Shepherd University seeks an Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities and Athletic Events to join our team! The Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities and Athletic Events is a vital role within the athletic department, responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of all athletic events, facility operations, and special programs. This position oversees event and game-day management, championship hosting, athletic facility maintenance and scheduling, and supports camp and clinic operations. The role also serves as a key liaison with internal and external stakeholders to enhance fan engagement, ensure operational excellence, and maintain NCAA compliance standards.

The Assistant Athletic Director will be a proactive, organized, and collaborative leader who plays a central role in elevating the student-athlete and fan experience while ensuring operational excellence across all athletic venues and events.

Appointment to this position will be contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

We believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. Shepherd University offers generous employee benefits, including:

o 13 paid holidays

o 24 days annual leave (vacation) per year

o 18 sick days per year and the flexibility to use that time to care for immediate family members

o Wide range of health insurance and other benefits

o 401(a) retirement savings with 6% contribution match; eligibility to continue health insurance post-retirement, and other retiree perks

o Tuition waivers for employees and their dependents

Shepherd University is an equal opportunity institution. The University neither affiliates knowingly with, nor grants recognition to, any individual, group or organization having policies that discriminate. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree

Preferred qualifications:

Master’s degree

3 plus years of experience

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