Purpose:

The Athletic Director is responsible for administration and direction of the entire intercollegiate athletic program and for supervising the entire coaching staff and other personnel with the athletic program. In addition, the Athletic Director directs, coordinates, and develops student athletic programs and coordinates the administrative and marketing programs which support the athletic programs in compliance with the rules and regulations that are applicable. The Athletic Director’s job is very complex and diverse; however, there are four basic responsibilities: competitive success, the academic success of student athletes, fiscal responsibility, and rules compliance.

Nature of Work:

Essential Functions

· Responsible for supervising and assisting the entire coaching staff and other personnel with the athletic program while promoting athletic excellence

· Responsible for team management duties including recruitment, advertising, training, teaching and any other support activities that are necessary for student athletes to enjoy successful careers while attending South Georgia College

· Prepares and administers intercollegiate athletic budget and provides fiscal overview for the athletic program

· Develops, in cooperation with athletic staff, games, schedules, and a certified base of game officials

· Ensures that all events held in conjunction with the Athletic Department are in compliance

· Works with the Executive Director of College Relations in fund raising activities for the athletic programs

· Establishes and evaluates goals for the athletic program through the College’s institutional effectiveness program

· Develops and oversees an annual orientation program for athletes

· Develops appropriate tracking of and maintains appropriate information regarding the scholastic performance of all student athletes

· Works with faculty and other areas as appropriate to ensure that student athletes receive needed intervention and academic assistance in a timely manner

· Submits written proposals, including expected income and expenses, for camps or other athletic activities. These activities are expected to be self-supporting with income covering all expenses, and will be offered as Continuing Education Leisure Learning classes

· Supervises all recruitment activities within the intercollegiate athletic program to ensure compliance with conference and national rules

· Maintains effective relations with area high school coaches to ensure an efficient and effective recruiting network

· Develops and disseminates team schedules for all College sporting events

· Maintains an inventory record of all athletic equipment

· Oversees the effective maintenance of all athletic facilities and equipment

· Maintains accurate and official team records, individual records, and program history

· Recommends an annual housing plan for athletes

· Develops and maintains an effective program in order to identify and attract scholarship prospects for the teams

· Ensures ongoing eligibility of athletes

· Supervises the Assistant Coach(es) and other part-time employees

· Coordinates all team travel adhering to prudent budgetary practices

· Coordinates concessions and other sales at home matches

· Other duties as assigned.

Exceptional Functions

Operates in a variety of conditions, in a climate controlled office and gymnasium, training rooms, and outdoor environments.
Availability to work evenings and weekends
Ability to travel for team practices, competition and scouting
Appropriate driver’s license for transportation of team in vans or bus
Physical ability to participate in all facets of training and competition of College athletic teams.
Subject to a criminal background check prior to employment.

Required/Desired Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

· Ability to objectively evaluate physical performance and mental capabilities related to the intercollegiate athletic program

· Knowledge of intercollegiate athletics, rules and regulations of athletic associations and conferences

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, faculty, and the general public.

· Ability to work effectively with an ethnic, cultural, and diverse student population

· Ability to maintain and keep records and to organize data in preparation of records and reports. Effective planning and organizational skills.

· Proficiency in computer applications.

· Ability to make and apply decisions in accordance with departmental and institutional policies.

· Ability to think “outside the box” and to lead and manage change in a positive and inclusive manner

Required/Desired Education, Experience and Necessary Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in Physical Education or related field and a minimum of three years experience in coaching intercollegiate athletics or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supervision:

Supervision is provided by the President.