Director of Athletics
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Director of Athletics
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Job Description
This active leadership role is responsible for advocating and supporting student-athletes by providing an environment where they can achieve their educational goals while flourishing athletically. Under general direction of the Superintendent/President, plan, develop, organize, schedule, promote, coordinate, supervise, and monitor the day-to-day activities and operations of all Feather River College athletic programs. Supervise faculty, staff, and coaches assigned to Athletic Department operations. Supervise the Feather River Fitness Center (FRFC). Work in cooperation with the Vice President Instruction/CIO for supervision, evaluation, and scheduling of faculty assignments within the Health and Exercise Science Department. Work in conjunction with the Vice President of Student Services/CSSO for orientation, student conduct, and the development of student-athletes outside of the classroom.
Feather River College currently competes in the following intercollegiate sports for women: basketball, beach volleyball, cross country, rodeo, soccer, softball, track & field and volleyball; and sports for men: baseball, basketball, football, soccer, and rodeo.
CLASSIFICATION:
- FLSA Exempt
- Classified Management Position
- Date Modified: April 2024
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university plus one year management or supervisory experience;
- OR a combination of education and work experience equivalent to the above requirements.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- CPR and First Aid certification (if not held, to be obtained within three months of hire).
- Valid California driver’s license.
- Must be willing to travel and to work evenings and weekends as required.
Desirable Qualifications
Essential Duties
- Foster an environment of academic and athletic success: develop and maintain a collaborative and collegial Athletic Department atmosphere focused on the development of student-athletes.
- Create and maintain effective and productive working relationships with coaches and other departmental employees that fosters a collaborative and respectful atmosphere within and beyond the department.
- Plan, coordinate, and promote the activities and operations of athletic programs.
- Monitor and implement athletic program policies and procedures and ensure compliance with conference, state, federal, and other related regulations.
- Represent the district in the Golden Valley Conference (GVC), California Community College Athletic Association (3C2A), Northern California Football Alliance (NCFA) meetings, and other athletic organization meetings as assigned.
- Manage risk and reduce liability of athletics by ensuring safe facilities, travel processes, and equipment for all sports while working directly with FRC personnel to ensure compliance.
- Develop, prepare, and manage budgets for Athletic Programs, Feather River Fitness Center (FRFC), and Health and Exercise Science (HES) departments. Oversee the proper collections and accounting of monies related to athletic events, fundraising, and athletic local revenue accounts. Monitor and ensure fiscal activities support Title IX compliance standards.
- Direct and maintain current Athletics Department website content and other social media. Oversee livestreaming of FRC home contests.
- Coordinate athletic facility schedules in conjunction with the Director of Facilities and vice presidents to ensure efficient athletic operations that support and further the district’s goals, plans, and educational programs.
- Coordinate team practices; provide game management supervision, and assist in the resolution of departmental problems as needed.
- Coordinate maintenance and preparation of athletic facilities in a close working relationship with the Facilities Department to a ensure safe environment for Athletic Department activities
- Coordinate Athletic Department travel through Facilities/Transportation Department and FRC travel procedures.
- Market and promote the Athletic Department, Feather River Fitness Center (FRFC), and Health and Exercise Studies (HES) Department activities.
- Conduct Athletic Department, FRFC, and HES Department meetings and oversee the preparation and distribution of agendas and meeting minutes.
- Complete and submit required local, state, and federal reports and forms. Coordinate efforts with the Human Resource Director and Superintendent/President to ensure mandated requirements.
- Establish and maintain self-review committee for Title IX compliance. Draft annual status reports and action plans and to address Title IX compliance measures in coordination with the Title IX Officer and program review recommendations.
- Ensure district compliance with Name, Image, and Likeness laws and regulations, including providing in-service training to coaches and student-athletes.
- Supervise the Feather River Fitness Center (FRFC) Director; oversee all aspects of the FRFC operations, including personnel and safe working environment.
- Hire, supervise, and evaluate assigned staff.
- Oversee the screening and interviewing of part-time, temporary HES instructors, and coaches, and other staff. Ensure adequate staffing for all intercollegiate teams and classes.
- Work with the Vice President of Instruction in the hiring, evaluation, and development of academic faculty coaches.
- Plans and coordinates Athletic Department celebrations such as student-athlete transfer signing ceremonies, scholar-athlete events, and awards presentations.
- Perform other related duties, as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of NCAA, NAIA, NJCAA, NIRA, and 3C2A rules and bylaws.
- Experienced in game operations and promotional activities, including social media,
- Previous college-level playing or coaching experience
- Experience developing student-athletes
- Previous management experience
- Master’s degree in Physical Education or related field desired
Compliance Physical Characteristics
The physical abilities involved in the performance of essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations are:
Physical Demands Summary
- Manual dexterity to operate keyboards, manipulate papers;
- Speech and hearing to communicate effectively with individuals and to groups;
- Vision to read text, forms and computer screens;
- Physical ability to maneuver set up and break down sports equipment as needed;
- Lifting and carrying athletic equipment and materials up to 40 pounds;
- Perform light repairs and maintenance.
This work is performed in a variety of indoor, outdoor and athletic field settings, both on and off campus.
Salary Range
$111,349 - 127,534 / yr
Opportunity Type
Permanent
Perm %
100
Perm Mo
12
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