Athletic Director

Athletic Director

Location

1972 Clark Ave, Alliance, OH

Job Type

Admin Full Time

Job Number

2025-00612

Department

Business Affairs

Division

Athletics

Opening Date

09/22/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Description

This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and implements all aspects of the University's intercollegiate athletic program, as part of the National Collegiate Athletic Association ("NCAA") Division III guidelines. Must have a clear understanding of NCAA Division III rules and philosophy, and a commitment to recruiting, developing and graduating quality student-athletes. This individual will be responsible for overseeing all coaches and athletic department personnel, including, but not limited to administration, team sports, athletic training, athletic communications, marketing, fund-raising, and strength and conditioning.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall administration and management of the University's athletic program, in accordance with NCAA Division III and Ohio Athletic Conference (OAC) rules, regulations, and guidelines.
• Manage the daily operations of the program, including budgeting and expense management, practice and game scheduling, travel, facility oversight, and game day organization, including ticket sales, concessions, safety, and security.
• Monitor the academic progress of student athletes.
• Supervise the athletic staff, including administration, head coaches, assistant coaches, and other support staff.
• Manage the athletic training and strength and conditioning programs, equipment and facilities of the University.
• Act as the chief strategist for the athletic department and align the programs with the overall mission and strategic plan of the University.
• Foster a cooperative work environment and provide mutual support to all constituencies of the campus.
• Participate as a member of President's Council.
• Oversee the sports information and athletic communications area, including marketing, sponsorship, and website promotions.
• Attend NCAA and OAC conferences or meetings as a representative of the University.
• Represent the University's athletic program with sportsmanship, integrity and professionalism.
• Analyze the athletic department's various programs and make recommendations for improvements.
• Provide oversight of the University's Name, Image and Likeness ("NIL") program.
• Monitor the athletic compliance and athlete eligibility, pursuant to NCAA Division III and OAC requirements.
• Promote relationships with stakeholder, such as alumni, businesses, and friends of the University for fund-raising for athletics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred, with special consideration given to degrees in Sports Administration, management, or coaching.
• Five years successful administrative experience in an athletic department or background in administering other athletic organizations, with special consideration given for college coaching experience.
• Knowledge and appreciation of NCAA Division III and OAC rules, regulations, and understanding of the philosophy and ethics of Division III departments and student athletes.
• Ability to successfully impart knowledge and motivate learning in student athletes.
• Ability to assist and provide oversight on the recruitment of student athletes.
• Strong, ethical leadership skills, ethical character, and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of the 26 inter-collegiate sports offered by the University.
• Proficiency with technology applications applicable to the position
• Commitment to diversity.
• Ability to provide conflict resolution,
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and extended hours.
• Must pass a background check and be able to travel, have a valid driver's license, and be able to secure and operate University vehicles safely.

Descriptive Information

Expectations: Uphold the high professional standard of conduct expected of each person on campus as outlined in our Employee Handbook. Build positive interpersonal relationships in and out of the athletic department by attending University functions, both social and professional; staff meetings; faculty meetings; serving on committees; etc.

This position is required to complete assigned University compliance training as communicated by the University.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. When requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

The University of Mount Union is an equal opportunity employer. The University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, marital or parental status, pregnancy, disability, or genetic information in student admissions, financial aid, educational or athletic programs, or employment as now or may hereafter be required by university policy and federal or state law.

For benefit eligible positions, the University of Mount Union provides a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: free tuition, generous retirement contribution, medical/RX insurance through Aetna, dental and vision insurance, and group life and disability insurance. The University of Mount Union prides itself on its dedication to the health and well-being of its community and offers tobacco cessation resources, as all campus buildings and property are tobacco free.

• Participation in most benefit programs is optional and participation is effective after the completion of the formal enrollment process and after the appropriate waiting periods. A detailed explanation of benefits offered for this position is provided by Human Resources during on-campus interviews.

Employer University of Mount Union

Address 1972 Clark Ave

Alliance, Ohio, 44601

Phone (330) 829-6560

Website http://www.mountunion.edu/