Assistant Athletic Director of Operations

Friends University is committed to work-life balance for its employees by offering flex work options, up to 4 weeks of vacation, 96 hours of sick leave per year, up to 13 1/2 paid holidays, half day Fridays June through July, up to 5% retirement matching, and free undergraduate tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents.

Friends University is seeking to fill the Assistant Athletic Director of Operations position in Wichita Kansas. The Assistant Athletic Director of Operations is responsible for the management and administration home game operations, the Homecoming Golf Classic and Student Athlete Awards Celebration, supervising employees, helping with eligibility and compliance, and serving as the Student Athlete Leadership Team Liaison. Manage all event operations for the athletic department. Train and supervise Graduate Assistant Interns to manage events. Duties include but are not limited to: directly supervising events or training designee, hiring, training, and supervising all game workers, managing concession inventory, and other duties involving home events.

Friends University seeks to hire individuals who will embrace our mission and celebrate our commitment to equipping students to honor God in their personal, professional, and spiritual lives by adhering to the University’s RISE Core Values (Respect, Inclusion, Service and Excellence).  The mission of the University is:

Friends University, a Christian University of Quaker heritage, equips students to honor God and serve others by integrating their intellectual, spiritual, and professional lives.

Two years’ experience in intercollegiate athletics is preferred, preferably at the NAIA level. 

Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred.  Emphasis in Higher Education Administration, Business Administration, Sports Administration, Accounting, Student Services, or related field.

Strong organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills are required.  The ability to work with diverse populations is required. The ability to maintain confidential information in a professional manner is required. Will support the Christian mission and values of Friends University and the values of the NAIA Champions of Character.  Must be able to carry and/or lift a minimum of 35 pounds. Strong management and organization skills are required.  The ability to compile data and prepare, write, and review reports is required; must have excellent computer skills and the ability to learn compliance systems.

Please visit our employment site at www.friends.edu/employment to apply.  Only applications submitted through this Friends University website application process will be accepted.