The University of Indianapolis is accepting applications for a Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics. This is a full-time, exempt staff position. The Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics is responsible for the development, management, coordination, and supervision of 23 NCAA Division II sport programs in the Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC). These responsibilities include financial budgeting, personnel management, regulatory compliance, facilities management, fostering athletic excellence, and collaborating with various internal and external constituencies.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides strategic and visionary leadership, planning, and policy development for the Athletics Department
- Establishes and maintains an athletics department that is committed to the University’s mission and strategic priorities
- Sets clear departmental expectations for ethics, accountability, competitiveness, and student academic achievement
- Serves as a visible member of the President’s Cabinet on Campus and in the community
- Develops and administers the annual athletic budget and reviews and controls expenditures from athletics’ accounts
- Recruits, supervises, manages, trains, and evaluates the athletic staff
- Strengthens all sports to be competitive at the Division ll championship level
- Works with University Advancement to create, design, and execute initiatives and special projects regarding fundraising efforts and maximizes all channels of revenue generation to include corporate sponsorship
- Ensures the athletic department remains in compliance with applicable Title IX, National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC), and the University rules and regulations governing all facets of intercollegiate athletics programs
- Stays abreast of current and developing trends (video, voice, data, and computing technologies)
- Maintains active involvement in relevant athletic associations and conferences
- Advances the University’s reputation and always demonstrates personal and professional integrity
- Sustains effective relationships with students, alumni, friends, faculty, staff, administrators, and the Indianapolis community regarding UIndy athletics
- Follows the guidance and direction of President
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of ten years of successful senior management experience, with demonstrated strong leadership skills, business judgment, and a collaborative and innovative work-style required
- Expertise and current knowledge of the field’s concepts, practices, and procedures required
- Track record of leading a performance and outcome-based organization with strategic vision required
- Experience in brand marketing, public and media relations and fundraising required
- Master’s degree required. Preference will be given to those with an advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., Sports Management, Sports Administration, Business Administration)
- A Doctorate of Education, Kinesiology, Physical Education, or Sports and Exercise Science is desirable
- Commitment to the philosophy of NCAA Division II level intercollegiate athletics required
- Ability to travel to fulfill required duties and assignment required
- This role requires a clean or acceptable driving record
- Coaching experience at the collegiate level helpful
BENEFITS
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Tuition Discount
- Free Parking
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