefits
Position salary range: $100,000-$115,000
Start Date: 06/01/2025
Competitive compensation plus comprehensive benefits plan, including health, dental, and vision insurance, and retirement plan options with generous employer contributions.
Paid leave provisions, including sick and holiday leave, and educational benefits, including tuition-free study.
A rich array of services, programs, and benefits to support employees' professional and personal development.
Key Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will:
Lead the Department of Athletics and Recreation, providing strategic direction for 19 NCAA Division III teams within the State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC).
Manage all administrative, operational, and business functions of the department, ensuring alignment with university priorities and compliance with Federal, State, SUNY, and NCAA regulations, including Title IX requirements.
Hire, supervise, evaluate, and mentor department personnel, fostering professional growth and alignment with the university's mission.
Develop and oversee the departmental budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and adherence to applicable regulations.
Collaborate with the Fredonia College Foundation to develop and implement a strategic fundraising plan that supports the department's short- and long-term goals, including alumni engagement and external funding opportunities.
Partner with institutional and community stakeholders to promote academic success, retention, and holistic student well-being.
Oversee the implementation of the 2024-2028 Departmental Strategic Plan, ensuring alignment with the mission, vision, values, and goals of the department.
Foster a culture that emphasizes well-being, diversity and gender equity, sportsmanship, and excellence among student-athletes and staff.
Monitor and assess progress on strategic objectives, including wellness, academic and athletic excellence, stakeholder engagement, tradition building, and financial stewardship.
Facilitate initiatives supporting alcohol and drug prevention, sexual violence prevention, and bystander intervention programs.
Oversee facility operations and maintenance for athletic and recreational spaces.
Enhance community engagement by fostering relationships with local and regional partners to support institutional goals.
Ensure compliance with all university policies and maintain high standards of integrity and professionalism.
Job Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master's Degree from an accredited higher education institution.
At least five years of progressive experience in NCAA or professional athletics administration, including budget management, staff supervision, and facility management.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse groups, including students, staff, alumni, and community stakeholders.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
In-depth knowledge of NCAA rules and compliance procedures, with an understanding of Division III student-athlete philosophy.
Proven track record in external fundraising, marketing, and promotions.
Demonstrated experience establishing positive relationships with local communities and alumni.
Strong leadership skills and a record of selecting and mentoring successful coaches and staff.
Experience working collaboratively with institutional departments, including Admissions, Residence Life, and Facilities Management.
Familiarity with NCAA compliance software and analytics tools.
Additional Information:
This is a full-time, UUP represented position (SL5, Appendix B) beginning 6/1/2025.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. SUNY Fredonia conducts background screenings on applicants.
This title is in the unclassified service and in the SUNY Professional Services Negotiating Unit. This title is in Appendix B of Article XI of the SUNY Policies of the Board of Trustees and, as a consequence, incumbents serving in this title are not eligible for permanent appointment (tenure) but instead receive renewable term appointments in accordance with the SUNY Policies of the Board of Trustees unless appointed within the "Policies" definition of a temporary appointment.
Fredonia prides itself on an outstanding workforce. To continually support organizational excellence, the university conducts background screens on applicants.
An Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, Fredonia provides for, and promotes, equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment, without discrimination.
Pursuant to University policy, the University is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, or domestic violence victim status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the University community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.
The University's policy is in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting unlawful discrimination and harassment. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, and the New York State Human Rights Law. These laws prohibit discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual violence.
Salary : $100,000 - $115,000
