Director of Operations, Women's Soccer

🔍 Department of Athletics, Physical Education, and Recreation, Stanford, California, United States

📁: Athletics

📅   : Feb 14, 2024 Post Date

📅   : 102263 Requisition #

Stanford’s Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation:
Welcome to Stanford’s Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (“DAPER”), the premier intercollegiate athletics program in the country. With an unparalleled record of 134 NCAA team championships, we are the proud Home of Champions. Our success isn’t just measured in trophies; it’s reflected in the passion of our nearly 900 student-athletes competing across 36 intercollegiate varsity teams. It resonates in our unwavering support for the university’s physical education, recreation, and wellness initiatives. At Stanford, we don’t just embrace excellence; we define it. We don’t just nurture champions; we create them. Our actions are guided by the core tenets of DAPER culture, “The DAPER Way,” which are: Embrace Scholar Athleticism, Pursue and Revere Excellence, Lead with Courage, and Work Cohesively.

The Director of Operations, Women’s Soccer reports to The Knowles Family Director of Women’s Soccer and is primarily responsible for the direction and operational oversight of all Women’s Soccer activities for Stanford University. The Director of Operations, Women’s Soccer serves as the point person for all soccer operations. This is a fixed-term position with the opportunity for renewal on an annual basis. This position is based on the Stanford main campus.

At DAPER, we firmly believe that diverse teams make better decisions, foster innovation, and drive success for everyone involved. We celebrate differences in abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives, recognizing the rich tapestry that fuels our excellence. We are committed to fostering an environment of belonging where every voice is heard, valued, and respected. Your unique perspective is not just welcomed; it’s essential to our continued growth and success. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great add to our team.

Your responsibilities include:

Team Travel: responsible for travel arrangements, including hotel, transportation, rental cars and preparation of itinerary.
Team Operations: organize, plan, and manage team meals, team parties and meetings, extra events, player pass lists etc.
Budget management: process all invoices and other purchases in accounting system; assist with budget management.
Recruiting: manage recruiting databases, produce recruiting materials, coordinate official and unofficial visits.
Compliance: serve as liaison between Compliance staff and Soccer staffs to assist with NCAA compliance issues.
Marketing and Fan Experience: serve as the primary liaison between the soccer programs and the marketing and fan experience staffs to increase fan attendance, improve fan experience and enhance the game day experience for student-athletes.
Community Outreach: in conjunction with the community relations, marketing and development staffs, create opportunities for the local community, businesses, donors, students and soccer youth players to interact with student-athletes to increase engagement and interest.
Special Events: coordinate team banquets, alumni gatherings etc.
Responsible for other duties as assigned.
This position may be required to travel to away competitions as needed

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.
Background in intercollegiate athletics is highly desired.
Demonstrated professional strengths in the areas of compliance and daily operations.
Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills; analytical problem solver who is well adjusted in dealing with complex business issues involving a diverse group student athletes, coaches, and administrators.
Demonstrated excellent organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize own work and multi-task.
Demonstrated strong verbal communication skills, and an ability to write professionally.
Candidate should be well versed in all relevant new technologies, innovations, and applications.

DAPER’s Integrity:
This position, along with all DAPER coaches and staﬀ, is responsible for the integrity of Stanford’s intercollegiate athletics program, recreation and wellness department, and for the reputation of Stanford University. This position is responsible for ensuring that your involvement with DAPER activities maintains the integrity of the University’s reputation and does not negatively impact the relationship between the University and its faculty, staff, students, and alumni. Additionally, this position must comply with University policies and procedures, NCAA, and conference rules and regulations.

The expected pay range for this position is $66,560 – $68,000 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Why Stanford is for you:
Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources at stanfordelr@stanford.edu. For all other inquiries, please submit a contact form.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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