Job Description
Position Title: Assistant Athletic Director Job Description: POSITION TITLE: Assistant Athletic Director STATUS: Full time DEPARTMENT: Athletics DIVISION: Student Development CLASSIFICATION: Exempt UNION: Non-union REPORTS TO: Director of Athletics PLACEMENT: Professional, Grade S10 HIRING RANGE: $64,853 - $72,959 annually Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age and background. Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff. POSITION SUMMARY The Assistant Athletic Director oversees all athletic programs in partnership with the Director of Athletics at Joliet Junior College; providing day-to-day leadership and operational support for the Director of Athletics and the Athletic Department. The Assistant Athletic Director provides leadership, oversight, and operational support to the Athletic Department while serving as a strong student advocate. This role champions the mission and goals of the Student Development Division by promoting student success, equity, and holistic development for all student-athletes. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provide day-to-day leadership, coordination, and administrative support to the Director of Athletics and the Athletic Department. Assist in the execution of departmental priorities, strategic initiatives, and daily operations to ensure efficiency, compliance, and alignment with institutional goals. Serve as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, helping to facilitate communication, resolve issues, and support a student-centered athletic environment. Oversee all transportation needs for athletic teams, including coordination of rental vehicles and institutional fleet usage in collaboration with Athletic Department staff. Track, document, and report transportation expenses for both regular season and postseason travel, ensuring accuracy, cost-efficiency, and compliance with institutional policies. Provide comprehensive oversight of all athletic department transportation operations, including the maintenance, safety, and utilization of institutional vehicles. Ensure all vehicles are properly inspected, serviced, and compliant with college policies and safety regulations. Supervise and provide guidance to all staff authorized to operate institutional vehicles, including verification of driver eligibility, training, and adherence to risk management protocols Oversee the scheduling and coordination of athletic facilities for both internal and external use through the college’s scheduling system. Ensure equitable and strategic allocation of space that supports academic, athletic, and community priorities while minimizing scheduling conflicts. Develop, maintain, and monitor contractual agreements for internal and external facility rentals. Ensure all agreements are accurate, compliant with institutional policies, and reflective of appropriate fees, terms, and liability requirements. Coordinate comprehensive game-day schedules, including facility preparation, event timelines, and staffing plans. Assess and verify staffing needs to ensure adequate coverage for operations, security, game management, and guest services. Represent the Athletic Department by attending home and away athletic events, or serve in a supporting role to the Director of Athletics as assigned. Assist with event oversight, ensure adherence to institutional and conference standards, and provide on-site leadership to address operational needs, student-athlete support, and game management responsibilities. Support the Director of Athletics in fostering community engagement and developing strategic partnerships that enhance the visibility and impact of the Athletic Department. Provide leadership in cultivating relationships with community organizations, sponsors, and stakeholders, and assist in coordinating outreach initiatives, events, and collaborative opportunities that align with institutional goals and promote student-athlete success. Participate in meetings, conferences, workshops, and other professional development opportunities relevant to athletics administration and assigned areas of responsibility, as approved by the Director of Athletics. Engage in ongoing learning to remain current with industry trends, compliance standards, and best practices. Actively contribute to departmental and institutional initiatives by participating in retreats, committees, trainings, and other college-wide activities that support collaboration, professional growth, and