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Pennsylvania State University Director of Athletics in Reading, Pennsylvania
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Penn State Berks seeks a Director of Athletics, to provide leadership for the College’s NCAA Division III athletics programs, club sports, campus recreation, and wellness offerings. The Director of Athletics administers the overall athletic program of Penn State Berks for approximately 200 student-athletes and 2,000 students. Penn State Berks is a member of the United East Athletic Conference and has 12 varsity sports programs. Athletics and recreation are essential components of the educational and student life experience that provide opportunities for campus and community outreach.
The Director will provide leadership, supervision, and vision for all Athletics units, including compliance, sports medicine, competition, recruitment and retention of student-athletes, and athletic facilities management. The Director will develop, analyze, and manage the budget for areas of responsibility and oversee staff and coaches including hiring, evaluation, and professional development. The Director will engage in fundraising and donor relations in partnership with campus leadership.
The successful candidate will be an energetic leader who is enthusiastic and knowledgeable about working with diverse students and communities. A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is essential in this role, and the Director assures that departmental planning and decisions promote a full commitment to diversity and cultural competency in all aspects of athletics.
The Director reports to the Chancellor and serves as a member of the Administrative Council. This requires active participation in the overall leadership and management of the campus, partnering with the senior leaders of the other units such as Maintenance and Operations, Academic Affairs, Development and Alumni Relations, Enrollment Management, Strategic Communications, Police and Public Safety, and others on strategic planning, data-informed decision making, policy and procedure development and implementation, and new campus initiatives.
This position typically requires a Bachelor’s degree or higher and five years of experience in intercollegiate athletics, coaching, or athletics administration. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications may be required.
Additionally, the successful candidate will demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Proven track record, with increasing levels of responsibility, leading and managing athletics and coaches
Demonstrated cultural competency and strong commitment to student diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, supported by a track record of actions and achievements
Understanding of, appreciation for, and experience interpreting and implementing risk management policies and procedures, and crisis management plans
Excellent supervisory skills, including the ability to supervise and develop multiple individuals at varying stages of their careers
Excellent interpersonal and relational skills, including the ability to foster relationships across campus and with external partners to achieve mutually beneficial goals
Excellent strategic and integrated management and budgeting skills
Excellent judgment and problem-solving skills
Ability to advocate for Athletics while understanding and communicating overarching campus priorities and opportunities
Communicate clearly both verbally and in writing and demonstrate the ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds
This position requires the following clearances: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks in line with the requirements of the position.
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit a cover letter, vitae/resume, statement of commitment to student diversity, equity, and inclusion with examples of actions and achievements, and names and contact information for three professional references.
Founded in 1855, The Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) is a world class research university and Pennsylvania’s only land-grant institution, a driver of job creation, economic development, and student career success. Penn State enrolls over 90,000 students in one University, 24 campuses and online. Penn State Berks, located near Reading, PA, enrolls more than 2,300 students from 20 states and 23 countries and offers more than 26 associate and bachelor’s degree options. The campus provides a rich student life with residence halls, a wide variety of clubs and organizations, athletics, cultural events, lectures, and many other activities. Students can work one-on-one with faculty members on research, study abroad, travel as part of course curriculum, and complete community service work as part of their college experience. Penn State Berks’ 28,000+ alumni are part of Penn State’s world-wide 700,000+ alumni network.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. Berks Student Affairs upholds that mission through our commitment to developing an equity-minded community that fosters students’ academic, social, cultural, and personal growth.
The pay range for this position, including all possible grades is:
$58,836.00 - $123,528.00
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Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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