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Assistant Director of Competitive Sports

Position Number: 7003901
Location: Brockport, NY
Position Type: Athletics/Coaching

Assistant Director of Competitive Sports

SUNY Brockport

Salary: $63,147.00 - $69,461.00 Annually
Location: SUNY Brockport
Job Type: Professional Full-Time
Job Number: 2500271
Division: Student Affairs
Department: Campus Recreation
Opening Date: 03/16/2026
Closing:
Bargaining Unit:

Founded in 1835, State University of New York (SUNY) Brockport is an exceptional regional comprehensive public university that offers high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the arts, business, education, health, humanities, social sciences, and STEM. The University's curriculum is grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and emphasizes experiential learning.

Located only a few miles from Lake Ontario in a quaint "Village on the Erie Canal," SUNY Brockport is conveniently situated between the cities of Rochester and Buffalo - the fourth and second largest cities in New York State. Inspiring excellence through growth, engagement, and transformation is our mission. Join the inclusive community of dedicated faculty, staff, and students who together are Building a Better Brockport!

SUNY Brockport has a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. We welcome individuality and encourage you to utilize your unique talents and bring your skills as we collaboratively strive to build meaningful lives and vibrant communities.

SUMMARY

SUNY Brockport is accepting applications for an Assistant Director of Competitive Sports. Reporting to the Associate Director for Campus Recreation, this position plans and supervises the club sports and intramural programs. This position will lead a comprehensive and dynamic club sport programs that provides participation, leadership development, and competition opportunities for over 1000 students for over 30 clubs each year in addition to an active intramural program. The Assistant Director works with colleagues to manage a comprehensive collegiate recreation program and assists with the selection and delivery of recreation activities and student employment practices that contribute to student success and wellbeing.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential Functions:
Staffing/Supervision and Budgets for Competitive Sports Program

Manages recruitment, hiring, training, and evaluation of full-time, graduate assistants, and student staff for all competitive sports programs.
Provides supervision and mentoring to all competitive sport staff including a full-time coordinator and two graduate assistants and a Club Sport Executive Council.
Develops and administers budget for competitive sports area.

Risk Management of Competitive Sports Program

Researches liability issues and risks related to intramural and club sport activities and updates policies and procedures, to ensure an appropriate standard of care and safety for all participants.
Conducts regular visits to all facilities used for/by club sports and recommend changes and upgrades to facilities as appropriate.
Ensures the preparation and safety of facilities and the reporting of any damaged equipment that would pose a risk or negative impact on the participant/spectator experience.
Manages all appropriate documents including assumption of risk forms and medical information consistent with SUNY Brockport's policies and procedures.
Ensures proper support of Athletic Trainers and Emergency Responders during home games as required for all club sport teams.
Serves as the primary point of contact for our external facility relationship and contracts.

Administration of Comprehensive Club Sport Program

Develops and implements a leadership model for club sport participants and club leaders.
Conducts regular meetings, online resources, and strategic communication for all club officers, with special attention to high-risk and off-site clubs.
Coordinates all practices, home and away competitions and performances for all club sports.
Establishes a shared supervision and support schedule between the Intramural and Club Sports Coordinator as well as the Graduate Assistant for weekend competitions.
Creates a strategic fundraising plan for all club sports to engage alumni, participants, and families. Provides oversight of all club sport foundation accounts.
Prepares budget proposals and manages fiscal resources, recommend and/or requisition purchases for equipment and supplies.
Prepares equipment/supply orders, league/vendor payments and travel reimbursements.
Assists with recruitment and evaluates the Club Sports experience for incoming students.

Administration of Comprehensive Intramural Program

Develops and implements policies, procedures, and guidelines, including intramural rule modifications and procedures.
Provides oversight for scheduling and coordination of all Intramural Sports leagues including hiring and training officials and game management staff.
Oversees assessment processes and supported learning outcomes for participants and student employees.

Assessment and Learning Outcomes for Associated Participants and Student Employees

Establishes an assessment and evaluation plan to measure the achievement of outcomes of competitive sports on a consistent scheduled basis.
Develops and assesses learning outcomes for all program leaders and staff training.
Reports assessment and statistical data pertaining to operations, program participation, and staff development.

Club Sport Recruitment of Prospective Students

Serves as the primary point of contact between Campus Recreation/Club Sports and the Office of Undergraduate Admissions to leverage club sports as an enrollment and recruitment tool.
Develops a club sports recruitment plan that supports the University's Strategic Enrollment Management goals, with annual targets and assessment processes.
Attends Admissions recruitment events (Open Houses, Accepted Student Days, and virtual sessions) to represent club sports and engage prospective students.
Develops and sends personalized recruitment letters/emails to prospective students expressing interest in club sports via Slate.
Responds promptly to inquiries from prospective students and families regarding club sports opportunities, team information, and participation requirements. Utilize data and prospects from Athletics to funnel students to club sports who are not participating in Division III athletics.
Develops and maintains a comprehensive communication and recruitment plan, including social media and web content related to club sports for recruitment purposes.

Growth and Expansion of the Recreation & Fitness Living Learning Community

Serves as the Content Expert for Rec & Fitness Living Learning Community.
Participates in recruitment and retention efforts, such as hosting events during open houses.
Works with Residential Life/Learning Communities to analyze and determine successful engagement activities increasing membership in LLC for on floor and off floor members.
Ensures effective communication and collaboration with Residential Life to grow all Competitive Sports Programs, increasing engagement for all students/residents.
Provides visibility and support in Residential facilities to support student engagement with Competitive Sports Programs.

Departmental and Divisional Initiatives

Establishes and maintains professional relationships within the department, division, and across campus.
Serves on designated committees.
Oversees and coordinates marketing and promotional strategies for the department and assigned programs and services, ensuring policies and procedures are followed with established timelines being met.
Provides expertise to appropriate Residential Life Living Learning Communities.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree by the time of appointment from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or an internationally recognized college or university
Minimum of three years of full-time experience working in a college or university recreation/athletics environment
Experience in preparing and monitoring budget information
Demonstrated ability to train and supervise employees
Knowledge and ability to interpret industry standards related to risk management and safety of participants in an intramural and club sports setting
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to prioritize and organize work assignments
Current CPR/First Aid/AED teaching certification or must receive within six months of employment required

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in recreation, sports management, higher education, or other relevant fields
Experience with programming/administration software systems (i.e Fusion, DSE, etc)
Two years of officiating experience

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Work Schedule:

40 hours/week: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm.
Benefits:
This position is benefits eligible. Find out more about benefits at Careers@Brockport.

Application Instructions:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Visit jobs.hr.brockport.edu to complete an application including your cover letter that addresses required and preferred qualifications, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references.

Please note, if you have retired from a New York State Public Employee Retirement System (Teachers Retirement System or Employees Retirement System), you may be subject to an earnings limitation. Please familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations when applying for this position.

Background Investigation Statement:
All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background check.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing:
Pre-employment drug test and DOT physical may be required for positions requiring a valid Class A or B CDL driver's license with passenger endorsement.

Non-Discrimination Statement/Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer:
SUNY Brockport does not discriminate. SUNY Brockport is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the university community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law, or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

Diversity Statement:
SUNY Brockport is committed to creating and maintaining an equitable environment that welcomes, values, and supports individuals and communities who affirm human dignity. The University provides opportunities for engagement, learning, growth, and transformation to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive institution.

Reasonable Accommodations:
SUNY Brockport provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, veterans, or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Office of Human Resources or email your request to Tamara Gouger, AVP for Human Resources and ADA Coordinator, at tgouger@brockport.edu. Determinations or requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

SUNY Brockport is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. The University actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the University.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/brockport/jobs/5253545/assistant-director-of-competitive-sports

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