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Director of Athletics, Intramurals and Recreation (Director 1, D32)

Position Number: 6774907
Location: Mahwah, NJ
Position Type: Athletics/Coaching

Director of Athletics, Intramurals and Recreation (Director 1, D32)

Location: Ramapo College, Main Campus - Mahwah NJ

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 202300352

Core: Outreach & Engagement Core

Department: Athletics

Opening Date: 12/5/2025

Closing Date

FLSA: Exempt

Bargaining Unit: MN

Description

ABOUT RAMAPO COLLEGE:

Ramapo College of New Jersey (RCNJ) develops ethical leaders who serve as change agents across all sectors. The College's unique interdisciplinary academic structure, its liberal arts core, its size (approximately 5,500 students), and its setting in the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains on the New Jersey/New York border provide an optimal environment for individualized, student-centered learning and leadership development. RCNJ's designation as "New Jersey's Public Liberal Arts College" by the State legislature is the foundation from which the College's commitment to an accessible and transformative undergraduate and graduate education is realized.
Established in 1969, CondeNast Traveler named Ramapo one of the 50 Most Beautiful College Campuses in America. The barrier-free campus occupies 300 acres and is home to 42 bachelor's degree programs spanning the arts, business, data science, humanities, education, nursing, social work, social sciences, and the sciences. Ramapo College boasts an average student/faculty ratio of 16:1 and an average class size of 21; affording students the opportunity to develop close ties to the College's exceptional faculty. In addition, the College offers graduate programs leading to master's degrees in Accounting, Applied Mathematics, Business Administration, Contemporary Instructional Design, Computer Science, Creative Music Technology, Data Science, Educational Leadership, Nursing, Social Work, and Special Education, as well as a Doctor of Nursing Practice. Every degree program is designed and delivered through the collaborative and interdisciplinary efforts of student-centered faculty scholars and staff who are committed to serving the public good through the delivery of an academically rigorous, inclusive, and a transformative collegiate experience. Ramapo is ranked #1 among New Jersey public institutions by College Choice and is recognized as the State's top college on the list of Best Disability Schools by Great Value Colleges. Further commendations include designation as a "Military Friendly College" in Victory Media's Guide to Military Friendly Schools, and as a leading college by U.S. News & World Report, Kiplinger's, Princeton Review, and Money Magazine, among others.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

This is a full-time, managerial position, and days of work and hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 pm. Note: This position is in the "NL" category of employment (non-fixed work week) and individuals in this role have no claim or entitlement to time off or cash compensation for hours worked beyond their normal schedule. Evening and weekend work are required. At times, travel may be required.

SALARY RANGE - Director 1, D32
$140,000-$160,000

US work authorization is required. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US. Ramapo College currently has a no-sponsorship policy.

JOB SUMMARY:

Ramapo College values student learning and engagement, and both promotes and upholds the ideal of a Division III scholar-athlete. The Director provides vision and leadership for Athletics, Intramurals, and Recreation, and promotes the scholar-athlete model. The Director is responsible for strategic planning and assessment for the department, with particular focus on performance indicators, high levels of student engagement, and achievement of established college, core, and unit outcomes. The Director is responsible for a significant budget, a large unionized staff, facilities management, and administration of a comprehensive and competitive intercollegiate athletic program. This program includes compliance with NCAA Division III regulations as well as conference regulations for each of the College's varsity sports. The Director oversees the efforts of the College's athletic teams (planning, implementation, and evaluations). The Director ensures that Ramapo's varsity teams are competitive within their conferences. The Director also serves as the senior leader providing oversight to the college's intramural and club sports programs.

Functions: Sports Information, Marketing and Sponsorships; Athletic Training; Sports and Conditioning; Facilities and Capital Planning; Transportation; Athletics Academic Advisement; Student-Athlete Well-Being; NCAA and conference compliance; Student leadership and Student Athletic Advisory Committee; Club and Intramural Sports

Examples of Duties

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

Recruits, selects, trains, supervises and assesses all personnel involved in athletic, intramural, club sports, and recreation programs.

Manages resources and the annual operating budget to insure fiscal responsibility and alignment of expenses with strategic priorities, student engagement, and student well-being.

Manages all departmental operating, fundraising, and foundation accounts. Conducts regular assessment of programs and services and prepares annual reports and budget requests that are outcomes-based and focused on continuous improvement.

Maintains cooperative working relationships with student-facing co-curricular units in ensuring that programs and services develop the whole student athlete, support the college's mission and curriculum.

Works in coordination with the college's capital and facilities team to manage the athletic, intramural, and recreation facilities and equipment, as well as plan for NCAA-mandated capital changes as well as monitor regular scheduled maintenance and replacements.

Works with the Assistant Director of Athletics for Equity, Diversity, and Compliance/SWA, implementing policies and procedures designed to foster and enhance institutional compliance with Title IX.

Oversee the proper allocation of all raised revenues in accordance with state and college policies.

Creates policies and procedures to monitor, assess, and supervise expenditures and evaluate spending for all areas of the department.

Manages full-time/part-time salaries/assistant coaches/student-aides/per-diem budgets yearly

Oversees general policies and procedures regarding the academic eligibility of students to participate in intercollegiate and intramural activities.

Assures compliance with all NCAA and NJAC, and other conference regulations.

Elevates opportunities for campus engagement

As appropriate and always in conjunction with the Office of Institutional Advancement and the Ramapo College Foundation, directs and plans fundraising programs for athletic, intramural, club, and recreation programs.

Works with Events and Conferences in planning and supervising a comprehensive program for summer utilization of athletic facilities and assists in the coordination and implementation of summer conference programs, as well as other college-wide rentals.

Works with the Director of Admissions and the Assistant Vice President of Student Success to ensure the optimal recruitment and retention of scholar-athletes.

Serve on campus committees

Performs other job-related duties and tasks as assigned by the Vice President

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated skills in interpersonal relations within a diverse community.

Commitment to student learning and the ideal of the Division III scholar-athlete.

Demonstrated financial acumen, particularly as it relates to departmental budgets, fundraising accounts, and skilled in budget projections.

Excellent oral, written, and conflict resolution skills.

Ability to motivate and encourage staff productivity and student involvement in programs.

Excellent planning, organization, and marketing skills, especially as it relates to event management.

Experience in the development and management of a large departmental budget.

Qualifications

Education

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree.

Experience

Minimum of five years full-time experience in the administration of intercollegiate athletic, intramural, and recreation programs with increasing responsibility that directly relates to the functions of the position.

Preferred Experience:

Experience working in a complex and unionized environment.

Experience in external relations, sponsorships, and fundraising as it relates to Division III athletics.

Collegiate Division III coaching experience.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ramapo/jobs/5162296/director-of-athletics-intramurals-and-recreation-director-1-d32

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