How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Summary

The University of Michigan Athletic Department is seeking a Director of Operations for its Swimming & Diving program. This position is responsible for assisting in all phases of the program in accordance with NCAA, Conference and University rules, regulations and policies.

Responsibilities*

Essential Functions

• Oversight of team logistics and administrative duties
• Team Travel
• Responsible for ordering and distributing equipment and apparel
• Liaison to support services
• Assist the recruiting coordinator
• Organize and execute team events
• Special projects and duties assigned by the Head Coach
• Travel to away competitions, work home swim meets
• Comprehensive knowledge of NCAA rules
• Hire, coordinate and supervise student managers
• Coordinate team meetings that include academic and leadership staff

Office Responsibilities

• Itinerary for pre and post meet organization
• Train managers on video logistics
• Coordinate with opposing team staff for facility use and travel plans
• Handle all requests (tickets, autographs, alumni questions, parent event and travel questions, media gudies, etc.)
• Coordinate the end of season team banquet
• Coordinate all team travel as well as opposition travel that would include: buses or vans, player per diem, air travel, hotels and meals.
• Coordinate with academic staff to when players will be out of class – class excuse forms

Assist Head Coach in all areas:

• Budget control and purchases
• Meet scheduling
• Housing of Athletes
• Facility use requests
• Practice and total meet organization
• Equipment control and ensuring student athletes have necessary equipment on hand

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and intercollegiate athletics
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent computer and technical skills
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills including the ability to prioritize and complete tasks by established deadlines

Additional Information

The University of Michigan Athletic Department is dedicated to building a department culture which demonstrates respect for all, shows compassion for others, and celebrates the differences among our staff, student-athletes, and supporters. We are committed to the hiring and development of diverse staff who contribute to an inclusive environment.

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

COVID-19 vaccinations, including one booster when eligible, are required for all University of Michigan students, faculty and staff across all campuses, including Michigan Medicine. This includes those working remotely and temporary workers. More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response website or the UM-Dearborn and UM-Flint websites.