Description

The State University of New York (SUNY) at New Paltz welcomes applications for the role of Associate Director of Athletics, Wellness, & Recreation - Operations. This position will serve as the department's lead administrator for operational needs and event management. 

Requirements

Primary Responsibilities:

•  Serve as the department's lead administrator for operational needs and event management.
• Oversee all aspects of game day and event operations for home athletic contests and special events.
• Supervise and coordinate Event Managers and related operational staff.
• Manage and maintain the department's master events calendar, ensuring effective scheduling and coordination of facilities and resources.
• Department's point person regards game contacts
• Serve as the department's inventory manager, overseeing equipment tracking, procurement, storage,and replacement planning.
• Provide oversight of athletic facilities, including maintenance coordination, operational readiness, and facility improvement initiatives.
• Assist with the scheduling and administration of facility rentals and external events.
•  Serve as the sport supervisor for assigned varsity programs, providing administrative support and oversight.
• Act as Tournament Director for conference and NCAA postseason events hosted on campus.
• Participate as a member of the department's Senior Staff, contributing to strategic planning, policy development, budget discussions, and departmental decision-making.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the department's goals and objectives.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in intercollegiate athletics administration, athletic operations, event management, facilities management, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating and managing athletic events, game operations, tournaments, or comparable large-scale events.
• Experience supervising professional staff, student employees, or event personnel.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience working collaboratively with diverse constituencies, including coaches, students, faculty,staff, campus partners, and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of NCAA Division III rules and regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and event scheduling/calendar management systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

•  Master's degree in Sports Management, Higher Education Administration, Business Administration,Recreation Management, or a related field.
• Experience in NCAA Division III athletics.
• Experience serving as a sport supervisor.
• Experience with athletic facility management and oversight of capital improvement projects.
• Experience coordinating conference championships and/or NCAA postseason events.
• Background in budget management, inventory control, procurement, and contract administration.
• Experience managing facility rentals and external event agreements.
• Familiarity with athletic scheduling software, event management systems, and facility reservation platforms.
• Demonstrated commitment to student-athlete development, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.