Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics

About the University of Redlands The University of Redlands is a private, nonprofit liberal arts university committed to preparing students for lives of meaning, impact, and joy through immersive, personalized, and professional education. The University offers more than 40 undergraduate programs, and over 30 graduate programs blending liberal arts and professional study, applied and theoretical education, traditional majors, and self-designed curricula. Total student enrollment is approximately 3,000 undergraduate and graduate students, 48 percent of whom are first-generation college students. More than 200 full-time faculty and over 300 adjunct or part-time faculty teach classes. Students and faculty are supported by approximately 400 staff. The U.S. Department of Education has designated the University of Redlands as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), recognizing the institution’s ongoing commitment to serving Hispanic/Latinx Americans among the University’s student populations. Located in Redlands, California, the University’s main campus is at the foot of the San Bernardino mountains and a short drive from the beach, the desert, and Los Angeles. The Marin campus, located in the hills of San Anselmo, near San Francisco, offers top-tier graduate and certificate programs. Redlands also offers in-person evening courses in the School of Education at a regional campus in Riverside. Over 54,000 alumni call Redlands their alma mater, and surveys show that generations have found the University prepared them well for career success and lifelong learning. Most recently, a survey of College of Arts and Sciences alumni one year following graduation showed that 92 percent are satisfied or very satisfied with their overall Redlands experience. About U of R Athletics As an NCAA Division III institution, University of Redlands Athletics is dedicated to fostering the holistic development of student-athletes through exceptional coaching, mentorship, and teaching. As a member of the Southern Collegiate Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SCIAC), student-athletes have the opportunity to showcase their talents on a national stage. With 10 men’s and 11 women’s varsity sports, the U of R Bulldogs consistently excel both on and off the fields, courts, track, and pool. Bulldog athletes are frequently recognized among the SCIAC’s top performers, earning distinctions such as Athletes and Newcomers of the Year. U of R Athletics boasts state-of-the-art facilities that elevate both training and competition experiences. These venues have hosted various SCIAC tournaments and NCAA events, providing an inspiring environment for student-athletes. As the landscape of collegiate athletics changes, U of R looks to be at the forefront of that change. With oversight of Esports, U of R Athletics provides students with an exciting and rapidly growing program that offers the opportunity to compete in popular titles such as League of Legends, Rocket League, and Overwatch. In the University’s state-of-the-art facility, students develop skills in teamwork, strategy, and leadership within a vibrant, inclusive community among gamers. In the summer of 2024, the University also introduced Women’s Flag Football, which will debut as a club sport in spring 2025, with plans to elevate it to varsity status by the 2025-26 academic year. U of R athletics places a strong emphasis on student-athlete well-being and academic achievement, aiming to balance sports with education. Bulldog student-athletes have received over 250+ annual individual academic excellence awards. These awards celebrate the dedication and academic achievement of Bulldog student-athletes. U of R also recognizes 175+ student-athletes annually with the U of R Scholar-Athletes Award. This accolade highlights their outstanding academic and athletic achievements. Position Summary Reporting to the President and serving as a member of the President’s Cabinet, the Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics (VPIA) is the senior officer for the University’s intercollegiate athletic programs. The VPIA implements the institution’s vision for intercollegiate athletics consistent with the institution’s educational mission and philosophy. The VPIA is also responsible for creating an environment that prioritizes sportsmanship and civility, student-athlete well-being, and diversity and inclusivity. The VPIA is a strategic and visionary leader advancing student-centered extracurricular experiences and holistic wellness efforts through a lens of inclusive practice and equity. Duties & Responsibilities: Provide strong leadership, creative problem solving, and strategic support for all Intercollegiate Athletic programs, including serving as a role model, team builder, and communicator while serving as strategic advisor to the President, the President’s direct reports, and Cabinet. Ensure that the athletic program maintains a philosophy and mission statement consistent with the University vision and mission while ensuring that the Intercollegiate Athletics operates with the utmost integrity and with a culture of personal, academic, and competitive excellence and personal accountability and leadership. Promote an inclusive environment that supports and creates a sense of belonging for all students, faculty, and staff regardless of social, economic, cultural, ideological, gender, sexual orientation, and racial/ethnic backgrounds and those with physical, emotional and/or learning disabilities. Effectively work with University Advancement and Marketing and Communications to identify and secure funding sources including fundraising, grants, sponsorships, and revenue-generating activities, to also include the development of funding for the Bulldog Bench Endowment Fund. Provide strategic direction and oversight of the maintenance, construction, and restoration of athletics facilities and designs for future facility needs. Work closely with coaches and staff to facilitate compliance, academic eligibility and success, sports information, game management, student development, community service, awards recognition and banquets, and equipment maintenance. Collaborate with leadership across campus to ensure systems are in place to support coaches with the recruitment of student-athletes, to achieve and maintain optimum roster size for their respective sport, and to promote student retention, persistence, and outcomes upon graduation. Prepare and manage all aspects of the athletic budget and ensure that staff and coaches adhere to the budget and their business practices with integrity. Responsible for collaboration with the University’s Title IX and Equity Coordinator, the NCAA, and the SCIAC to promote best practices regarding applicable rules and regulations. Attend NCAA and Conference meetings and workshops to stay current and involved in all aspects of our conference and the larger body. Ensure student-athletes receive training to meet NCAA requirements, ensure their safety, and advocate for students by effectively promoting engagement and enriching the University experience for all students. Demonstrate situational leadership and strong interpersonal communication skills, while navigating current issues facing students of all backgrounds. Foster staff development and succession planning toward a culture of team strength and wellbeing, as student-facing staff are critical to supporting student wellbeing and formation spiritually, relationally, academically, physically, emotionally, morally, ethically, and personally. Salary Range: The anticipated and budgeted hiring salary range is between $175,000 and $200,000. Application Process: The University of Redlands invites nominations or expressions of interest to be submitted to the search firm assisting the University. Applications must include a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and list of references. For full consideration, application materials should be submitted to the University of Redlands’ website by January 22, 2025. Confidential review of materials will begin immediately and continue until the appointment is made. For additional information, please contact: Daniel Parker, Vice President and Managing Director Grant Higgison, Principal Xavier Harper, Executive Recruiting Coordinator ghiggison@parkersearch.com | xharper@parkersearch.com Parker Executive Search 770-804-1996 ext. 118 | 770-804-1996 ext. 123 The University of Redlands does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX law and regulations, including in admission and employment. Bachelor’s degree from a four-year, accredited institution is required; Master’s degree is preferred. At least five years of successful administrative experience at an NCAA institution is strongly preferred. Demonstrated experience with high-level fundraising, sponsorship, and development is strongly preferred. Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations, particularly Division III, is preferred. Experience with athletic strategic planning and program development and expansion is preferred. Superior interpersonal and verbal communication skills and demonstrated personal integrity. Successful candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the mission of the University and to developing a diverse and inclusive culture.

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