Director of Athletics and Student Life
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DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS AND STUDENT LIFE
Number of Openings: 1
Employee Classification: Exempt Professional
Institution: Cleveland State Community College
Department: Athletics
Reports to: Vice President Student Affairs
Campus Location: Cleveland Tennessee
Salary Range: $62034 $77543
Moving Allowance: N/A
Cleveland State Community College is a comprehensive twoyear postsecondary institution located in Cleveland Tennessee. Cleveland State is committed to providing open access and quality education to all students. A Tennessee Board of Regents institution Cleveland State is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). At Cleveland State our mission is to build strong minds careers and communities through exceptional teaching and learning workforce development and service. We wish to hire individuals with similar values who can help us accomplish those goals.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
To be considered for a position at Cleveland State you must complete an online application. Your skills abilities qualifications and years of experience will be evaluated solely based on the information provided in your application. Any work experience not included will not be considered for meeting the minimum requirements or determining compensation for the position.
Please note the following:
- Attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form.
- Parttime work experience is calculated at 50% of fulltime experience.
JOB SUMMARY
The Director of Athletics and Student Life is responsible for providing strategic leadership and administrative oversight of the colleges intercollegiate athletic programs intramural/recreational activities and student life initiatives. The Director will champion student activities enhance campus life and foster a culture of inclusion integrity and excellence. The college offers a variety of athletic programs including mens basketball womens basketball baseball softball volleyball and golf.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICIATIONS
- Minimum of bachelors degree from an accredited college.
- A minimum of six (6) years is required in one or more of the following: progressive leadership experience in athletic administration coaching or student life.
- Demonstrated knowledge of NJCAA or equivalent collegiate athletic regulations and compliance standards.
- Strong organizational communication budgeting and interpersonal skills.
- A strong commitment to a studentcentered approach
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Athletic Program Administration and Oversight (40%)
- Develop implement and enforce policies and procedures in compliance with college conference (TCCAA) and national governing body (NJCAA) regulations.
- Lead the strategic planning and daily operations of the athletic department including scheduling staffing compliance game day operations and marketing.
- Monitor the condition of CSCC athletic facilities and equipment and identify investments needed to keep college athletic infrastructure and resources up to date and comparable to those of peer institutions.
- Oversee training programs and other initiatives to ensure the safety of students employees fans and community members participating in college athletic and recreation programs.
- Prepare manage and monitor the athletic department budget; pursue additional funding opportunities such as sponsorships and grants.
- Recruit hire supervise and evaluate coaching staff and athletic personnel; provide mentorship and foster a culture of excellence and collaboration.
- Execute and support fundraising initiatives in support of athletic and recreational resource requirements in coordination with the college Advancement Office and VP of Student Affairs.
- Represent the college at athletic conferences meetings and public events; serving as the primary liaison to external athletic associations.
- Ensure compliance with Title IX regulations.
Student Life and Intramural/Recreational Programs (30%)
- Oversee a broad portfolio of student life activities including leadership development programs intramural sports and wellness initiatives.
- Coordinate recreational programs and ensure equitable access to athletic facilities for student use.
- Collaborate with campus departments to enhance student activities and promote cocurricular learning.
- Advocate for a vibrant inclusive and studentcentered campus environment that supports personal growth and community building.
Enrollment and Retention Initiatives (25%)
- Lead college coaches in developing strong strategic partnerships withathleticcoaches andathleticprograms of school systems in our servicearea and surrounding communities to support the colleges strategic objectiveof developing broad strong strategic partnerships with feeder school systems.
- Partner with admissionsand enrollment to recruitstudentathletes prioritizing recruitment and retention ofstudentathletesfrom the colleges service area and counties that directly border it.
- Develop support systems that promote studentathlete academic success retention and graduation including academic advising and lifeskills programming.
- Collaborate with faculty and student support services to ensure studentathletes receive necessary resources and interventions.
- Use datadriven strategies to assess and improve student activities and retention through athletics and student life programs.
NonEssential Functions (5%)
- The appointee may be required to achieve additional skill knowledge or credential levels currently required or which in the future may be required by the Tennessee Board of Regents and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission of Colleges.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Proficiency in use of Google Suite and Microsoft Suite.
- Community college experience preferred.
- Position may require evening and weekend hours for athletic events and student activities.
- Occasional travel is required for team supervision and conference obligations.
WORK ACTIVITIES & EQUIPMENT
Job responsibilities frequently involve working with personal computers and peripheral devices. Some tasks will require the use of equipment such as tables and projectors which may weigh between 2550 pounds. Additionally assistance with the use of college sports equipment may be required.
JOB LOCATION
The position is an onsite role at the L. Quentin Lane Gymnasium located on the main campus of Cleveland State Community College in Cleveland Tennessee. This will be the primary workplace with athletic team travel and occasional travel to offcampus sites within the colleges fivecounty service area as needed.
Applicants may be subject to a background check and credit check.
Cleveland State offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to the following:
- Insurance: Health Dental Vision Life Disability (long and short term) FSA/HAS
- Wellness Incentive Program (if enrolled in health)
- Educational Assistance: Fee Waiver Spouse/Dependent Discounts Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Longevity Pay
- Retirement Options: State of TN Pension (TCRS) 401a 401k with $50 match 403b and 457
- Fourteen (14) Paid Holidays/Year
- Sick and Annual Leave
- Sick Leave Bank
- State Employee Discount Program with over 900 merchants
If you are interested click on the link to apply.
Applications can be assured full consideration if submitted by June 21 2025.
Human Resources Office
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The following link will direct you to a reporting section of the colleges website: How Do I Report
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
