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Posted: 15-Jan-25

Location: Glassboro, New Jersey

Type: Full-time

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Executive Executive - Athletics Director

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Collegiate Sports About Rowan University

Rowan University is a public research university located in Glassboro, New Jersey. Founded in 1923, Rowan has evolved from a teacher preparation college to a top research institution that offers bachelor through doctoral degrees and professional certificates to 22,000 students through the main campus in Glassboro and the medical school campuses in Camden, Stratford, and Sewell. Rowan emphasizes research at the intersection of engineering, medicine, science, and business while ensuring excellence in undergraduate education.

Rowan strives to become a new model for higher education by being inclusive, agile, and responsive through offering diverse scholarly and creative educational experiences to meet the needs of all its students. Rowan commits to expanding access to quality educational opportunities by increasing its enrollment capacity and creating new pathways to undergraduate, graduate, post-graduate, and professional studies. The University is committed to keeping higher education affordable while also providing rigorous, experiential, and engaging educational experiences. Rowan also works to benefit the local and state communities by partnering with industry and regional businesses and organizations and preparing their students to be part of the skilled workforce.

Dr. Ali A. Houshmand became Rowan University’s seventh president in 2012. Since his arrival, Rowan has more than doubled its enrollment and has evolved from a well-regarded state school to a Carnegie-classified R2 national university with two medical schools and New Jersey’s first veterinary school, which will welcome its first class in fall 2025. In 2012, Houshmand oversaw the opening of the Cooper Medical School of Rowan University and the integration of the School of Osteopathic Medicine from the former University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. With both those schools becoming part of Rowan, the University became the second in the nation to offer both M.D.- and D.O- granting medical programs. Active in reshaping all aspects of the University, President Houshmand has also helped guide the success of Rowan Boulevard, a $426 million collaboration between Rowan, private developers, and the Borough of Glassboro that since 2008, has created a new downtown with housing, retail, restaurant, and academic space.

About the Position and Rowan Athletics

Reporting to the President, the Director of Athletics organizes and administers the intercollegiate athletic program, including eight men’s and ten women’s programs. The Director of Athletics is the chief administrator for the University's intercollegiate athletics program and establishes policies and procedures that achieve the parallel goals of developing quality, competitive athletics teams and supporting the individual educational goals of student-athletes. The Director ensures that the University complies with applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), athletic conferences, and university rules and regulations governing all intercollegiate athletics programs. The Director supervises a staff of athletic coaches and professional and support personnel, develops and manages operating budgets for the intercollegiate athletics program, and participates in fund-raising activities as appropriate. The Director of Athletics provides leadership and vision for the athletics program, which reflects the university's mission and philosophy.

Rowan competes as a member of the New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) and offers 18 varsity sports. Rowan consistently performs well in the NJAC and has captured 26 NJAC team championships and 19 appearances in the NCAA Championships in the last five years. Rowan is also ranked 21st nationally in the Learfield Division III Director’s Cup and earned its fourth consecutive NJAC cup in 2023-24, recognizing its overall success in conference competition as an athletic program. Rowan athletes also excel individually both on and off the field, with many receiving All-America honors as well as being named to the Academic All-America teams.

Rowan Athletics is dedicated to pursuing excellence and is committed to helping its students and others achieve their fullest potentials as scholars, athletes, leaders, and members of society. The athletic department also emphasizes community and developing a spirit of unity and belonging in the department. Through combining athletics and service, the department encourages diversity and inclusion and brings together members of campus, alumni, and local communities. Rowan athletics holds itself to the highest standards of integrity through actions of respect, honesty, and fair play and strives to behave ethically towards others and convey expectations of high moral character. As a whole, athletics also emphasizes teamwork and realizes that individual successes strengthen the whole. At the forefront of athletics is the commitment to education, where the goal is to develop a culture where lifelong learning is a priority. Supporting each other and the student-athletes in the quest for academic success is paramount.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as a liaison to the Rowan University Board of Trustees Strategic Athletic Planning Committee. • Offer visionary leadership for the Athletics Department, setting strategic goals and objectives paralleled with the University's mission and values and establishing strategic partnerships and initiatives that support revenue growth to meet the growing needs of collegiate athletics. • Develop a ten-year strategic plan for the growth and success of the university's athletic programs and facilities that are consistent with the university's overall direction, goals, and budgeting processes. • Purposefully foster a selfless environment that cultivates community, embraces learning, and enhances excellence in sport and life. • Partner with other University departments to coordinate activities, adhere to policies and procedures, and seek guidance as needed. • Ensure the Athletics Department adheres to all NCAA, New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC), Title IX, and University policies, rules, and regulations. • Oversee Athletics compliance and training programs and monitor adherence to policies, rules, and regulations. • Facilitates the attainment of personal development and academic goals by student-athletes through a philosophy that promotes those goals and establishes an environment conducive to both, maintaining accessibility for student-athletes whether for athletic or educational matters, providing opportunities for academic assistance to student-athletes if required, and monitoring the academic progress of participating student-athletes. • Promote academic achievement and graduate rates among student-athletes. • Ensuring student-athletes have access to resources needed to succeed in their athletic and academic endeavors. • Ensures that the quality and quantity of medical care available to student-athletes is appropriate for the particular activity being conducted by providing the head athletic trainer with guidance and direction regarding such matters as athletic insurance coverage and coordination with physicians to ensure proper care and supervision during athletic events and/or training sessions. • Oversight of the maintenance and enhancement of athletic facilities, ensuring they meet the needs of the athletic programs and provide safe and supportive environments for all users. • Plan and manage capital projects, ensuring facilities meet the needs of the Athletics program. • Ensure efficient and effective operations of all athletic events and activities. • Represent the University at professional meetings and other special or public events. • Serve as the primary spokesperson for the Athletics Department, representing the Rowan University Athletics program to external stakeholders. • Build strong relationships with alumni, donors, fans, and the local community. • Enhance the University's Athletics program and Rowan's overall reputation through media relations, marketing, and community engagement. • Leader for the growth and development of student-athletes and their integration with the entire campus culture and population. • Oversee the Athletics Department budget, ensuring financial stability and accountability. • Identify and secure funding sources, including fundraising, sponsorships, and revenue-generating activities. • Supervise the business operation of the athletics program, planning and developing an annual budget for the intercollegiate athletics program, which includes equipment, facility, training, or related resource needs, performing budget reconciliations, and exercising final authority over departmental expenditures. • Collaborate with the University Finance Department to manage financial operations, including budget planning, forecasting, and reporting. • Motivate coaches, staff, and administrators to deliver high-performance results while emphasizing a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging and a balanced approach to athletics, academics, and community service. • Encourage staff to pursue professional development opportunities and create a positive work environment. • Individually meet yearly with full-time staff to evaluate and get feedback on daily operations. Identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.

Minimum Requirements

A bachelor’s degree is required, emphasizing a discipline relevant to the multiple tasks and duties expected of the director. An advanced degree is preferred. Demonstrate leadership and management experience in athletic administration at the NCAA Division I, II, or III level or a related field. Demonstrated success in fundraising, budget management, and strategic planning. Demonstrates success in athletic facility development and construction. Strong knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. Must demonstrate an ability to make decisions and manage change. Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders. Commitment to the academic and athletic success of student-athletes. Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

Preferred Qualifications 

Deeply appreciate Rowan’s history and values and are unwaveringly committed to upholding its mission and vision. Lead with solid values that align with those of the University. Demonstrate unwavering integrity and courage and demand the same from all coaches, staff, and student-athletes. Ability to work collaboratively with other campus leaders and contribute to the life of the University, well beyond the role as a traditional AD, and ensure that Athletics is not siloed from the broader university. Have experience growing resources by maximizing exciting opportunities while embracing innovation. Confidently represent Rowan University Athletics and Rowan University as a public-facing figure. Record of leadership in the growth and development of an athletic program. Excellent administrative skills, organizational skills, and positive oral/written communication skills. Experience in facility design, development, and capital projects and can develop a vision for enhancement of Rowan Athletics facilities. Experience in building a championship culture where student-athletes are successful both on and off the field. Ability to navigate and hold discussions around the changing landscape of the NCAA.

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