Director of Athletics
University of Alaska at Anchorage, Anchorage, AK, United States
Position Overview
The University of Alaska – Anchorage (UAA) seeks an innovative and collaborative leader to serve as its next Director of Athletics ("AD" or the "Director"). Located in Anchorage — Alaska's largest city and gateway to world-class outdoor adventure — UAA offers a distinctive opportunity to lead a nationally recognized National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I and II athletics program in one of the most unique settings in higher education. The AD will join the Chancellor's leadership team at a pivotal moment for the university and Seawolf Athletics. With strong community support, outstanding facilities, and a student‑athlete culture grounded in academic success and athletic excellence, the next AD will have the opportunity to elevate the national profile of Seawolf Athletics while strengthening its impact across Alaska and beyond. This role offers a rare combination of strategic leadership, community engagement, and program growth within a dynamic dual‑mission university, positioning athletics as a driver of enrollment, community engagement, and workforce pathways for metropolitan Anchorage and communities across Southcentral Alaska. Key Responsibilities
Lead the university’s NCAA Division I and II athletics program. Collaborate with the Chancellor’s leadership team to advance the university’s strategic goals. Elevate the national profile of Seawolf Athletics. Strengthen the program’s impact throughout Alaska and beyond. Drive strategic leadership, community engagement, and program growth initiatives. Qualifications
Experienced leaders with a strong record of leadership success in intercollegiate athletics. Preference for candidates with NCAA Division I and/or II experience. Open to candidates with professional sport leadership experience and a sophisticated understanding of intercollegiate athletics. How to Apply
Applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the leadership profile which can be found at
www.wittkieffer.com . For full consideration, candidate materials should be received by April 20, 2026. Application materials should be submitted to the WittKieffer Candidate Portal. Nominations and inquiries can be directed to Sandra Chu and Jeff Compher at
UAADirectorofAthletics@wittkieffer.com . Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of Alaska does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, marital status, changes in marital status, pregnancy, child‑birth or related medical conditions, parenthood, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation or belief, genetic information or other legally protected status. The University of Alaska (alaska.edu/alaska) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination (alaska.edu/nondiscrimination) against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.
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The University of Alaska – Anchorage (UAA) seeks an innovative and collaborative leader to serve as its next Director of Athletics ("AD" or the "Director"). Located in Anchorage — Alaska's largest city and gateway to world-class outdoor adventure — UAA offers a distinctive opportunity to lead a nationally recognized National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I and II athletics program in one of the most unique settings in higher education. The AD will join the Chancellor's leadership team at a pivotal moment for the university and Seawolf Athletics. With strong community support, outstanding facilities, and a student‑athlete culture grounded in academic success and athletic excellence, the next AD will have the opportunity to elevate the national profile of Seawolf Athletics while strengthening its impact across Alaska and beyond. This role offers a rare combination of strategic leadership, community engagement, and program growth within a dynamic dual‑mission university, positioning athletics as a driver of enrollment, community engagement, and workforce pathways for metropolitan Anchorage and communities across Southcentral Alaska. Key Responsibilities
Lead the university’s NCAA Division I and II athletics program. Collaborate with the Chancellor’s leadership team to advance the university’s strategic goals. Elevate the national profile of Seawolf Athletics. Strengthen the program’s impact throughout Alaska and beyond. Drive strategic leadership, community engagement, and program growth initiatives. Qualifications
Experienced leaders with a strong record of leadership success in intercollegiate athletics. Preference for candidates with NCAA Division I and/or II experience. Open to candidates with professional sport leadership experience and a sophisticated understanding of intercollegiate athletics. How to Apply
Applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the leadership profile which can be found at
www.wittkieffer.com . For full consideration, candidate materials should be received by April 20, 2026. Application materials should be submitted to the WittKieffer Candidate Portal. Nominations and inquiries can be directed to Sandra Chu and Jeff Compher at
UAADirectorofAthletics@wittkieffer.com . Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of Alaska does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, marital status, changes in marital status, pregnancy, child‑birth or related medical conditions, parenthood, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation or belief, genetic information or other legally protected status. The University of Alaska (alaska.edu/alaska) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination (alaska.edu/nondiscrimination) against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.
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