DIRECTOR OF SPORTS OPERATIONS TRACK & FIELD / CROSS COUNTRY

Director Of Sports Operations Track & Field / Cross Country

Position Information Posting Number : SRGV8636

Working Title : Director Of Sports Operations Track & Field / Cross Country

Number of Vacancies : 1

Location : Edinburg, Texas

Department : Athletics

FTE FLSA : Exempt

Scope of Job : Oversees and manages the organization and supervision of all logistical aspects of the assigned sport team within the parameters designated by the University, Conference and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).

Description of Duties :

• Oversees the daily operations of the assigned sport program to include but not limited to : travel, scheduling, budget control, championship arrangements, on-campus recruiting, video coordination and strength and conditioning.
• Manages the departmental budget for the assigned sport program.
• Effectively manages all of the travel for the assigned sport team. This will include all team, recruiting and professional development travel.
• Develops, implements, and manages programs including oversight of the assigned sport team film exchange program, film editing software and equipment operations.
• Directs the strength and condition program for the assigned sport program if needed.
• Serves as liaison between the assigned sport program and athletic administration including facilities, marketing and promotions, game operations, ticketing, athletic training and strength and conditioning, nutrition, and media relations.
• Effectively trains, supervises, and evaluates student employees.
• Develops and maintains campus relationships, including interaction with the Office of Residential Life, Undergraduate Advising, Compliance and other appropriate partners and collaborators on campus assuring NCAA compliance and student athlete eligibility for assigned sport.
• Assists with the review of prospective student-athlete files for the assigned sport.
• Tracks prospects and current student athletes in NCAA Clearinghouse, with NCAA certification, with NCAA satisfactory progress, and with individual student athlete eligibility.
• Assists in briefing student athletes and monitoring adherence to all rules and guidelines.
• Maintains knowledge of the rules and regulations of UTRGV, the Southerland Conference and the NCAA.
• Maintains compliance with regards to all NCAA, conference, and university rules and regulations.
• Assists with alumni and community relations and outreach.
• Performs other duties assigned by the head coach.

Supervision Received : General supervision from assigned sport coach.

Supervision Given : Direct supervision of assigned staff.

Required Education : Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education.

Preferred Education : None.

Licenses / Certifications : As condition of employment this position requires the applicant to be authorized to operate a University-Owned Vehicle for Official University Business.

Required Experience : Two (2) years of related experience.

Preferred Experience : Experience in collegiate level and / or professional level sport operations, coaching or administrative experience. Experience with Division I athletics.

Equipment Use : Use of standard office equipment, personal computer, and audio / visual equipment.

Working Conditions : Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Long and varied hours. Office / Game day environment. Frequent weekend and evening activities. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

Other : Position requires high ethical standards and incumbent must exhibit a strict adherence to NCAA, university and departmental rules and regulations as well as a solid commitment to academic integrity, student-athlete welfare, and any applicable NCAA standards. Understand that violation(s) of NCAA rules could result in sanctions being placed against the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and the University. Possess excellent organizational skills, be self-driven and have great attention to detail. Must be able to perform under deadlines and handle a wide variety of projects simultaneously. Ability to interact effectively with student-athletes, colleagues, and the public. Mileage used on personal vehicle will be compensated at the state rate. Physical Capabilities : N / A Employment Category : Full-Time Minimum Salary : Commensurate with Experience Posted Salary : Commensurate with Experience Position Available Date : 11 / 04 / 2025 Grant Funded Position : No

EEO Statement : It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Special Instructions to Applicants : Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following : Date of Birth Social Security Number Gender Ethnicity / Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956)665-8880 and / or careers@utrgv.edu.

Additional Information : UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need. All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered. Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development.