Deputy Athletic Director - Intercollegiate Athletics

Deputy Athletic Director - Intercollegiate Athletics

University of Illinois Chicago

Hiring Department: Department of Intercollegiate Athletics
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition : 1039039
Posting Close Date: January 24, 2026
Salary range (commensurate with experience): $150,000-$170,000/ Annual Salary

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI).

Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting‑edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities.

UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

UIC is a member of the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC), distinguished by its robust academic, research, and health programs. Its state‑of‑the‑art athletic facilities are considered best in class within the MVC and Division I. UIC remains committed to enhancing these facilities to support student‑athletes, coaches, and fans. The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics (DIA) aims to develop student‑athletes academically, socially, and athletically while boosting UIC's national athletic profile.

In the spirit of Chicago's rich sports culture, the DIA recruits diverse, high‑performing student‑athletes and strives for excellence in competition, academics, and sportsmanship across its 18 Division I teams.

This position serves as the Chief Operating Officer for the Athletics Department and plays a key leadership role in the overall management, strategic planning, and day‑to‑day operations of the department. The incumbent will work closely with the Director of Athletics to provide high‑level oversight, guide departmental initiatives, and offer expert counsel on both short and long‑term operational priorities to ensure the continued growth and success of the athletics program.

• Assist the Director of Athletics in the overall management, supervision, and leadership of the department.
• Serve as Chief Operating Officer for Athletics, advising the Director on strategic initiatives, policy and procedure development, and the planning, allocation, and oversight of departmental resources.
• Ensure stability and sustainability departmental budget in compliance with University policy and procedures.
• Serve as chief representative for Athletics concerning external and internal audits.
• Develop and administer policies and procedures to ensure compliance with NCAA and other athletic conference rules, regulations and risk management procedures and protocols to minimize the risk of liability.
• Collaborate with University offices and community agencies to effectively manage assigned functions.
• Provide direct supervision to selected sports teams. Ensure fiscal soundness and compliance with intercollegiate rules, regulations and procedures.
• Oversee the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics in absence of the Director of Athletics.
• Represent the University at appropriate Missouri Valley Conference, NCAA, and university meetings.
• Manage internal and external operations based on business needs and qualifications.
• Oversee all related Special Projects.
• Implement pillars of the department's mission and strategic plan.
• Develop and implement innovative strategies to maximize revenue potential, strengthen the UIC Athletics brand, and expand opportunities for engagement with key…