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Assistant Director of Athletics (Part-Time)

University of St. Francis

$18.00/hr

United States, Illinois, Joliet

500 Wilcox Street (Show on map)

May 22, 2026

Position Details

Position Information

Job Title	Assistant Director of Athletics (Part-Time)
Position Number	XXXXXX-XX
Department	Athletics: Joliet
Job Grade
Anticipated Salary Range	$18.00/hr
Benefits	Not Benefits- Eligible
Notice of Nondiscrimination	The University of St. Francis does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs on the basis of any protected class. The University also prohibits retaliation against any person opposing discrimination or harassment or participating in any internal or external investigation or complaint process related to allegations of misconduct. For a complete copy of USF's Policy on Equal Opportunity, Harassment, and Nondiscrimination for All Faculty, Students, Employees and Third Parties or for more information, please go to https://www.stfrancis.edu/titleix/ or contact the Title IX Coordinator at TitleIX@stfrancis.edu.
Position Summary	To provide assistance in the management of all aspects of a model athletic department, including budget, personnel, hiring, planning, recruitment, scheduling, marketing, facilities and fundraising. Also, to assist in ensuring that the entire program is in complete compliance with all rules, regulations and policies of the University, Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference, Mid-States Football Association, other auxiliary associations and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities	Demonstrate respect for the Catholic and Franciscan values of the university. Demonstrate the ability to relate effectively to student-athletes, coaches, staff, administration and the University community. Participate in and promote a culture of continuing quality improvement. Provision of assistance in establishing and implementing all policies, procedures, goals and objectives for the athletic department. Provision of assistance in overseeing all facets of the daily operations of the athletics department. Provision of assistance in budget planning, preparation, management and analysis. Provision of assistance in recruiting, hiring, training, supervising and evaluating of all staff. Provision of assistance in all athletic planning and vision, both short and long term. Provision of assistance in monitoring and evaluating all aspects of the program and affect change where necessary. Oversee the monitoring of academic progress of all student-athletes in serving as the athletic retention coordinator. Provision of assistance in the development and enforcement of all athletic department policies and procedures. Provision of assistance in ensuring that proper safety guidelines and standards are maintained. Provision of assistance in overseeing all aspects of recruitment in relation to the athletics program in accordance with university, conference and NAIA rules. Serve as the department's compliance coordinator, assuring that all conference and national eligibility standards are being met to the strictest degree. Work in conjunction with all coaches of the athletics program and Financial Aid Services in awarding financial assistance, specifically athletic scholarships. Maintenance of all recruitment spreadsheets for the entire athletics program. Serve as the chief liaison between all athletic teams and Food Services, Financial Aid and Admissions. Represent athletics at all EAB meetings. Provision of assistance in overseeing all aspects of scheduling, including games and practices, for the Sullivan Center and other facilities. Provision of assistance on game-day administration. Serve as the HUDL liaison. Support the university's NAIA Champions of Character program. Understanding of all policies and regulations, as well as all philosophies, of the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference, Mid-States Football Association, other auxiliary conferences and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics. Provision of assistance in promoting public support for the entire athletics program and all of its constituencies through the development and implementation of a marketing strategy. Provision of assistance on all fundraising endeavors within the entire athletics program. Represent the athletic department and university in a professional manner at various internal and external functions and in working with internal and external constituencies, including but not limited to the media and general public. Serve on various university committees as assigned. Perform other administrative duties within the department as assigned. Must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays.
Minimum Requirements	Bachelor's degree. Three years of administrative experience. Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position. Ability and willingness to work nights, weekends and holidays. Willingness to support the Catholic and Franciscan values of the University.
Preferred Requirements	Master's degree in Athletic Administration. Five years of administrative experience in an athletic setting at the collegiate level.
Hours/Shift/Work Schedule	This is a part-time position that requires approximately 20 hours per week. Hours vary, but include weekdays, nights, weekends and holidays.
Physical Requirements of Position	Work is performed in both an office setting and at athletic arenas with moderate exposure to varying weather conditions, but minimal health or safety hazards. Substantial time is spent working on a computer. This is sedentary work, which requires the following physical activities: sitting, walking, bending, stooping, finger dexterity, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity. Travel is required. Hours include some nights, weekends and may include working up to 12 hours a day.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	FP0778-16
Open Date	05/13/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes