Oregon State University

Vice President and Athletics Director

 

Oregon State University (OSU) is seeking a dynamic individual with a demonstrated record of success in higher education leadership responsibilities and achievements in the administration of Division I intercollegiate athletics within a comprehensive university or equivalent experience with a sports organization or entity. The Vice President-Athletics Director (AD) reports directly to the President and serves as the Chief Athletics Administrator of the University’s Intercollegiate Athletics Program. As an active participant on the President’s Cabinet, the AD will work closely with other Cabinet members to build a strong, positive athletics program and encourage support for the University among a broad range of internal and external stakeholders. Key stakeholders include students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, donors, the media, business and community leaders, and other supporters of OSU.

 

The position supports the University’s academic mission and programs by aligning OSU’s Division I intercollegiate athletics program with the mission and values of the University. The AD serves as the primary spokesperson for the Athletics program, promoting its philosophy and values, and regularly engaging stakeholders and constituents. The AD integrates and engages student-athletes, staff, and coaches into the programs and activities of the University. The AD also takes the lead in developing a climate of trust, honesty, integrity, and open communications while advocating for and committing to all aspects of diversity and inclusion—a climate where all constituents feel valued and differences are celebrated.

 

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

 

Duties & Responsibilities

 

The AD is expected to:

 

1. Provide leadership and sound decision-making that adheres to the highest standards of integrity with regard to all Athletics Department matters, including fiscal affairs, personnel, strategic planning, facilities, public relations, marketing and general operations;
2. Formulate and implement Athletics policies, including strategic planning, fundraising, and financial management of the Athletics program in accordance with NCAA rules and regulations;
3. Provide administrative direction and oversight for all Athletics programs and activities to ensure that all administrative and operational functions are efficient, equitable and productive;
4. Develop and manage departmental, team, and special events budgets, administering departmental funds and accounts in a fiscally responsible manner, and ensure compliance with all federal, divisional and university Athletics regulations and with University cash-handling and management policies. In these areas, the AD will be expected to demonstrate sound business judgment and sophisticated financial skills;
5. Oversee departmental fund development strategies, public relations and community outreach activities;
6. Collaborate with student administrative offices and Admissions on the recruitment and retention of student-athletes;
7. Promote an atmosphere that advances the holistic development of student-athletes and their integration into campus life with particular attention to NCAA graduation rates and Academic Progress Rate (APR);
8. Allocate adequate resources to ensure the academic success of student-athletes;
9. Strengthen all sports to be competitive at the highest possible levels and ensure that every competition provides an outstanding experience for each fan;
10. Recruit, mentor and retain a diverse pool of strong, ethical, and talented coaches to foster success in all sports;
11. Oversee Athletics staff, including shared responsibility for hiring, discipline, training, mentoring, and evaluating coaches and Athletics staff. For success in these areas the AD must be a leader with the ability to make thoughtful decisions in a timely manner;
12. Advocate for the developmental needs of students, staff and coaches;
13. Assure gender equity and full compliance with Title IX;
14. Advocate for the advancement of underrepresented groups in coaching and administration of intercollegiate athletics;
15. Assure OSU is in compliance with all University, state, federal, and NCAA policies, rules, regulations, and operational procedures;
16. Represent the University at NCAA and Pac-12 activities; and
17. Perform other job-related duties as required.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Commitment to understand and support Oregon State University’s vision and mission and to model institutional values.
• Commitment to integrity and honesty and to lead ethically, thoughtfully and decisively.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with demonstrated experience connecting with and responding to media and internal and external constituencies at multiple levels and a sophisticated understanding of marketing and the requirements for an outstanding game day experience.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with multiple internal and external constituencies.
• Ability to hire, develop, inspire, and effectively lead a highly competent and diverse staff.

 

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 8 years successful senior-level management experience in intercollegiate athletics or a related field, preferably in higher education athletics administration.
• Experience in and demonstrated understanding of NCAA regulations, policies, and practices.
• Demonstrated understanding, experience, and commitment to promoting diversity at all levels.
• Demonstrated understanding and experience in budget management and long-range financial planning in a complex organization based on sound business management skills and sophisticated financial capabilities.      
• Successful record of raising private support from donors.
• This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position-qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions, and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 24 months.
• This position requires driving a University vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the University; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History Check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position-qualified and self-report convictions (as per Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OSU Standard 125-155-0200) as per OSU 576-056-0000 et seq.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Post-graduate degree from an accredited institution.
• Four or more years of experience at an “Autonomous 5” institution or conference.

 

 

About Oregon State University and Corvallis

Oregon State University has always been a place with a purpose — making a positive difference in quality of life, natural resources and economic prosperity in Oregon and beyond. Through discovery, innovation and application, we are meeting challenges, solving problems and turning ideas into reality.

 

Founded in 1868, Oregon State is the state’s land-grant university and is one of only two universities in the U.S. to have Sea Grant, Space Grant and Sun Grant designations as well. Oregon State is also the only university in Oregon to hold both the Carnegie Foundation's top designation for research institutions and its prestigious Community Engagement classification.

 

As Oregon’s leading public research university, with $336 million in external funding in the 2016 fiscal year, Oregon State’s impact reaches across the state and beyond. With 12 colleges, 15 agricultural experiment stations, 35 county Extension offices, the Hatfield Marine Sciences Center in Newport, and OSU-Cascades in Bend, Oregon State has a presence in every one of Oregon’s 36 counties, with a statewide economic footprint of $2.232 billion.

 

Oregon State welcomes a diverse student body of over 30,000 students from across Oregon, all 50 states and more than 100 countries. They can choose from more than 200 undergraduate and more than 80 graduate degree programs, including over 30 degrees online offered through Oregon State Ecampus. Oregon State increasingly attracts high-achieving students, with nationally recognized programs in such areas as agricultural sciences, business, computer science, conservation biology, fisheries and wildlife management, forestry, life sciences, nuclear engineering, pharmacy, and public health.

 

Oregon State also ranks high in sustainability -- fourth among universities nationwide for using renewable energy and first in the Pac-12 Conference. And our students literally help power the university: 22 exercise machines at Dixon Recreation Center are connected to the grid.

The 400-acre main campus in Corvallis includes a historic district listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The district includes such icons as Weatherford Hall, the Memorial Union and Benton Hall, the oldest building on campus.

 

Oregon State is located in Corvallis, a vibrant college town of more than 57,000 in the heart of western Oregon’s Willamette Valley, about 1½ hours south of Portland and about the same drive time from the Pacific Coast and the Cascade Mountains. Corvallis consistently ranks among the best and safest cities to live in the U.S., as well as among the most environmentally responsible.

 

Applications:
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by Monday, October 17, 2016. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

Inquiries, nominations, and applications are confidential and should be directed to:
Jeff Schemmel, Esq.

President

College Sports Solutions

375 Highland Avenue, Suite 506

Atlanta, GA 30312

jschemmel@collegesportssolutions.com

770.485.2690 (O)

619.849.0492 (C)

http://collegesportssolutions.com

 

Applications should be submitted electronically and include a letter of interest addressing each of the qualifications for this position; CV; and contact information for five current references, including each reference's name, title, address, telephone number, and electronic mail address.

All application materials must be submitted to College Sports Solution.  Application materials submitted via this posting will not be considered.