Deputy Director of Athletics
(Administrator III)

Compensation and Benefits

Salary is competitive and negotiable depending on the strength of qualifications. This is a CSU Management Personnel Plan (MPP)

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 14 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.

Job Summary

Working at the direction of the Director of Athletics, the Deputy Director oversees the day-to-day operations of the Athletics Department.  This position oversees the internal organization of the department, ensuring consistency with the overall mission, goals and objectives of the University, the Mountain West Conference, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association.  Along with the Director of Athletics, the Deputy Director has signature authority in the absence of the Director of Athletics and acts on his/her behalf in matters relating to the department. 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the oversight of internal units and selected sports service areas including the athletics business office, ticket operations, external communications, facilities, third-party contracts (Concessionaire Bulldog Shop, and Learfield/ Bulldog Sports Properties), student-athlete academic services, sports medicine/training, and strength and conditioning. The Deputy Director serves as the liaison for all departmental efforts as assigned by the Athletic Director. The Deputy Director also provides leadership, direction and supervision to all sports supervisors and several high profile Head Coaches. 

The Deputy Director must possess an energetic leadership style and, in concert with the Director of Athletics, have the ability to make decisions, problem solve and recommend long-range fiscal and operational plans. 

Key Qualifications

• Strong leadership, organizational, written and oral skills
• Ability to provide direction to Head Coaches and programs with regard to recruiting, budgeting, scheduling and student-athlete well-being
• Ability to identify and foresee issues
• Strong problem solving skills required; ability to initiate and implement plans to solve problems
• Ability to work cohesively with different Divisions on campus and present recommendations for improvement of established processes and practices
• Strong knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations including Title IX requirements.
• Strong networking skills required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities while promoting collaboration in a team-oriented environment

To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities, please click the Position Description button above.

Education and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Experience: Five years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a Division I collegiate athletics program

Department of Athletics Mission Statement

In support of the University’s prongs of excellence of discovery, diversity and distinction, Fresno State Athletics is committed to providing a comprehensive program to ensure our student-athletes are successful athletically, academically and in their future endeavors.  We will compete for championships, graduate our student-athletes, foster a culture of compliance and maintain fiscal integrity thereby serving as a source of pride to those in the Valley and beyond.

Deadline & Application Instructions

Applications received by January 19, 2023 will be given full consideration by the search committee. Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.

California State University, Fresno is being assisted by TurnKey ZRG. Inquiries, nominations, and referrals should be sent via the TurnKeyZRG website for the search: https://www.turnkeyzrg.com/current-searches

Interested applicants must apply through California State University, Fresno. To do so, click Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) a current resumé/curriculum vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) a list of three professional references. 

Fresno State

California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe.

Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

Vaccination Interim Policy

Supplemental Information

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.

The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position may be a "designated position" under the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter.

Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus.

Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas)