Title: Athletics Director

Institution: Jackson State Community College

Job Summary

The Athletic Director is responsible for developing, managing, coordinating, and supervising a competitive intercollegiate athletics program.

The Athletic Director also (1) provides visionary leadership, strategic planning and development for the athletics program; (2) maintains an athletics program that is committed to the mission of the college; (3) administers the overall athletic budget; (4) provides oversight and ensures compliance with the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), Tennessee Community College Athletic Association (TCCAA), and Jackson State Community College (JSCC) policies and regulations; and (5) recruits and manages the administrative, and coaching staff.

This position is responsible for the overall supervision and operation of Athletics, which includes the following sports programs: Men’s and Women’s Basketball, Baseball, and Softball.

Job Duties

• 20% - • Ensures the Jackson State Community College athletic programs support the college's and each student-athlete’s educational goals while fielding competitive teams that positively represent the college and community. - (Essential)
• 20% - • Ensure compliance with National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), Tennessee Community College Athletic Association (TCCAA), Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR), and Jackson State Community College policies or guidelines related to athletics. o Certify the eligibility of each team member. o Maintain required documentation related to academic and medical evaluations necessary for eligibility audit. o Continually monitor the progress of student-athletes and the enrollment requirements necessary for eligibility. o Serve as the primary academic advisor for all student-athletes. - (Essential)
• 2% - • Monitor and ensure Title IX compliance. - (Essential)
• 4% - • Communicate frequently with the Vice President of Student Services (direct report) regarding day-to-day developments in the Athletic Division. - (Essential)
• 15% - • Maintain fiscal oversight and adhere to budget controls. Identify and secure outside resources to augment the athletic department budget. - (Essential)
• 15% - • Serve (or designate if unavailable) as game administrator for all athletic contests. - (Essential)
• 2% - • Complete or verify all applicable state and federal reports related to athletic expenditures and Title IX. - (Marginal)
• 2% - • Recruit, develop, and retain capable athletic staff that share a philosophy of education through athletic engagement. Provide coaches and other athletic staff with continual feedback through annual performance evaluations and opportunities for growth through professional development programs. - (Marginal)
• 2% - • Guide athletic staff on college policies and coaching philosophy. - (Marginal)
• 2% - • Ensure that each student is treated in a manner consistent with the philosophy of the college and industry best practices. - (Marginal)
• 2% - • Ensure the college athletic department provides programming for student-athletes that will assist them in making the best decisions for their academic and personal well-being. - (Marginal)
• 2% - • Ensure that each student-athlete is progressing toward academic benchmarks outlined in the Jackson State Community College strategic plan. - (Marginal)
• 2% - • Monitor interests and needs relative to athletic opportunities to ensure the college meets the athletic interests of the service area population. - (Marginal)
• 2% - • Ensure that Jackson State team members and coaches are promoted positively through local media, institutional websites, and social media - (Marginal)
• 2% - • Serve as the Minors on Campus Coordinator. - (Marginal)
• 2% - • Remain competent and current through self-directed professional reading, professional contacts, attending professional development courses, and attending training and classes as required by the Vice President. - (Marginal)
• 2% - • Contribute to the overall success of the intercollegiate athletics program by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Vice President. - (Marginal)
• 2% - • Teach two assigned college courses per semester, or as needed, throughout the academic year - (Marginal)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• No less than three (3) years of experience in Athletics or experience as a full-time coach (any sport) at a college or university level.
• Previous work experience in supervision of personnel/management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in a teaching discipline from a regionally accredited institution preferred.
• Previous work experience as an Athletic Director or Assistant Athletic Director at a college or university level.
• Previous work experience following and maintaining compliance with NJCAA or NCAA regulations.
• Obtain/maintain a commercial driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work well with persons from various social, ethnic, and economic backgrounds.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize tasks and meet deadlines.

Working Conditions:

Restricted: Sustained posture or intense attentiveness for prolonged periods. Light lifting (less than 50 lbs.), some walking, pushing, and pulling regularly. Safety precautions control occasional exposure to risk. Frequency or severity is limited. Travel, including overnight travel, will be required to and from games and for college or program activities.

Pay Rate: $69,920 - $87,399 Annual salary depending on eligible experience which is defined by the current compensation plan.

Exempt

Open Until Filled: Yes. For best consideration, apply by March 14th, 2024.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To be considered for this position we require an attached resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts.

A completed satisfactory background check will be required before hire.