Athletic Director

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for the overall supervision and administration of all intercollegiate athletic intramural club and recreational programs.

SUPERVISED BY Vice President of Student Affairs

SUPERVISION EXERCISED Supervises coaches, athletic trainers, administrative faculty, support staff, and volunteers.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Administers all facets of the university athletic program, including:

• Budget management
• Management of facilities
• Planning and staffing
• Staff supervision
• Fundraising
• Public relations

Administers the intercollegiate athletic program in accordance with NCAA conference and university policies, promoting good sportsmanship and focusing on the health and well-being of student athletes.

Responsible for the supervision and evaluation of intercollegiate athletic staff, including coaches, athletic trainers, administrators, support staff, and volunteers.

Responsible for ensuring that all coaches and staff are in compliance with regulations and guidelines governing intercollegiate athletic programs, including Title IX.

Plans, develops, and recommends to university administration specific programs and methods to implement the general athletic philosophy and policies of the university.

Oversees the scheduling and maintenance of facilities utilized for intercollegiate athletics, intramural sports, and recreational programs, to include athletic training and the equipment room.

Oversees the sports information program and promotes all athletic events.

Works with coaches, faculty, and staff to ensure the academic and athletic success of student athletes, with particular emphasis on community engagement and citizenship.

Performs other duties and responsibilities related to those above, which do not alter the basic level of responsibility of the position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrated knowledge and ability of applying best practices in intercollegiate athletics.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply federal and state laws, NCAA and conference regulations, as well as university and BORCSCU policies and procedures.
• Successful experience in managing a complex budget and fundraising in support of intercollegiate athletics.
• A record of promoting academic excellence among student athletes and working effectively with diverse groups and individuals.
• Exemplary communications skills and demonstrated experience in developing collaborative relationships among constituencies such as students, faculty, staff, alumni, fans, donors, and members of the local community.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Masters degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Seven years of professional experience in an administrative position in an intercollegiate athletic program, including at least three years of supervisory responsibilities.
• Credentials and/or experience comparable to the above may also be considered.

TO APPLY

Applicants should upload a cover letter, current resume, and contact information of three professional references to JazzHR at:

Athletic Director - Eastern CT State University - Career Page.

Cover letter should be addressed to Chair Search Committee for the Director of Athletics.

Applications submitted by February 27, 2026, will receive highest consideration.

COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

The Director of Athletics is compensated at the Administrator VII salary level in accordance with State University Organization of Administrative Faculty (SUOAF).

For more information, please visit:

Bargaining Agreements Pay Plans - Eastern

The State of Connecticut and Eastern Connecticut State University are proud to offer its employees competitive wages and a wide range of fringe benefits, including:

• Voluntary and supplemental benefits
• Paid personal vacation and sick leave accruals
• Medical, dental, and prescription plans
• Group life insurance
• Retirement retiree health care
• Tuition waiver for employee and eligible dependents at any of the Connecticut State Universities Central, Eastern, Southern, or Western
• An array of voluntary and supplemental benefits, such as:
• Deferred Retirement Contribution plans
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Medical Flexible spending accounts
• Long and short-term disability insurance plans

For more detailed information, please visit:

Human Resources - Eastern