Women's Athletics Director jobs in Saginaw, MI

Director of Athletics

The Position

Reporting directly to the Executive Director the Director of Athletics is responsible for management and development of Youth and Adult athletics programming, Middle School Athletics, Midland Basketball Academy, Youth Athletics Camps and Greater Midland Races. This individual must maintain high personal standards and adhere to and carry out the purpose of Greater Midland to Promote Vitality, Build Belonging and Serve with Heart.

Major Job Responsibilities

• Recruit, lead, develop and manage athletic program staff including but not limited to Coordinators, Coaches/Instructors, Officials and large volunteer base.
• Create and maintain department budget with strict adherence to expense controls and focus on achievement of revenue targets.
• Ensure high-quality, results-based programming through effective training and professional growth of staff, exceptional communication and safe/appropriate execution of all programming.
• Continue the growth of athletics programming.
• Fundraising and sponsorships to support athletics programming through collaborative marketing efforts, outreach, building and leveraging networks.
• Coordinate the schedule and staff for Youth Athletic Camps in collaboration with Director of Camp/Recreation.
• Update, maintain and enforce organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
• Build familiarity with MHSSA (Michigan High School Athletic Association) policies.
• Coordinate complex facility schedules including programming, drop-in activities and rentals.
• Exercise collaboration, responsiveness and timely communication to establish strong working relationships.
• Strong community collaboration and continued outreach to expand equitable access to and participation in programs.
• Build strong community partnerships including but not limited to Midland Public Schools, local school districts, businesses, agencies and existing community partners.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree or higher in recreation, physical education or related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in administrative/departmental level leadership.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience supervising a team of 10 employees.
• Exceptional communication skills, interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with the community.
• CPR/First aid certification.

Physical Requirements

Greater Midland operates operating units and multiple program sites across the Greater Midland area. Facilities vary in layout and size and include various environments. Hours of operation vary and may include early mornings, late evenings and weekends.

Why You Should Apply: As a full-time, exempt employee at Greater Midland, you receive:

• Health Insurance, Paid Time-Off, Holidays, 401k benefits, Life Insurance, AD&D and Long & Short-term Disability, Maternity Leave.  
• A free family premier membership at any of our centers. 
• Significant discounts on Greater Midland programs and services. 
• Discounts on childcare services and day camps for the employees’ child or dependents at all centers. 

(Job Code: GM1085)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $43,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person