Athletic Director

Director of Athletics

The Eastern Connecticut State University is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the Director of Athletics position. Eastern is Connecticut’s Public Liberal Arts University located in Willimantic, Connecticut, 1.5 hours from Boston and 2.5 hours from New York City. The position offers substantial health and retirement benefits.

Responsible for the overall supervision and administration of all intercollegiate athletic, intramural, club, and recreational programs.

Supervises coaches, athletic trainers, administrative faculty, support staff, and volunteers.

• Administers all facets of the university athletic program including budget management, facilities management, planning and staffing, staff supervision, fundraising, and public relations.
• Administers the intercollegiate athletic program in accordance with NCAA, conference, and university policies, promoting good sportsmanship and focusing on the health and well‑being of student athletes.
• Supervision and evaluation of intercollegiate athletic staff, including coaches, athletic trainers, administrators, support staff, and volunteers.
• Ensures compliance with regulations and guidelines governing intercollegiate athletic programs, including Title IX.
• Plans, develops, and recommends to university administration specific programs and methods to implement the general athletic philosophy and policies of the university.
• Oversees scheduling and maintenance of facilities utilized for intercollegiate athletics, intramural sports, and recreational programs, including athletic training and the equipment room.
• Oversees the sports information program and promotes all athletic events.
• Works with coaches, faculty, and staff to ensure the academic and athletic success of student athletes, with particular emphasis on community engagement and citizenship.
• Performs other duties related to those above as needed.

Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply best practices in intercollegiate athletics, understanding federal and state laws, NCAA and conference regulations, and university and BOR/CSCU policies and procedures. Proven experience in managing a complex budget and fundraising in support of intercollegiate athletics. Record of promoting academic excellence among student athletes and working effectively with diverse groups. Exemplary communications skills and experience in developing collaborative relationships with students, faculty, staff, alumni, fans, donors, and the local community.

Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education. Seven (7) years of professional experience in an administrative position in an intercollegiate athletic program, including at least three (3) years of supervisory responsibilities. Credentials and/or experience comparable to the above may also be considered.

Applicants should upload a cover letter, current resume, and contact information for three professional references to . Cover letter should be addressed to Chair, Search Committee for the Director of Athletics. Applications submitted by February 27 2026, will receive highest consideration.

The Director of Athletics is compensated at the Administrator VII salary level in accordance with the State University Organization of Administrative Faculty (SUOAF). For more information, please visit Bargaining Agreements/Pay Plans - Eastern.

The State of Connecticut and Eastern Connecticut State University offer competitive wages and a wide range of fringe benefits, including paid personal, vacation, and sick leave accruals; medical, dental, and prescription plans; group life insurance; retirement; retiree health care; tuition waiver at any Connecticut State University; and other voluntary and supplemental benefits such as deferred retirement contribution plan, dependent care assistance, medical flexible spending accounts, and disability insurance plans.

For more detailed information, please visit Human Resources - Eastern.

EASTERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or criminal record. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non‑discrimination policies:
LaMar Coleman, Ed.D., Vice President for Equity and Diversity, 860‑465‑5112, colemanla.