Assistant Director of Athletics

Role overview

This full-time administrative role sits within the Athletics & Recreation department and reports to the Director of Athletics and Recreation. The position supports the day-to-day functioning and long-term coordination of the athletics program, with a focus on creating a strong educational and competitive experience for student-athletes. The assistant director also contributes to policy and budget discussions, serves on the Athletics Leadership Team, and may act as a game administrator when needed.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for athletics-related questions and provide daily oversight of the department office.
• Handle scheduling for athletic spaces, including practices, games, and rental use by internal and external groups.
• Coordinate game-day operations, such as officials, staff coverage, student workers, ticketing, event setup, and team transportation needs.
• Lead planning and execution of home football game operations as the site manager.
• Build and manage systems for recruiting, training, scheduling, supervising, and reviewing student employees, including payroll documentation.
• Support the organization of Landmark Conference and NCAA tournaments.
• Oversee the onboarding and offboarding process for full-time and part-time staff.
• Help plan and deliver special athletics events, including the Hall of Fame, golf tournament, and All-Athlete Banquet.
• Serve as a liaison for administrative tasks such as purchase orders, invoices, deliveries, team meal funds, petty cash requests, and departmental supply orders.
• Perform additional duties assigned by the Director of Athletics and Recreation.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA Division III, Landmark Conference, and university policies and regulations.

Qualifications and experience

A bachelor’s degree is required, and a master’s degree is preferred. At least two years of experience in higher education or intercollegiate athletics is strongly preferred. The role calls for strong organization, excellent verbal and written communication, the ability to work with a broad range of campus and external stakeholders, and the judgment to handle confidential matters carefully. Candidates should be able to manage multiple priorities, work to firm deadlines, and contribute effectively in a team setting. Strong computer skills are needed, including comfort with databases, word processing, and spreadsheets. Experience with Oracle and Teamworks is an advantage. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.

Additional information

This position is classified as administrative and exempt. It is part of the collegiate sports sector and operates in an environment that may include indoor work, limited outdoor exposure, and moderate noise. The university’s athletic culture emphasizes commitment, opportunity, respect, and excellence. Moravian University does not sponsor U.S. work visas for this position. Candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references as PDF files through the online application process.

Equal opportunity and accessibility

The university is committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants from varied backgrounds. It does not discriminate, harass, or retaliate based on protected characteristics under applicable laws. Applicants needing accommodations during hiring or in the role may contact Human Resources at hr@moravian.edu or 610.861.1527.

About the institution

Moravian University is a private institution in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania offering undergraduate and graduate programs that combine liberal arts with professional study. The university has a long history of preparing students for reflective lives, meaningful careers, and leadership in a changing world. It is part of the New American Colleges and Universities consortium and values diversity, civic engagement, and lifelong learning.