Vice President for Championships & Sports Governance

Position Purpose Under the guidance and direction of the President & CEO, the Vice President will oversee the recruitment and selection of host sites, execution and management of all NJCAA national championships, and work with regional and district championships as needed. Will lead a team of individuals and support the efforts of the Championship Events Committee to oversee all aspects of NJCAA championships. Will lead the efforts alongside the Sports Governance Committee for the successful maintenance and implementation of sport codes and sport rules, while serving as a member of the executive staff of the NJCAA national office. Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

Championships:
Oversee and lead all aspects of NJCAA national championships for the national association, including but not limited to:
•Lead, oversee and manage personnel within the Championships Division for successful execution of all NJCAA championships and invitationals ensuring quality student-athlete experience and host management. •Recruit new and/or retain existing championship hosts through a comprehensive bid process including coordination with Sport Committee representatives, Championship & Events Committee and NJCAA Board of Regents. Review championship contracts and ensure compliance with contractual requirements after execution. •Oversee efforts to assist with the district championships as needed. •Lead and oversee the management of pre-tournament to post-tournament protocols including but not limited to coordinating host planning and responsibilities, staff assignments & responsibilities, championships awards, credentialing, tournament handbooks, in-tournament execution, and post-tournament financial reconciliations, participant surveys and reviews with hosts. •Collaborate with Marketing & Communications and Multimedia divisions to maximize marketing and production efforts for championship exposure. •Serve as the liaison to the national Championship Events Committee. •Work with Coordinator of Officials and assignors on assignment of officials for all National Championship events. Sports Governance:
•Along with Sport Governance Committee, lead the efforts to make positive and impactful changes for each individual NJCAA sport. •Monitor & maintain sport codes and rules and ensure all NCAA rule changes are communicated and implemented in a timely manner. •Oversee, lead and manage the regional and sports governance staff. •Work to create new methods of engagement and oversight for sports as well as assist emerging sports with growth. •Collaborate with Eligibility & Compliance team to process and adjudicate non-collegials. Maintain and update the NJCAA Sportsmanship Code, as appropriate.
Other:
•Serve as a member of the National Office Leadership Team. •Manage and lead all special projects assigned by the President and CEO. •Promotes NJCAA commitment to a climate of equity and inclusion through interaction with individuals and agencies inside and outside the NJCAA. May represent the NJCAA in regional and local associations, civic clubs, and non-profit organizations’ Boards. •Lead other duties as assigned by the President & CEO.
Advanced degree required with a major/minor in related field; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Eight or more years of professional intercollegiate athletics operations experience is required. Project management and event management experience required. Experience with execution of regional/national level championship operations and or equivalent strongly preferred. Experience working on or leading committees strongly preferred. Management and supervisory experience required.
Demonstrated experience drafting and reviewing contracts based on the use of preapproved contract templates. Experience working with public entities and a thorough understanding of what they generally can, and cannot, contractually agree to.
Demonstrated communication skills, organization, leadership, planning, and conflict management.
A good command of Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite application software, current social media platforms, statistical input entry platforms, and website maintenance.
The ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to establish positive public relations and to interact effectively with staff, member colleges, athletic directors, student-athletes, fans, and the public.
The ability to establish and maintain collaborative, effective working relationships with team members, member colleges, athletic directors, student-athletes and the public.
Problem solving skills, judgment, decisiveness, and creativity in evaluating information.
The ability to write effectively and efficiently.
The ability to work as an individual and as part of a team.
Must be efficient and organized with a high level of attention to detail.

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