Director of Operations - Water Polo

The Naval Academy Athletic Association (NAAA), founded in 1891, is a nonprofit organization whose objective is to "promote, influence, and assist in financing the varsity athletic programs of the midshipmen of the United States Naval Academy" in accordance with the policy of the Superintendent of the Academy. Through an intercollegiate athletics program that is one of the largest in the country, every midshipman, male and female, is afforded the opportunity to compete in athletics at the Division I level. The emphasis on physical fitness is borne out in the first line of the mission of the U.S. Naval Academy: To develop midshipmen morally, mentally and physically.

Summary

Responsible for assisting in the management and administration of both logistical and operational items within the Water Polo program.  Some of these duties include: scheduling, recruiting, social media, and team travel. This is a part-time, exempt position. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinates all practice and workout schedules with appropriate personnel.

• Exercises reasonable judgement in sports program and travel expenditures, as applicable.

• Performs recruiting activities as allowed by NCAA regulations, as follows:

• Provides leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student-athletes, to include counseling team members in academic, military, disciplinary, sportsmanship and personal matters, as appropriate.

• Performs miscellaneous duties, as follows:

• Adheres to all policies and regulations of the NAAA, USNA, CWPA, and the NCAA.

• Maintains current knowledge of and complies with rules, regulations, and procedures.

• Seeks interpretations of specific rules and regulations from Senior Associate Director of Athletics - Compliance, Assistant Director of Compliance & Eligibility, or the NCAA Institutional Athletic Representative when necessary.

• Serves as a staff member of a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) - sanctioned athletics program, and understands that NCAA rules and regulations must be followed and strictly adhered to.  Maintains an understanding and awareness of applicable NCAA rules via annual compliance briefs to staff, the NCAA Manual, copies of which are maintained in the Compliance Office, regular compliance item e-mails generated by the Compliance Office, and the NCAA official website (ncaapublications.com – Div I Manual).  Immediately notifies the Compliance Office if a potential violation of NCAA rules is observed.  Understands that non-compliance with NCAA rules and regulations may be grounds for termination of employment

The Naval Academy Athletic Association (NAAA), founded in 1891, is a nonprofit organization whose objective is to "promote, influence, and assist in financing the varsity athletic programs of the midshipmen of the United States Naval Academy" in accordance with the policy of the Superintendent of the Academy. Through an intercollegiate athletics program that is one of the largest in the country, every midshipman, male and female, is afforded the opportunity to compete in athletics at the Division I level. The emphasis on physical fitness is borne out in the first line of the mission of the U.S. Naval Academy: To develop midshipmen morally, mentally and physically.

Summary

Responsible for assisting in the management and administration of both logistical and operational items within the Water Polo program.  Some of these duties include: scheduling, recruiting, social media, and team travel. This is a part-time, exempt position. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinates all practice and workout schedules with appropriate personnel.

• Exercises reasonable judgement in sports program and travel expenditures, as applicable.

• Performs recruiting activities as allowed by NCAA regulations, as follows:

• Provides leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student-athletes, to include counseling team members in academic, military, disciplinary, sportsmanship and personal matters, as appropriate.

• Performs miscellaneous duties, as follows:

• Adheres to all policies and regulations of the NAAA, USNA, CWPA, and the NCAA.

• Maintains current knowledge of and complies with rules, regulations, and procedures.

• Seeks interpretations of specific rules and regulations from Senior Associate Director of Athletics - Compliance, Assistant Director of Compliance & Eligibility, or the NCAA Institutional Athletic Representative when necessary.

• Serves as a staff member of a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) - sanctioned athletics program, and understands that NCAA rules and regulations must be followed and strictly adhered to.  Maintains an understanding and awareness of applicable NCAA rules via annual compliance briefs to staff, the NCAA Manual, copies of which are maintained in the Compliance Office, regular compliance item e-mails generated by the Compliance Office, and the NCAA official website (ncaapublications.com – Div I Manual).  Immediately notifies the Compliance Office if a potential violation of NCAA rules is observed.  Understands that non-compliance with NCAA rules and regulations may be grounds for termination of employment

• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Qualifications

• Experience, Education, & Certification(s)

• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States of America, without sponsorship.

• Must be eligible to work on a military installation, including a willingness to submit to a background screen.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Work Conditions/Physical Requirements 

• Sitting for extended periods (typically 6–8 hours per day)

• Occasional standing or walking (e.g., to retrieve files, go to meetings)

• Hand and finger dexterity (e.g., typing, using a mouse, handling paperwork)

• Repetitive hand and wrist movements (e.g., keyboarding, data entry)

• Visual acuity (e.g., reading screens, documents)

• Hearing ability (e.g., participating in phone calls, video conferences)

• Minimal lifting requirements (usually under 10–15 lbs, such as files, laptops)

• Basic upper body movement (e.g., reaching for office supplies, opening drawers)

• Occasional bending or twisting (e.g., picking up items, adjusting seating)

• Cognitive focus and mental stamina (e.g., prolonged concentration on tasks)

Travel

N/A, Non-traveling position.

The NAAA Featured Benefits

• 403(b) retirement plan 

• Paid accrued sick days

Pay Range

$20,000

Application Process

•  Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references 

• Applications will be accepted until February 27, 2025.

Disclaimer Statement 

This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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