Description

The Assistant Director of Athletics for Sports Medicine provides leadership, supervision, and strategic direction for all aspects of athletic health care and human performance within the NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletics program. This position oversees the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries, as well as overseeing the department’s strength and conditioning programs to promote student-athlete health, safety, and performance. The Assistant Director of Athletics ensures that all operations align with institutional priorities, NCAA regulations, and professional standards of practice.

Westminster College Athletics competes at the NCAA Division III level as a member of the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC) and the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference (UMAC). The Department of Athletics supports the mission of Westminster College by enhancing educational experience through intercollegiate athletics. The department is committed to leadership development, service, competitive excellence, and student-athlete well-being while operating in accordance with NCAA, SLIAC, and UMAC rules and regulations.

Requirements

Essential Functions:

The statements below are intended to describe the principal duties of the person or persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties and responsibilities.

Assistant Athletic Director Responsibilities

Serves as a member of the athletic department leadership team
Assist with home football game management operational efforts
Assist as assigned with department fundraising efforts
Assists with alumni relations and advancement which may include periodically attending events and fundraising efforts
Assist as assigned with department community engagement efforts
Commits to and is responsible for adhering to all rules and regulations set forth for the team, the College, SLIAC, UMAC and the NCAA with the utmost integrity
Provides leadership for coaches and student-athletes to support the successful balance of academics and athletics

Sports Medicine Oversight

Direct all aspects of the athletic training program, including injury prevention, clinical evaluation, immediate care, rehabilitation, and return-to-play protocols
Serve as the primary liaison between the athletics department and sports medicine staff, team physicians, and other healthcare providers
Supervise and assign athletic training coverage for practices, competitions, and team travel
Provide direct coverage for practices, competitions, and team travel for select sports
Maintain accurate medical records in compliance with HIPAA and institutional policies
Oversee concussion management, environmental safety, and emergency action planning for all athletic facilities

Administrative & Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise and evaluate full-time athletic trainers, graduate assistants, interns, and strength & conditioning staff
Manage budgets, inventory, and purchasing for sports medicine and sports performance operations
Coordinate with campus health services, counseling, and risk management to support holistic student-athlete wellness
Lead continuing education and professional development initiatives for staff
Develop policies and procedures in alignment with NCAA, SLIAC, UMAC, NATA, NSCA, and institutional standards
Lead athletic department drug testing policy and procedure in collaboration with the AD

Compliance & Professional Standards

Maintain current NATA, BOC, and state licensure credentials; ensure staff compliance
Licensed or eligible to obtain licensure through the Missouri board of registration for the healing arts
Ensure all sports medicine and strength training activities adhere to NCAA health and safety legislation
Serve on athletics and campus committees related to student-athlete welfare and health
Current First-Aid/CPR/AED certification
Provide annual training to ensure that the necessary Westminster Athletics staff maintain proper First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications, as well as providing updates for current best practices regarding emergency care

Job Requirements:

Education: Master’s degree required.

Experience: Three - five years of demonstrated successful athletic training experience at the high school or college level (NCAA D3 college level and above preferred). Commitment to attend all scheduled practices and games. Collegiate football coverage is preferred. Experience working with diverse populations. Experience contributing to campus diversity efforts. Travel is required.

Skills:

Ability to adhere to all policies, rules and regulations of the College, SLIAC, UMAC and the NCAA
Ability to hire and supervise qualified assistant trainers and student workers
Ability to market and promote
A proven record in following directives and being responsible for tasks which have been assigned
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment as needed
Ability to attend seminars, meetings and other professional development opportunities at or away from the College
Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities
Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions, and other outcomes
Knowledge of management methods and ability to provide administrative guidance within area of responsibility and provide direct training and supervision as needed
Ability to apply budgeting and fiscal planning techniques within financial constraints
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public
Ability to communicate effectively - orally, by phone, in person, and in writing
Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner
Ability to represent the department and College in a friendly, courteous and professional manner
Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment