Vice President and Director of Athletics - Villanova University

About Villanova UniversityVillanova University (Villanova), located in Villanova, Pennsylvania, is a prestigious Catholic institution renowned for its rigorous academic programs, commitment to ethical leadership, and vibrant campus life. Founded in 1842, Villanova is distinguished by its emphasis on a values-driven education, community engagement, and a strong sense of tradition rooted in Augustinian principles. These values of TRUTH, UNITY and LOVE—VERITAS, UNITAS and CARITAS—inform all we do as a University.Under the leadership of President Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD, the University has charted a course of significant transformation that includes initiating and embarking on two ambitious, 10-year strategic plans, launching the University’s largest comprehensive fundraising campaign ($1.25B), initiating a vibrant physical campus renovation, and dramatically expanding student opportunities. The University offers a comprehensive range of degree programs across various fields of study through its six colleges and schools.About the Position and Villanova AthleticsReporting directly to the President, the Vice President and Director of Athletics is responsible for the leadership, strategic planning, management, and administration of the University’s athletic and recreation program, in addition to overseeing budgets, personnel, planning, fundraising, revenue generation, marketing, media contract negotiations, and sports facilities. The Vice President and Director of Athletics must also ensure full compliance with University, Big East conference, and NCAA rules and regulations governing intercollegiate athletics.Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide bold, collaborative, and innovative leadership required to make Villanova a national model for integrating athletics and academics.Be a subject matter expert who possesses a strong grasp of national issues and can demonstrate experience with best practices and innovative strategies that are critical to building a contemporary best-in-class, Division I athletics program.Possess high political acumen with the ability to navigate and manage the evolving landscape of collegiate athletics and the role it plays within higher education.Work collaboratively with colleagues and units across campus to provide strategic leadership to ensure the continued elevation of the Villanova Athletics Department.Ensure that the department operates in a manner that represents Villanova’s Augustinian foundation and shared values.Build and sustain an athletics program that strengthens all sports to be competitive at the championship level.Promote the welfare of student-athletes with effective planning, policy creation, and programming.Provide management, guidance, and leadership to coaches, staff members, and other members of the athletic department.Oversee revenue generation activities for athletics and recreation.Recruit, mentor, support, and supervise a diverse pool of strong, ethical, and talented staff and coaches.Demonstrate core competencies in the areas of leadership and vision.Promote a community of compliance and high ethical standards.Serve as the primary spokesperson of the Department promoting the philosophy and mission of the intercollegiate athletics program.Represent the Department at University, community, conference, NCAA and other appropriate meetings.Fulfill additional duties as directed by the President.QualificationsA bachelor’s degree is required; advanced degree is preferred.The successful candidate will have a demonstrated record of prior visionary strategic and operational leadership success.Reputation as a strategic leader of integrity and vision.Must demonstrate an appreciation of University mission, culture, and tradition.Demonstrated ability to lead multi-unit teams of professionals.Proven track record of successful hiring and supervision of staff members.Experience with effectively managing dynamic and complex budgets.Ability to remain organized in a fast-paced environment.Proven ability to work with diverse populations.Supervisory and budgetary experience.History of remaining compliant along with a strong knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.Inclusive leadership style with a proven history of promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

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