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Athletic Director of Recruitment, Operations, and Development

Mount Vernon Nazarene University

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Posted:
October 23, 2018
Location:
Mount Vernon, Ohio
Salary:
Type:
Full Time - Experienced
Categories:
Administrative Careers - Academic Advising, Administrative Careers - Athletics
Preferred Education:
Masters

 

Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) is an intentionally Christian teaching university for traditional age students, graduate students, and working adults who seek opportunities to learn and grow in an academic community of faith. The University provides the context for a transformational experience through excellent academics, service opportunities, caring relationships, and a nurturing spiritual and social environment. Faculty, staff, and students are challenged to achieve their highest potential, to become increasingly Christ-like and to make a difference in their world through lifelong service.

The University seeks an Athletic Director of Recruitment, Operations, and Development. This is a full-time, 12-month position that reports to The  Vice President for Student Life. A full complement of benefits is provided, including a health care plan, retirement contributions, and tuition assistance, each subject to associated waiting periods. The candidate will also receive generous holidays, and vacation and sick days earned on an accrual basis.

Responsibilities for this position include:

Recruitment

  • Appoint and lead a New Sports Task Force to determine which sports to add as outlined by the athletic growth strategy
  • Manage the athletic growth model and work with coaches to meet annual recruitment goals                                                                      
  • Facilitate two prospect days for all sports twice annually
  • Ensure regular flow of information between admissions and financial aid offices
  • Submit new sports budget proposals to Senior Leadership Team annually in conjunction with the budgeting calendar
  • Attend monthly marketing meetings to set strategy and messaging for new sport rollouts

Development

  • Generate funds for the MVNU athletic department through various resources
  • Work with the Office of University Advancement to coordinate fundraising efforts
  • Keep detailed and accurate records regarding funds raised and report to the Vice President for Student Life
  • Increase the donor base annually
  • Maintain close contact and professional relationships with the Knox County community

Operations

  • Organize and supervise the Athletic staff and delegate responsibilities to warrant the efficient and productive operation of administrative and operational functions of the department
  • Coordinate and chair all regular athletic staff meetings
  • Implement the mission of Mount Vernon Nazarene University by educating and supervising programs, activities, services, and professional faculty and staff within the athletic department
  • Coordinate athletic team schedules to comply with the policy manual, the athletic conference, and the NAIA
  • Prepare, supervise, and manage all athletic scholarships and department budgets for athletic programs
  • Coordinate and monitor athletic needs, including transportation, publicity, upkeep of equipment, facilities, fields, concessions, ticket sales, officiating, contracts, sponsorships, insurance, etc.
  • Develop athletic reports, departmental annual goals, and strategic plans
  • Support, promote, and cooperate with MVNU and Student Life regarding disciplinary policies, student behavior, and academic integrity matters
  • Oversee all NAIA and Crossroads League conference requirements, including all required reports being turned in on time
  • Assure that new coaches are properly hired, trained, and mentored
  • Plan Homecoming activities in cooperation with the Alumni Relations office
  • Oversee the planning and management of post-season tournaments and contests
  • Approve and keep records of all graduate assistants for athletic programs
  • Update Athletic Department Policies and Procedures Handbook on a yearly basis
  • Prepare and present athletic reports to the Board of Trustees
  • Represent MVNU at all regional and national meetings
  • Serve on university committees as required
  • Coordinate the planning and organization of summer athletic camps with the Vice President for Student Life, the Vice President for Finance and CFO, and the Facilities office
  • Assist the Vice President for Student Life with any reports or information needed regarding athletics
  • Perform other assigned duties and activities as designated by the Vice President for Student Life.

 

Expectations for the Successful Candidate:

  • Evangelical Christian statement of faith, experience and mission fit;
  • Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred in the field of athletics, administration, operations, an/or management.
  • Must have a minimum of three to five years of experience in athletics or other campus leadership areas
  • Knowledge of principles and techniques of development and administration of a departmental budget
  • Working understanding of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Clear and concise interpersonal communication and public speaking necessary
  • Shows initiative to anticipate and attempt to resolve all problems/issues/needs while maintaining essential services
  • Committed to the pursuit of lifelong personal and professional growth striving to improve job skills and obtain requisite knowledge and capabilities to support the University’s goals and objectives
  • Strives for quality communication with the objective of strengthening relationships with all University constituents
  • Maintains knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws, particularly regarding equal and fair treatment of all people; strives to maintain a non-intimidating, harassment-free work environment
  • Must be capable of sitting, walking or standing for long periods of time; frequent use of stairs, and occasionally required to carry items of approximately 50 pounds.

About Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) is a Nazarene teaching university located in the Wesleyan-Holiness theological tradition for traditional age students, graduate students, and working adults who seek opportunities to learn and grow in an academic community of faith. Mount Vernon Nazarene University has an increasingly diverse and global student body of over 2,100 undergraduate and graduate students and provides the context for a transformational experience through excellent academics, service opportunities, caring relationships, and a nurturing spiritual and social environment. Faculty, staff, and students are challenged to achieve their highest potential, to become increasingly Christ-like and to make a difference in their world through lifelong service. Application Procedure: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, early application is strongly advised. Interested candidates should send the following: application letter, curriculum vita, unofficial college transcripts, and evidence of teaching competence, names and contact information for three references, a one- to two-page statement of educational philosophy, and a one- to two-page stateme...nt of faith. Applicants are required to submit application materials via email as Microsoft Word, .pdf file attachments. Email: Academic.Affairs@mvnu.edu Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification and criminal background check. Mount Vernon Nazarene University does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or military service in administering its employment policies and practices. As a religious educational institution under the auspices of the Church of the Nazarene, the University is permitted by law to consider religious beliefs/practices in making employment decisions and does so to achieve its mission. The University requires as a condition of employment that all employees subscribe to standards of the Church of the Nazarene and conduct their lives in accordance therewith.
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