Senior Associate Athletic Director of Internal Operations

Position Information:

South Dakota Mines is seeking a confident, energetic, and highly organized servant leader to serve as Senior Associate Athletic Director of Internal Operations. This is a full-time, benefited position. Located in Rapid City, South Dakota Mines is an NCAA Division II institution and member of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC). Hardrocker Athletics sponsors 13 NCAA Division II sports.

The Senior Associate Athletic Director serves on the Athletics leadership team and advises the Director of Athletics on departmental operations and strategic priorities. The successful candidate will value collaboration, accountability, gender equity, and academic success, health, and overall well-being of student-athletes.

Responsibilities

·         Provide leadership, direction, and supervision for the internal operations of Hardrocker Athletics, which may include business operations, student-athlete academic services, compliance, event management, facilities, and ticketing.

·         Following the selection and appointment of the successful candidate, additional administrative responsibilities may be assigned based on departmental needs and the qualifications of the successful candidate, consistent with applicable NCAA and institutional requirements. Such responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, serving as the institution’s Senior Woman Administrator (SWA) and/or a Title IX liaison for Athletics. In these roles, the successful candidate would promote gender equity, support compliance with applicable laws and policies, foster a positive work environment, and support the success and well-being of student-athletes and staff.

·         Coordinate all home athletic events, including scheduling, staffing, facility readiness, ticket and ramp operations, visiting-team communication, athletic training coverage, and collaboration with campus departments and participating organizations.

·         Assist with managing departmental operating budgets and discretionary accounts while ensuring fiscal responsibility and compliance with university policies.

·         Supervise assigned sports and support head coaches in budgeting, scheduling, personnel matters, compliance, facilities, student-athlete welfare, recruiting, and postseason planning.

·         Oversee the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, including meetings, leadership development, NCAA legislative engagement, and community service activities.

·         Serve as the primary liaison to the RMAC office and represent South Dakota Mines at RMAC, NCAA, and professional meetings and conventions.

·         Collaborate with campus leaders to develop and implement policies and procedures that strengthen departmental effectiveness.

·         Participate in Athletics leadership meetings, contribute to the department’s strategic plan, serve on assigned committees, and perform other duties assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Qualifications:

·         Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.

·         Minimum of three to five years of collegiate athletics administration, coaching, business operations, academic services, compliance, event management, or related experience.

·         Working knowledge of NCAA rules, Title IX requirements, and intercollegiate athletics administration.

·         Previous collegiate student-athlete experience is welcomed but not required.

Required Skills:

·         High personal integrity, sound professional judgment, and commitment to accountability.

·         Demonstrated ability to lead, collaborate, delegate, and build trusted relationships.

·         Strong organizational, problem-solving, decision-making, and time-management skills.

·         Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and work evenings, weekends, holidays, and athletic events as required.

·         Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

Salary: $74,761 - $76,000 depending on education and experience

To Apply:

Applications must be made online at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce and offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203 or hr@sdsmt.edu. Review of applications will begin August 17, 2026. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Please attach a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references (include name, mailing and email address for each reference).

Campus Information:

Founded in 1885, South Dakota Mines is the premier destination for ambitious students seeking bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees in STEM fields. Our vibrant community of supportive faculty, tenacious students, and passionate alumni fosters a culture of ingenuity, collaboration, and lifelong success.  South Dakota Mines is recognized frequently for its rigorous curriculum, groundbreaking research, and return on investment.

Rapid City, the home of the Hardrockers, is the state's second-largest city with an MSA population of nearly 160,000. The city is nestled next to the beautiful Black Hills, a region boasting breathtaking scenery, hundreds of miles of trails for outdoor enthusiasts, and attractions ranging from complex cave systems to historic towns and massive monuments.