Deputy Athletic Director

Summary

The Deputy Athletic Director assists the Vice President of Athletic Strategy & Director of Athletics with the day-to-day management and operation of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, also serving as the Title IX Deputy Coordinator for the department. This dynamic leader will assist in the overall strategic goals of the department as a member of the Athletics Executive Council. This includes the supervision, management, evaluation and oversight of sports programs and units within athletics.

Must be willing to: build consensus among diverse stakeholders; communicate in a direct, transparent, honest, and forthright manner; live a management style that is collaborative and collegial; be approachable, willing to listen, and welcome open and challenging debate. This position is also expected to be highly visible and involved within our external community and our campus.

Essential Functions

• Assist with all MAC Championships and post-season events hosted by BGSU and their coordination with related support areas in the Department and on-campus.

• Sport administrator for select programs

• Promote the Athletics program to the fullest extent possible, to generate student, faculty, staff, alumni and public interest. Represent the Department/University at various fund raising, public relations, and community functions. Assist with the creating and implementation of marketing /promotional plans for applicable sport programs.

• Serve as a campus Title IX Deputy Coordinator (DC). The DC is a “responsible employee” or point person for the university who receives, investigates and/or assists with the resolution of Title IX complaints. Responsibilities include, but not limited to, assisting the coordinator in conducting formal and informal investigations, facilitating formal and informal mediations, interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, report writing, making recommendations for remedial actions, and handling appeals. Assists with Title IX policy development, revisions and monitoring; and assists with training requirements for employees, boards and other appropriate members of the campus community. In addition, monitor and evaluate progress toward the gender equity and minority opportunities plan. Serve as Athletics Department’s Title IX Coordinator.

• Responsible for the selection, supervision, guidance, and evaluation of the Assistant AD of Sports Medicine (as well as the overall operation of the Athletics Training Room) and the Director of Sport Performance (as well as the overall operation of the Weight Room) and the Senior Associate AD for Governance and Eligibility. This includes budget development, oversight and approval of all expenditures.

• Serve on Department/University committees and projects as assigned by the Vice President for Athletic Strategy and Director of Athletics. Serve as a Department liaison to related campus contacts .

• Assist with the overall design, implementation and evaluation of the athletic department’s operating culture and strategic priorities.

• Serve as the department liaison with university Human Resources. Lead strategic initiatives with internal HR processes.

• Other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Athletic Strategy and Director of Athletics.

Summary

The Deputy Athletic Director assists the Vice President of Athletic Strategy & Director of Athletics with the day-to-day management and operation of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, also serving as the Title IX Deputy Coordinator for the department. This dynamic leader will assist in the overall strategic goals of the department as a member of the Athletics Executive Council. This includes the supervision, management, evaluation and oversight of sports programs and units within athletics.

Must be willing to: build consensus among diverse stakeholders; communicate in a direct, transparent, honest, and forthright manner; live a management style that is collaborative and collegial; be approachable, willing to listen, and welcome open and challenging debate. This position is also expected to be highly visible and involved within our external community and our campus.

Essential Functions

• Assist with all MAC Championships and post-season events hosted by BGSU and their coordination with related support areas in the Department and on-campus.

• Sport administrator for select programs

• Promote the Athletics program to the fullest extent possible, to generate student, faculty, staff, alumni and public interest. Represent the Department/University at various fund raising, public relations, and community functions. Assist with the creating and implementation of marketing /promotional plans for applicable sport programs.

• Serve as a campus Title IX Deputy Coordinator (DC). The DC is a “responsible employee” or point person for the university who receives, investigates and/or assists with the resolution of Title IX complaints. Responsibilities include, but not limited to, assisting the coordinator in conducting formal and informal investigations, facilitating formal and informal mediations, interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, report writing, making recommendations for remedial actions, and handling appeals. Assists with Title IX policy development, revisions and monitoring; and assists with training requirements for employees, boards and other appropriate members of the campus community. In addition, monitor and evaluate progress toward the gender equity and minority opportunities plan. Serve as Athletics Department’s Title IX Coordinator.

• Responsible for the selection, supervision, guidance, and evaluation of the Assistant AD of Sports Medicine (as well as the overall operation of the Athletics Training Room) and the Director of Sport Performance (as well as the overall operation of the Weight Room) and the Senior Associate AD for Governance and Eligibility. This includes budget development, oversight and approval of all expenditures.

• Serve on Department/University committees and projects as assigned by the Vice President for Athletic Strategy and Director of Athletics. Serve as a Department liaison to related campus contacts .

• Assist with the overall design, implementation and evaluation of the athletic department’s operating culture and strategic priorities.

• Serve as the department liaison with university Human Resources. Lead strategic initiatives with internal HR processes.

• Other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Athletic Strategy and Director of Athletics.

Minimum Qualifications

The following Degree is required:

• Bachelor's Degree. Degree must be conferred at time of application.

The following Degree is preferred:

• Master's Degree

The following Experience is required:

• 4 years in intercollegiate athletics administration and/or coaching experience..

The following Experience is preferred:

• Experience at the Division I level

Additional Information

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Integrity/honesty
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both oral and written
• Outstanding organizational skills and abilities
• Ability to set goals and follow through with an action plan to desired result
• Time management skills
• Background/skills/abilities in project management and carrying a project forward from conception to completion and implementation
• Public relations skills as well as the ability to interact with a wide variety of members of the university and other communities, including students, coaches and other staff, parents, faculty, alumni and others
• Problem-solving skills
• Experience in budget management, administration, and preparation
• Outstanding work ethic
• Long and short-term vision for department and college athletics
• Ability to deal calmly with adversity
• Desire to work collaboratively as part of an executive team that seeks to build relationships and positively impact the culture of BG Athletics and BGSU.
• Ability to work positively with students and parents

Required Documents to Upload to Application: Cover Letter and Resume

Deadline to apply: The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by April 9, 2025.

BGSU does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Bowling Green State University is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to ensuring an equal employment opportunity for all applicants and encourage applications from all regardless of sex, race, veteran-status, disability, age, gender identity, genetic information, religion, or sexual orientation. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email ohr@bgsu.edu.

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