Assistant Professor of Physical Education/Associate Director of Athletics

The University provides its students with a unique athletic program that allows them to pursue athletic excellence without sacrificing their educational experience. W&L follows the NCAA Division III guidelines of awarding financial aid based only on family need and academic merit. The result is a strong, comprehensive program in which students are motivated by their love of the game and their desire to excel. Washington and Lee sponsors 24 varsity sports; 12 for men and 12 for women. All sports compete at the NCAA Division III level and in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC). The Associate Director of Athletics supports the Director of Athletics, coaches, and other staff in fulfilling the mission and vision of the department. 

The Associate Director's responsibilities include, but are not limited to: serving as the Athletic department’s primary administrator for inclusion; the Athletic department's secondary compliance officer for Title IX and other regulations within NCAA, ODAC, and University guidelines; supervising the Director of Facilities, the Athletic Equipment Services Manager, the Head Coach of Strength and Conditioning, all facilities operations, including directing event and game management for all athletic special events and home contests, and athletic facility scheduling; serving as liaison to Student Affairs and to campus housing and dining facilities; overseeing sport scheduling and sport contracts; organizing and preparing bids to host NCAA championships, as well as grant requests and award forms for NCAA, ODAC, and other organizations; teaching within the PE department; other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

To achieve our mission as a liberal arts college, we continually strive to foster a welcoming campus community, which recognizes the value of all persons. Our department is committed to preparing our students for engaged citizenship by creating a positive learning and working environment for all through open and substantive dialogue. We welcome applications from candidates that would contribute to the University’s mission and Strategic Plan.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess: a commitment to the integrated academic and athletic mission of the university, and to the principles and tenets of NCAA Div. III; initiative and enthusiasm; excellent time management and organizational skills; demonstrated ability to perform and complete work in a timely and professional manner; sound written and oral communication skills; demonstrated experience with managing multiple responsibilities; proven ability to supervise others; and proven ability to relate productively with a diverse population. 

Bachelor’s degree, three to five years of administrative experience in collegiate athletics is required; master’s degree and collegiate facilities and operations experience preferred. Salary will be commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

Application Instructions

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but to be assured of consideration, credentials should be received no later than March 14, 2025.  A cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references should be addressed to the Chair of the W&L Associate Athletic Director Search Committee and will only be accepted via the online application process.

All materials should be submitted through Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/163682

Washington and Lee is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking candidates committed to high standards of scholarship, performance, professionalism, and to the development of a welcoming campus climate. Job description requirements are representative, but not all-inclusive of the knowledge, skill, and abilities needed to successfully perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential function.