Director of Operations
Summary
- Job Category:
- Athletics Administration
- Job Title:
- Director of Operations
- Job Category Definition:
- Responsibilities of this specialty include all aspects of the operational components of sports programs in intercollegiate athletics. These functions will include the systematic management of all operational needs associated with intercollegiate athletics sports programs. Responsibilities will vary but may include: hiring, evaluating and supervising personnel; managing business relationships and/or processes; working with internal and external constituencies; managing and administering budgets; complying with NCAA, Conference and Institutional rules and regulations; interpreting legislation; managing and promoting events; coordinating facilities; interacting with the media; developing schedules and practices; reserving travel and securing hotels; assisting with recruiting student-athletes and staff; consulting with on and off-campus colleagues; representing the department on committees and at various institutional, conference and national events; fundraising; and ensuring program equity and Title IX compliance.
- Job Title Definition:
- A Director of Operations coordinates all operations for a specific athletic program at an educational institution; responsibilities include manage program budget as it relates to summer camps, video exchange, recruiting, equipment, and team travel; coordinate practice and game times; plan and coordinate all aspects of team travel; develop itineraries; coordinate transportation, hotel arrangements, meals, practice times and sites, to meet NCAA rules and regulations; serve as a liaison to athletic administration, compliance, facilities, training staff, equipment manager, communications, marketing, and other organizations; organize all aspects of recruiting visits, including facility scheduling, host coordination, hotel accommodations, travel and flight arrangements, transportation, and campus meetings; plans, organizes and coordinates all logistics of the summer camp program; promote program by creating and distributing brochures; manages the budget to ensure expenses are within budget; organizes registration; oversees the staff hiring, and establishes daily camp schedule; hire, supervise, and evaluate team manager and student intern program; may manage and supervise video production; communicate with Alumnae and Donors; coordinate team community service activities. Duties are performed at various levels within the defined title.
- Working Conditions:
- Specific physical requirements and effort are outlined in Job Responsibilities Worksheet (list of essential job duties and responsibilities specific to a particular job at the unit level) in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA).
- Other Requirements:
Levels
Level 1
| Job Code | Salary Band | FLSA Status |
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| ATAD0101 | H | Exempt |
Level 1 positions typically demonstrate baseline planning, organizing, directing, and facilitating skills along with baseline knowledge of routine work applications, employment regulations, policies, and procedures necessary to perform assigned managerial/supervisory tasks; follow recommended approach to assigned work to facilitate achievement of desired results and review completed work of others to verify accuracy and conformance to required procedures and special instructions; ensure employees practice respect for the opinions of others and an awareness of the value of diversity, safety, and environmental consciousness in the workplace; utilize a communication style that is appropriate for a given situation; practice positive approaches to problem solving for basic issues; evaluate recommended changes/improvements to quality improvement processes, procedures, policies, and plans; supervise assigned staff and coordinate routine activities to ensure successful completion of tasks.
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1+ years related experience Bachelor’s Degree or higher required |
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This profile is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions in this job title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties should not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.
Level 2
| Job Code | Salary Band | FLSA Status |
|---|---|---|
| ATAD0102 | J | Exempt |
Level 2 positions typically demonstrate intermediate planning, organizing, directing, and facilitating skills along with intermediate knowledge of employment regulations, policies, and procedures necessary to perform assigned managerial/supervisory tasks; define work objectives, plans, priorities and deadlines and delegate routine tasks appropriately; review completed work of others to verify technical soundness and adherence to deadlines; coach, mentor, and motivate staff in a fair and consistent manner to achieve goals; coach employees on practices that promote the value of diversity, safety, and environmental consciousness in the workplace; demonstrate intermediate ability to communicate using more complex terms relevant to specific discipline; develop creative recommendations for solving problems that are varied and somewhat difficult in nature but with limited scope; identify and implement changes/improvements to quality improvement processes, procedures, policies, and plans; supervise staff and coordinate activities to ensure successful completion of tasks.
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4+ years of related experience Bachelor’s Degree or higher required |
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This profile is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions in this job title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties should not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.
Level 3
| Job Code | Salary Band | FLSA Status |
|---|---|---|
| ATAD0103 | L | Exempt |
Level 3 positions typically demonstrate proficient ability in work design, project management, financial planning and development of goals for accomplishing difficult unit assignments; demonstrate awareness of emerging trends, and changes in employment regulations, policies and procedures to proactively address issues; review completed work of others for conformity to policy, and effectiveness of approach; delegate more advanced tasks to others; facilitate optimal group dynamics and evaluate employee performance on difficult work assignments and recommend appropriate developmental opportunities; develop and implement practices that promote a culture of diversity, safety, and environmental consciousness and that is conducive to effective relationships among diverse groups of employees; use diplomacy and advanced communication skills in unstructured settings; modify, adapt, or refine guidelines, if necessary, to resolve issues or problems; develop, evaluate, enhance, and/or implement quality improvement practices, processes, procedures, or policies that have an impact on unit operations.
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6+ years of related experience Bachelor’s Degree or higher required |
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This profile is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions in this job title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties should not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.