DIRECTOR OF INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS [#C10-039]
Central Connecticut State University

DIRECTOR OF INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS [#C10-039]

SUPERVISOR:                   Chief Administrative Officer

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director is responsible for the overall supervision and administration of the Intercollegiate Athletic Program for the University, with special emphasis on fundraising and promotional activities.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Supervises coaches, administrative faculty, support staff and volunteers.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for organization and administration of the Intercollegiate Athletic Program, including fundraising, management of facilities, budget preparation, financial management, planning and staffing.

Works closely with the Central Connecticut State University Foundation on fundraising endeavors to maximize revenue in support of student scholarships and athletic facility expenditures.

Collaborates with the NCAA, the Northeast Conference, and the broadcast and television networks to ensure that Central receives maximum revenues and exposure from radio and television.  Protects the interests of the University as related to all forms of media production. 

Responsible for oversight of all Intercollegiate Athletic Department staff, including coaches, administrators, support staff, and volunteers.

Responsible for ensuring that all coaches and staff are in compliance with the rules and regulations governing the operation of the athletic program.

Plans, develops and recommends to the University Athletic Board specific procedures, programs and methods to implement the general athletic philosophy and policies of the University.

Develops and maintains a high quality sports information program covering all Intercollegiate Athletic programs.

Promotes athletic events held on campus and other events providing indirect benefits to the campus and community, such as Conference and NCAA championships, etc.

Provides regular updates on all aspects of the Intercollegiate Athletic Program to the Chief Administrative Officer, and to the President on request.

Performs other duties and responsibilities related to those enumerated above which do not alter the basic level of responsibility of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree and five years of experience in an administrative or coaching position in an intercollegiate athletic program, including at least three years of supervisory and/or head coaching responsibilities, required.  Demonstrated ability in athletic fundraising, public relations and sports marketing.

Credentials and/or experience substantially comparable to the above may also be considered.

Review of applications will begin after December 1, 2009 and the position will remain open until filled.  To apply, please complete the Applicant Cover Page at http://www.ccsu.edu/page.cfm?p=1335 and submit it along with a cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses and phone numbers of three professional references via e-mail to karasr@ccsu.edu.   

                     RANK: Administrator 7

Position Type:
Full Time

Location:
1615 Stanley Street
New Britain, CT

Employer Description
Central Connecticut State University is a regional, comprehensive public university dedicated to learning in the liberal arts and sciences and to education for the professions. Comprising five schools—Arts & Sciences, Business, Education & Professional Studies, Engineering & Technology, and Graduate Studies—CCSU offers undergraduate and graduate programs through the Master’s and sixth-year levels and the Ed.D. in Educational Leadership. Committed to offering Connecticut citizens access to distinctive academic programs of high quality, the University is also a responsive and creative intellectual and economic resource for the people and institutions of our state’s Capitol Region. More than 85 percent of CCSU graduates remain in Connecticut, contributing to the intellectual, cultural, and economic health of the state.

Website:
http://www.ccsu.edu

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