Tennessee Tech Director Of Athletics
About Tennessee Tech University
Tennessee Tech produces practical, ready-to-work graduates from a broad range of academic disciplines prepared to compete in a technologically driven world. Here, students have the freedom to discover and pursue their passions, knowing there is a supportive community behind them. Developing their passions into hundreds of student clubs and organizations, Tech students make an impact on campus, in the community and around the world.
Transformative experiences are a tradition at Tech. Our students cultivate a lifelong desire to learn about their favorite subjects, or pursue entirely new interests under the guidance of knowledgeable and supportive faculty. A genuine community of faculty, staff and alumni committed to challenging all to bring out their best and to supporting each other in academic, personal and professional development exists at Tech. These pursuits result in honest, lifelong connections that carry far beyond the classroom.
With an enrollment of around 10,000 students, Tech offers degrees from eight academic schools and colleges: Agriculture and Human Ecology, Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Engineering, Fine Arts, Interdisciplinary Studies, and Nursing.
Tennessee Tech Athletics (the Golden Eagles) sponsors 15 NCAA Division I teams that compete in the Ohio Valley Conference. The mission of TTU Intercollegiate Athletics, based upon and consistent with the University, is to encourage student scholarship and sportsmanship with emphasis placed on helping student-athletes make appropriate progress toward completion of their chosen academic degree program and become productive members of society. The TTU Intercollegiate Athletics Program serves as a rallying point for the University as well as a public relations outlet for University activities by striving to bring positive recognition to TTU through a program built on concepts including excellence, integrity, and enthusiasm.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Director of Athletics provides leadership for a department of XX coaches and staff who are deeply committed to the development of over XX student-athletes across 15 varsity programs. As a member of the President’s senior leadership team and reporting directly to the President, the AD provides oversight of strategic planning, fiscal affairs, staffing, fundraising, athletics facilities, regulatory compliance, and general operations while also working closely with multiple internal and external constituencies to advance the University’s mission, strategic objectives, and goals. The AD represents Tennessee Tech University and the Department with integrity while ensuring compliance with University, NCAA, and Ohio Valley Conference policies, as well as policies and standards set by the Tennessee Board of Regents, fosters a positive culture, and promotes the role of athletics in the TTU and Cookeville communities.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide leadership for all aspects of the intercollegiate athletics programs of the university, including matters pertaining to personnel, academic and athletic success, budget, facilities, operations, fundraising, compliance and student-athlete welfare and development.
- Supervise the planning and operations of the Athletics Department.
- Ensure the compliance of all Athletics Department employees with laws, policies, rules and regulations governing Tennessee Tech University and its employees, as well as the rules of the NCAA, affiliated conferences and Tennessee Board of Regents.
- Ensure the academic excellence and integrity of all student-athletes.
- Responsible for the strategic planning, marketing, and program development of the Athletics department.
- Serve as a member of the president’s senior administrative staff, fulfilling responsibilities as assigned by the President.
- Fundraise and participate in alumni affairs in conjunction with the University.
- Ensure the fiscal responsibility of the athletics department.
- Serve as a results-oriented leader while identifying, hiring, supporting, and evaluating head coaches in all 15 varsity sports.
- Commit to collaboration with other leaders across campus and in the broader Cookeville community to continue to enhance the reputation and quality of the university and Golden Eagles Athletics.
- Effectively navigate, via written and oral communication, competing interests among key constituents while facing public scrutiny.
- Provide direction for policies to ensure the safety and well-being of student-athletes and promote the integration of student-athletes into the broader student and campus population.
- Ensure commitment to the principles of gender equity, diversity, sportsmanship and ethical conduct.
- Represent the University nationally to the NCAA and affiliated conferences.
- Serve as a highly visible champion for TTU Athletics, effectively recruiting prospective student-athletes and their families and partner with TTU’s advancement staff to form strong relationships with benefactors and effectively fundraise for the school.
- Provide an annual report to the Athletics Committee and the Administrative Council on the status of Athletic Department equity and minority issues.
- Serve as an Ex-Officio member of the Athletics Committee and Executive Officer of the Committee.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Master’s degree.
- Equivalent to ten years of progressively responsible experience in a senior athletic administration position or relevant transferable experience.
- Working knowledge of NCAA Division I athletics programs and what is required to achieve success at that level within the changing policy landscape. Experience dealing with issues such as NIL, transfer portal, the House settlement and related issues, conference realignment, and student-athlete mental health and wellness.
- Demonstrated high integrity and ethical standards.
- Excellent organizational, management, planning and marketing skills.
- Demonstrated ability to represent the institution with professionalism and knowledge.
- Proven capability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ten or more years of successful managerial experience with evidence of increased responsibility over time in NCAA Division I collegiate athletics or professional athletics.
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience with FBS athletics programs and Division I basketball as well as major issues and trends across the NCAA landscape (e.g. NIL, transfer portal).
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- Ability to meet and work well with the public and external stakeholders, including an external governing board such as the Tennessee Board of Regents, and develop and maintain a strong network of industry leaders, especially those at organizations that present future opportunities for the University.
- Demonstrated ability and strong commitment to fundraising and proven business acumen. Demonstrated innovative approach to growing resources for a broad-based program that values all sports and student-athletes.
- Extensive network of relationships among Power 4/Group of 5 institutions and conference leadership.
- Be highly student-centered in all decision-making; Demonstrated commitment to supporting student-athlete health and safety as well as their academic, athletic, and personal success.
- Demonstrated appreciation for Title IX compliance and a broad commitment to men’s and women’s varsity sports.
- Evidence of effective leadership and the ability to manage and motivate others.
- Demonstrated success in managing a multi-million-dollar budget.
- Established record of achievement in the areas of marketing and promotions. Demonstrated ability to leverage media, marketing, and content strategy to enhance the visibility of Golden Eagles Athletics on the national stage.
APPLICATIONS: The position will remain open until filled; but, for best consideration, applicants are encouraged to submit a letter of application and resume electronically via: www.collegiatesportsassociates.com by X. No hard copy applications will be accepted. Nominations for the position and questions concerning the job requirements or hiring process should be directed to: steph@collegiatesportsassociates.com
SALARY: Commensurate with experience.
Tennessee Tech is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex, disability, age (40 and over), status as a protected veteran, genetic information or any other category protected by federal or state law. Inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies should be directed to equity@tntech.edu.
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