Director of Athletics and Recreation

Details

Posted: 01-Jun-26

Location: Brooklyn, New York

Type: Full-time

Categories

Executive

Executive - Athletics Director

Sector

Collegiate Sports

Preferred Education

Masters

Position Summary: Under authority delegated by the Trustees and the President, the Director of Athletics and Recreation has the basic administrative responsibility for the direct supervision, approval, conduct and control of all phases of the program. The Athletic Director reports directly to the President and the Executive Director of Athletics. The Executive Director of Athletics provides strategic guidance, mentorship, and coordination to ensure alignment of athletic operations across the University.

Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred

Experience Required: 5 years college athletic administration (Coaching Experience a plus)

Skills, Characteristics Required For Position

• Ability to administer NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletics;
• Ability to mentor and train new coaches in recruiting student-athletes, preparing budgets and scheduling;
• Demonstrated managerial, organizational, budget and interpersonal skills;
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the stages of student development and the importance of holistic education; and
• Demonstrated commitment to continued learning/professional development (i.e., presentations, publications, serving on regional and/or national committees).

Special Working Conditions: Required to work weekends and evenings as needed.

Primary Duties

• Build a sustainable environment for competitive athletic programs, academic excellence and student-athlete well-being.
• Provide vision and leadership for sustaining a culture of transparency, professionalism, integrity and respect at all levels.
• Utilize a systemic approach in selection and management of all personnel.
• Periodically review, formulate and recommend policies for the effective conduct of the

University’s intercollegiate athletics.

• Preparation of long/short term program philosophy and goals to include personnel, programs and facilities.
• Develop and manage the annual operating budget for the department of athletics and recreation.
• Administer and interpret NCAA Division III and conference rules and regulations to coaches and athletes and ensure the University’s compliance.
• Coordination and oversight of athletic facilities.
• Vendor and sponsorship negotiation.
• Work collaboratively with other curricular and co-curricular educators and programs to assist in creating a holistic learning environment.
• Supervise, approve and participate in public relations and fundraising activities, in cooperation with the Advancement Office, on behalf of athletics.
• Participate actively on University committees and in campus discussions as they pertain to student and institutional issues.
• Participate in and represent St. Joseph's University, New York - Long Island at local, regional and national athletics meetings and conferences.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships and communication with administration, faculty, staff, student body, alumni, boosters and local community.
• Actively serve as a role model and mentor for all.
• Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

To Apply: Please send a resume, cover letter and a list of at least three professional references to Mel Cope, Executive Director of Athletics, ***email_hidden***

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About St. Joseph's University, New York (Brooklyn)

Founded in 1916 by the Sisters of St. Joseph, the mission of St. Joseph's University, New York is to provide a strong academic and value-oriented education at the undergraduate and graduate levels, rooted in a liberal arts tradition that supports provision for career preparation and enhancement. While proud of its Catholic tradition, St. Joseph's is independent and coeducational, offering an affordable private education that serves a diverse population of academically eligible students. The University prepares each student for a life characterized by integrity, intellectual and spiritual values, social responsibility and service; a life that is worthy of our motto: Esse non videri — “To be, not to seem.” St. Joseph's University holds closely the aforementioned five key values, which occupy the core of the institution’s personality. The institution views intellectual rigor and spiritual depth as key components of a liberal arts education. Along with this, St. Joseph's places a high priority on personal integrity, and emphasizes putting its values into action by helping students develop a strong sense of social responsibility and inculcating within them a keen desire to serve o...thers. A further articulation of these values is reflected in The Five Pillars of St. Joseph's University. To accomplish this, St. Joseph's University has established the following goals: To offer curricula that foster the knowledge and intellectual skills associated with the liberally educated person To encourage students to develop personal value systems and responsible self-direction To foster committed participation in the local and global communities To help students develop as whole persons by providing individual attention, interactive teaching and opportunities for active participation in academic and extracurricular programs To prepare students for their careers by offering the necessary professional and pre-professional education To provide for the needs of a diversified student population with varied educational and professional experiences To foster an environment of openness to the exploration and understanding of diverse ideas, traditions and cultures To support educational programs and services that will contribute to the vitality of the communities served by the Brooklyn and Long Island campuses

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