Director of Athletics - 721
University of North Calorina Pembroke, Pembroke, NC, United States
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UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
Position Information
Division
Department
Department Office of Chancellor
Working Title
Working Title Director of Athletics
Vacancy Type
Vacancy Type Senior Academic and Administrative Officer
Min T/E Requirements
The next Director of Athletics will be an experienced, principled and student-centered leader with a demonstrated record of success in intercollegiate athletics or a similarly complex, mission-driven organization. The successful candidate will bring five to seven years of progressive leadership experience, including senior-level responsibility within a multifaceted enterprise, and will possess a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred). As a senior university leader and member of the Chancellor’s Cabinet, the athletics director will demonstrate unquestioned integrity and a strong working knowledge of NCAA compliance standards, while embracing UNCP’s mission and culture. The director will be expected to lead with accountability, excellence, and sportsmanship, consistent with the values and expectations of NCAA Division II and the “Life in the Balance” philosophy.
A proven ability to attract, develop, evaluate and retain coaches and staff, fostering a culture of integrity, accountability and competitive excellence.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and effective partnerships across campus and with alumni, donors, conference partners and community stakeholders.
Experience in team building and/or coaching, with a strong understanding of the demands placed on coaches and student-athletes.
Strong administrative and financial leadership skills, including oversight of budgets, personnel and complex operations.
Demonstrated commitment to and support of student-athlete academic success, including reinforcing the expectation that coaches serve as educators and faculty partners.
Successful experience in revenue generation including private fundraising, endowed scholarships, booster engagement, sponsorships, ticketing and game-day initiatives.
Demonstrated integrity, transparency and alignment with UNCP’s mission, including its historic commitment to the community and student access.
A talent for building trust and strong partnerships across campus, with system leadership and in the local community.
Clearly relational, approachable and visible at games, practices and university gatherings.
FTE 1
Recruitment Range Commensurate with Education and Experience
Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with Education and Experience
Position # 721
FLSA Status Exempt
Months per year 12
Is this a grant funded position? No
Primary Purpose of Organization Unit
UNCP Athletics is a comprehensive NCAA Division II program with 16 men’s and women’s teams. The division supports more than 400 student-athletes across a broad sport portfolio and is deeply committed to competitive excellence, academic success and community engagement. The next director of athletics will have the opportunity to lead a values-driven program, strengthen championship culture and advance the university’s mission through strategic vision, collaboration and inclusive leadership.
Primary Purpose of Position
The director of athletics serves as the university’s chief athletics administrator, providing strategic leadership and oversight for all aspects of the intercollegiate athletics program. The position is responsible for the supervision and development of coaches, administrators and support staff; fiscal management and fundraising; compliance with NCAA, conference, university and system policies; and the promotion of student-athlete academic success and well-being. The director also plays a key role in campus collaboration, external relations and advancing a culture of integrity, equity and competitive excellence.
The director of athletics serves as the university’s chief athletics administrator, providing strategic leadership and oversight for all aspects of the intercollegiate athletics program. The position is responsible for the supervision and development of coaches, administrators and support staff; fiscal management and fundraising; compliance with NCAA, conference, university and system policies; and the promotion of student-athlete academic success and well-being. The director also plays a key role in campus collaboration, external relations and advancing a culture of integrity, equity and competitive excellence.
This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus. To be eligible for a sign-on bonus, the candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time‑limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government subject to the State Human Resources Act.
Review of applications will begin immediately. Coach4Aday has been exclusively retained for this engagement, with founder Dan Kenney serving as lead consultant.
Please submit your resume and cover letter as soon as possible by emailing Coach4Aday directly at DKenney1953@gmail.com.
Please find more information at the link provided below:
https://www.uncp.edu/_files/AD_Leadership%20Profile_JM.pdf
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.
UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
Required Documents
C V/Resume
Cover Letter
Optional Documents
Other Document
Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
Agency Referral
American Librarian Association (ALA)
Association of Fundraising Professionals
BlacksInHigherEd.com
Career Builder
Chronicle of Higher Education
Cosida
CUPA HR
Disabled in Higher Ed
Disability Website (Other)
Educause
Glassdoor
HigherEdJobs
Indeed
Inside Higher Ed
Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
LinkedIn
Monster
NACUBO
NativeAmericansInHigherEd.com
Native Hire
NCAA Market
NC Works Online / One Stop Center
Newspaper
Personal Referral
Placement Exchange
SACUBO
Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM)
StudentAffairs.com
UNC Collaborative Website
UNC Pembroke Online Employment System
Veterans Advantage Jobs & Career Network
Veteran Website (Other)
VeteransInHigherEd.com
Vocational Rehab
Women in Higher Education
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Apply for this Job
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If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the
Bookmark
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Please see Special Instructions for more details. This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.
UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
Position Information
Division
Department
Department Office of Chancellor
Working Title
Working Title Director of Athletics
Vacancy Type
Vacancy Type Senior Academic and Administrative Officer
Min T/E Requirements
The next Director of Athletics will be an experienced, principled and student-centered leader with a demonstrated record of success in intercollegiate athletics or a similarly complex, mission-driven organization. The successful candidate will bring five to seven years of progressive leadership experience, including senior-level responsibility within a multifaceted enterprise, and will possess a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred). As a senior university leader and member of the Chancellor’s Cabinet, the athletics director will demonstrate unquestioned integrity and a strong working knowledge of NCAA compliance standards, while embracing UNCP’s mission and culture. The director will be expected to lead with accountability, excellence, and sportsmanship, consistent with the values and expectations of NCAA Division II and the “Life in the Balance” philosophy.
A proven ability to attract, develop, evaluate and retain coaches and staff, fostering a culture of integrity, accountability and competitive excellence.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and effective partnerships across campus and with alumni, donors, conference partners and community stakeholders.
Experience in team building and/or coaching, with a strong understanding of the demands placed on coaches and student-athletes.
Strong administrative and financial leadership skills, including oversight of budgets, personnel and complex operations.
Demonstrated commitment to and support of student-athlete academic success, including reinforcing the expectation that coaches serve as educators and faculty partners.
Successful experience in revenue generation including private fundraising, endowed scholarships, booster engagement, sponsorships, ticketing and game-day initiatives.
Demonstrated integrity, transparency and alignment with UNCP’s mission, including its historic commitment to the community and student access.
A talent for building trust and strong partnerships across campus, with system leadership and in the local community.
Clearly relational, approachable and visible at games, practices and university gatherings.
FTE 1
Recruitment Range Commensurate with Education and Experience
Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with Education and Experience
Position # 721
FLSA Status Exempt
Months per year 12
Is this a grant funded position? No
Primary Purpose of Organization Unit
UNCP Athletics is a comprehensive NCAA Division II program with 16 men’s and women’s teams. The division supports more than 400 student-athletes across a broad sport portfolio and is deeply committed to competitive excellence, academic success and community engagement. The next director of athletics will have the opportunity to lead a values-driven program, strengthen championship culture and advance the university’s mission through strategic vision, collaboration and inclusive leadership.
Primary Purpose of Position
The director of athletics serves as the university’s chief athletics administrator, providing strategic leadership and oversight for all aspects of the intercollegiate athletics program. The position is responsible for the supervision and development of coaches, administrators and support staff; fiscal management and fundraising; compliance with NCAA, conference, university and system policies; and the promotion of student-athlete academic success and well-being. The director also plays a key role in campus collaboration, external relations and advancing a culture of integrity, equity and competitive excellence.
The director of athletics serves as the university’s chief athletics administrator, providing strategic leadership and oversight for all aspects of the intercollegiate athletics program. The position is responsible for the supervision and development of coaches, administrators and support staff; fiscal management and fundraising; compliance with NCAA, conference, university and system policies; and the promotion of student-athlete academic success and well-being. The director also plays a key role in campus collaboration, external relations and advancing a culture of integrity, equity and competitive excellence.
This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus. To be eligible for a sign-on bonus, the candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time‑limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government subject to the State Human Resources Act.
Review of applications will begin immediately. Coach4Aday has been exclusively retained for this engagement, with founder Dan Kenney serving as lead consultant.
Please submit your resume and cover letter as soon as possible by emailing Coach4Aday directly at DKenney1953@gmail.com.
Please find more information at the link provided below:
https://www.uncp.edu/_files/AD_Leadership%20Profile_JM.pdf
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.
UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
Required Documents
C V/Resume
Cover Letter
Optional Documents
Other Document
Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
Agency Referral
American Librarian Association (ALA)
Association of Fundraising Professionals
BlacksInHigherEd.com
Career Builder
Chronicle of Higher Education
Cosida
CUPA HR
Disabled in Higher Ed
Disability Website (Other)
Educause
Glassdoor
HigherEdJobs
Indeed
Inside Higher Ed
Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Monster
NACUBO
NativeAmericansInHigherEd.com
Native Hire
NCAA Market
NC Works Online / One Stop Center
Newspaper
Personal Referral
Placement Exchange
SACUBO
Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM)
StudentAffairs.com
UNC Collaborative Website
UNC Pembroke Online Employment System
Veterans Advantage Jobs & Career Network
Veteran Website (Other)
VeteransInHigherEd.com
Vocational Rehab
Women in Higher Education
Website - Other
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