Full Time Athletic Director

Lorain County Community College - Elyria, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Elyria, OH

Educational Services

About the position

The Athletic Director at Lorain County Community College is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the athletic program, ensuring compliance with regulations, and promoting student academic success. This role involves managing day-to-day operations, supervising coaches, scheduling contests, and serving as a liaison with the NJCAA. The Athletic Director also plays a key role in fostering a culture of sportsmanship and excellence within the athletic department.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the athletic program, including supervising coaches and scheduling athletic contests.
• Serve as the liaison with the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).
• Promote student academic success through various programs.
• Ensure compliance with Title IX regulations and submit the annual Title IX report.
• Determine eligibility for LCCC student-athletes and submit eligibility rosters to NJCAA.
• Assist in the hiring and supervising of all coaches.
• Monitor the recruitment of prospective student-athletes by the coaching staff.
• Manage the athletic budget and team accounts.
• Provide leadership in planning and implementing programs to promote student-athlete academic success, including study tables and tutoring sessions.
• Develop an athletic calendar of events, including scheduling and overseeing operations of home events.

Requirements

• Experience in athletic administration or a related field.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Knowledge of NJCAA, Region XII, and OCCAC rules and regulations.
• Ability to promote student academic success and compliance with Title IX.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in budget management.
• Familiarity with recruitment processes for student-athletes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan options.
• Professional development opportunities.