Director of Athletics
: Job Details :

Title: Director of AthleticsDivision Name: PresidentialDepartment: Intercollegiate AthleticsCampus Location: Normal, ILJob SummaryThe Director of Athletics provides leadership for a department of 130 coaches and staff who are committed to the development of over 450 student-athletes across 19 varsity programs. As the leader of Redbird Athletics, the AD reports directly to the President while providing oversight of strategic planning, fiscal affairs, fundraising, athletics facilities, regulatory compliance, staffing, and general operations. The AD represents ISU and the Department with integrity while ensuring compliance with University, NCAA, MVC, and MVFC policies, fosters a positive culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and promotes the role of athletics in the ISU and Normal communities.KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Performing all Athletics administration, compliance, public relations, and other duties normally attributed to the position of Director of Intercollegiate Athletics.Complying with all applicable laws, statutes, regulations, and University policies related to job responsibilities.Maintaining sound practices associated with the management of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics budget, and the guidelines associated with athletic eligibility.Supervising and managing the staff of the Athletics Department, ensuring compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.Supporting academic enhancement programs designed to increase graduation and retention rates.Demonstrating proven leadership and organizational skills, excelling in team building, and providing dynamic and visionary leadership.Demonstrating significant success in fundraising and external affairs.Communicating effectively with diverse constituencies and maintaining collaborative relationships.Identifying, recruiting, hiring, nurturing, mentoring, and supervising successful coaches and senior administrative staff.Maintaining a commitment to the mission of Intercollegiate Athletics, high academic standards, and personal development of all student-athletes.Directing and monitoring compliance with all relevant rules, regulations, and guidelines.Compensation: $220,000 - $260,000, commensurate with experience.Proposed Starting DateFebruary 2025Special Instructions for ApplicantsThe position will remain open until filled; for best consideration, applicants are encouraged to submit a letter of application and resume electronically via: by January 13, 2025. No hard copy applications will be accepted.Important Information for ApplicantsThis position is subject to a criminal background investigation, and any offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory results.Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation, you may request assistance by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) ###-####.#J-18808-Ljbffr