Assistant/Associate Athletic Director

Associate/Assistant Athletic Director 

Midway University is seeking a highly motivated, experienced, and accomplished athletic administrator to serve as an Associate/Assistant Athletic Director. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional with a proven record of leadership in collegiate athletics, strong organizational and administrative abilities, and a comprehensive understanding of intercollegiate athletic operations. 

This position offers an opportunity to play a significant leadership role in a growing and competitive athletic department. We are looking for an individual who brings experience, sound judgment, initiative, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities while supporting the University's commitment to academic achievement, athletic excellence, student-athlete development, and institutional growth. 

The successful candidate will work closely with the Vice President of Athletics and Student Affairs and other athletic administrators to oversee departmental operations, support coaches and student-athletes, and help guide the strategic direction of Midway University Athletics. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Provide leadership and administrative oversight for assigned athletic programs and departmental operations. 
• Assist in the supervision, evaluation, and professional development of head coaches and athletic staff. 
• Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of departmental goals, policies, and procedures. 
• Assist assigned teams with athletic budgets, financial oversight, resource allocation, and fiscal accountability. 
• Assist and coordinate assigned aspects of athletic scheduling, facility operations, and game-day administration. 
• Support eligibility and compliance processes for the NAIA and sport-specific governing bodies (including IHSA, USBC, and USA Archery), with training provided on sport-specific rules.  
• Ensure compliance with university policies.  
• Collaborate with Admissions, Financial Aid, Student Affairs, Academic Affairs, and other campus departments to support student-athlete recruitment, retention, eligibility, and academic success. 
• Assist with strategic planning, program development, and the continued growth of Midway University's athletic programs. 
• Provide administrative leadership in addressing personnel matters, student-athlete concerns, and departmental challenges. 
• Represent Midway University Athletics professionally in interactions with conference officials, opposing institutions, campus leadership, and external stakeholders. 
• Perform additional leadership and administrative responsibilities as assigned by the Vice President of Athletics and Student Affairs. 

Why Midway University? 

Located in the heart of Kentucky's Bluegrass Region, with the amenities of nearby Lexington and a welcoming small-town campus. Midway University provides a unique opportunity to work in a growing athletic department that values competitive success, academic achievement, character development, and the student-athlete experience. 

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the continued development of the University's athletic programs while working alongside a committed group of coaches, administrators, and campus leaders. 

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance; a retirement plan with university match; paid time off; and paid holidays. Additional benefits include tuition remission and/or tuition exchange opportunities for employees and/or eligible dependents. 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications 

• Master's degree in Sports Administration, Higher Education Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related field. 
• Significant professional experience in collegiate athletics, including athletic administration, program oversight, or departmental leadership. 
• Demonstrated ability to supervise personnel, manage complex operations, and make sound administrative decisions. 
• Strong understanding of collegiate athletic policies, compliance, budgeting, and student-athlete development. 
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. 
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise professional judgment, and manage competing priorities. 
• Commitment to integrity, accountability, teamwork, and the mission of Midway University. 
• Previously served as a head coach at the collegiate level and had success in competition, recruitment, and retention of student athletes. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn department software systems.  
• Ability to work evenings and weekends during competition seasons.  

Preferred Qualifications 

• Five or more years of progressive experience in collegiate athletic administration or a comparable leadership role. 
• Previous experience as a collegiate Associate Athletic Director, Assistant Athletic Director, or in a comparable senior administrative position. 
• Experience supervising multiple athletic programs and coaching staff. 
• Working knowledge of NAIA eligibility, compliance, and conference operations. 
• Experience with departmental budgeting, strategic planning, personnel management, and athletic program development. 
• Demonstrated success in building positive relationships across a university campus. 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until this position is filled. 

Midway University is an equal opportunity employer.