The Director of Athletics, Recreation, and Wellness position exists to serve the CA community by providing vision, leadership, and direction for a competitive interscholastic athletics program that advances the school’s mission and vision. The position directly reports to the Head of School and is responsible for the operation and accountability of the athletics department, which includes leadership, management, supervision, fundraising, and school-wide involvement by promoting the student-athlete experience, advocating for students’ academic success, enhancing competitive opportunities for student-athletes and coaches, and hiring and retaining quality staff and coaches committed to the boarding school experience. The director is also charged with providing recreational and educational wellness programming to foster a well-rounded student experience. This includes teaching courses in health and wellness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct all aspects of the athletics department, stewarding and shepherding the growth of 30 programs and their student-athletes in mind, body, and spirit:
• Establish and promote a holistic understanding of the value of athletics and its direct connection to the teaching and learning program at CA
• Research and pilot additional sports offerings
• Recruit, hire, support, and evaluate coaching, program, and administrative staff who are aligned with program goals.
• Identify coaches inclined to fully immerse themselves in the boarding school experience-teaching, coaching, residential life, and the arts;
• Develop and implement initiatives that cultivate healthy, dynamic athletic programs that represent the institution well;
• Provide leadership in directing all elements of financial and budgetary affairs for the athletics departments;
• Inform CA policy and practice relative to athletics, and represent the institution relative to those policies and practices with external stakeholders and groups including EIL, ISL, NEPSAC;
• Plan, resource, and execute athletic-related events and competitions including the promotion of the athletic program and its achievements to the community, including fundraising events and public relations efforts;
• Recognize and comply with the laws, policies, rules and regulations governing the school and its employees;
• Be well versed on the rules NCAA, and those of any other conferences relevant to the student experience at CA; 
• Be a visible and engaging leader for the program;
• Partner with institutional stakeholders to plan, execute, and evaluate recruitment and retention strategies;
• In consultation with the Head of School, partner with the Director of Auxiliary programs to build a robust seasonal offering of academies and camps
• Be a partner to the advancement team in direct fundraising, alumni, and engagement activities to support departmental and institutional goals;
• Organize and participate in committees, events, and activities that enhance the reputation and understanding of athletics, the campus, and the school.
• Direct the campus recreation and wellness department, including the following:
  • Hire, support, and evaluate program and administrative staff who facilitate competitive intramural activities, clubs, fitness/wellness, and drop-in recreational programming;
• Oversee the development, operations, maintenance, and planning of institutional recreational facilities;
• In consultation with the Head of School, provide leadership over budget and facilities needs and requirements relative to the department; and
• Engage with campus stakeholders to leverage recreational programming in support of institutional health and wellness goals.
• Resolve conflicts and issues that may arise within the athletics program, working with coaches, teachers, athletes, parents, and other administrators.

Professional skills and competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least six years of demonstrated experience (or advanced degree and at least four years of experience) of progressively responsible related work in intercollegiate athletics administration or related experience that includes a minimum of three years leading and/or supervising the work of others.
• Previous experience and demonstrated effectiveness as a program leader, including, but not limited to fiscal and personnel management, athletic and academic success, establishing positive working relationships, and promoting and building diverse and inclusive teams (as defined by the school), is essential for success in this role.
• Possess a growth mindset and demonstrated ability to execute visionary strategic and operational leadership, creative and conceptual thinking, and effective resources management.
• Possess a strong appreciation of and commitment to the mission and values of CA 
• Exceptional communicator and collaborator with a diverse set of constituencies, including students, student-athletes, faculty, staff, donors, alumni, and community members.
• Well-versed in the marketing aspects of sports to include social media
• Be self-directed, highly motivated, and goal-oriented, work with integrity, and bring skills and abilities needed to advance both athletics and the school, including the capacity to be a visible and engaging leader and advocate for the program and the school.
• Commitment to building and maintaining strong connections between athletics, arts, and the academic enterprise to ensure success of CA student athletes achieve both athletic and institutional goals.
• Understanding of and commitment to comply with rules and regulations.
• Commitment to both gender and racial equity.
• Understand and contribute to the student-athlete recruitment process and student-athlete wellbeing.
• Knowledge of athletics, physical education, and recreation, with insights as they relate to present trends and society.

 Salary and Benefits:

Salary range is $120,000 - $135,000 commensurate with experience. CA offers a generous benefits package as well, including tuition remission and on-campus housing.

The Finney Search Group has been engaged to provide candidates to the School. All interested individuals are encouraged to submit their resumes via

https://www.thefinneysearchgroup.com/concord-ad-application

About Concord Academy

Concord Academy is an independent, co-educational boarding and day school renowned for its world-class faculty, passionate students, and graduates who make their mark on the world. Founded in 1922, Concord Academy has long balanced high academic standards with a focus on educating the whole student through a rich curriculum that includes the arts, athletics, and cultural opportunities. Self-expression, storytelling, and careful listening are hallmarks of the Concord Academy experience. We actively seek applicants who reflect and support our mission-driven commitment to creating and maintaining a diverse and equitable school community. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong desire to incorporate inclusive teaching practices and advance the tenets of the school's mission.

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