Additionally, the successful candidate will demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Proven track record, with increasing levels of responsibility, leading and managing athletics and coaches Demonstrated cultural competency and strong commitment to student diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, supported by a track record of actions and achievements Understanding of, appreciation for, and experience interpreting and implementing risk management policies and procedures, and crisis management plans Excellent supervisory skills, including the ability to supervise and develop multiple individuals at varying stages of their careers Excellent interpersonal and relational skills, including the ability to foster relationships across campus and with external partners to achieve mutually beneficial goals Excellent strategic and integrated management and budgeting skills Excellent judgment and problem-solving skills Ability to advocate for Athletics while understanding and communicating overarching campus priorities and opportunities Communicate clearly both verbally and in writing and demonstrate the ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds This position requires the following clearances: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. This requires active participation in the overall leadership and management of the campus, partnering with the senior leaders of the other units such as Maintenance and Operations, Academic Affairs, Development and Alumni Relations, Enrollment Management, Strategic Communications, Police and Public Safety, and others on strategic planning, data-informed decision making, policy and procedure development and implementation, and new campus initiatives.