Assistant Vice President for Athletics

WVWC is seeking qualified, dedicated candidates for the position of Assistant VP for Athletics. This position is responsible for assisting the VP for Athletics in the planning, directing, coordinating and overall management of the College’s intercollegiate athletic program in compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and guidelines established by the College, the Mountain East Conference and the NCAA. This position is also responsible for assisting with management of home games, executing successful game-day initiatives and Athletic Department sponsored special events.

Responsibilities and Duties
The Assistant VP for Athletics aids in numerous duties and is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the sports programs and will work closely with assigned programs.
Duties and Responsibilities: Within the scope of college policies and procedures, this position:

This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.
• Oversees and assists with all aspects of day-to-day department operations, game operations and event set up, including oversight of concessions and special event activities
• Assists with planning, organization and oversight of department fund raising events
• Supervise assigned subordinate personnel
• Assist the VP for Athletics with financing and budgeting, and ensure compliance with the college rules and laws as well as NCAA regulations
• Provide input into strategic decisions
• Resolve issues of operation and coordination in other departments
• Implementation of new athletic programs and policies
• Maintain important documentation pertaining to athletic program activities and events
• Assist with management of various aspects of MEC and NCAA Compliance
• Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership team
• Other duties as assigned

WVWC is seeking qualified, dedicated candidates for the position of Assistant VP for Athletics. This position is responsible for assisting the VP for Athletics in the planning, directing, coordinating and overall management of the College’s intercollegiate athletic program in compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and guidelines established by the College, the Mountain East Conference and the NCAA. This position is also responsible for assisting with management of home games, executing successful game-day initiatives and Athletic Department sponsored special events.

Responsibilities and Duties
The Assistant VP for Athletics aids in numerous duties and is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the sports programs and will work closely with assigned programs.
Duties and Responsibilities: Within the scope of college policies and procedures, this position:

This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.
• Oversees and assists with all aspects of day-to-day department operations, game operations and event set up, including oversight of concessions and special event activities
• Assists with planning, organization and oversight of department fund raising events
• Supervise assigned subordinate personnel
• Assist the VP for Athletics with financing and budgeting, and ensure compliance with the college rules and laws as well as NCAA regulations
• Provide input into strategic decisions
• Resolve issues of operation and coordination in other departments
• Implementation of new athletic programs and policies
• Maintain important documentation pertaining to athletic program activities and events
• Assist with management of various aspects of MEC and NCAA Compliance
• Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership team
• Other duties as assigned

Standards of Performance
Those in this job position are expected to complete their assigned duties in an efficient and effective manner, striving for excellence in their performance and seeking improvement. Understanding of the role they will have with the faculty, staff, and students is pertinent to achieving a successful work environment. All guidelines and policies related to the Assistant VP for Athletics role are expected to be followed during employment.

Skill Requirements
• Organization.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Leadership.
• Maintains cooperative relationships.
• Oriented toward details.
• Understands financing (or experience with financing and budgeting).
• Demonstrates knowledge of athletics and its related programs.
• Shows knowledge of the laws and regulations regarding Wesleyan’s athletic programs.
• Shows knowledge of the laws and regulations regarding the MEC and NCAA.
• Possesses the ability to operate certain software applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrates an ability to evaluate and develop athletic programs, activities, and events. The individual should also be able to effectively evaluate these programs and provide related recommendations.
• Has the ability to adapt to varying social environments. These can include training grounds and competition areas, as well as interacting with students, administrators, parents, etc.

General Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in fields relating to Education, Higher Ed. Administration, or Sports Administration; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Three or more years of leadership and managerial experience.
• A minimum of three to five years’ experience working within an athletic department (high school or collegiate level).

To apply, e-mail a letter of interest, current resume, and contact information for three references to Dr. Rae Emrick, VP for Athletics, emrick_r@wvwc.edu.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date of this position is mid-to late July 2025. Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check.

West Virginia Wesleyan College does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, creed, ancestry, marital/family status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, religion, age, disability or blindness, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law, to include Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, and the Age Discrimination Act, in the administration of its admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, educational programs, employment, athletic programs, co-curricular activities, or other College administered programs. For inquiries about the application of these laws in Wesleyan’s programs or to file a report, contact the Title IX Coordinator at 59 College Ave, Buckhannon WV, titleix@wvwc.edu, or 304-621-1316.

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