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Associate Director of Adaptive Athletics and Community Outreach

University of Cincinnati
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Ohio, Cincinnati
Jun 18, 2026
Job Description Apply now Job Title: Associate Director of Adaptive Athletics and Community Outreach Posting Start Date: 6/18/26 Work Arrangement: Hybrid Current UC employees must apply internally viaSuccessFactors Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more atuc.edu. UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success. Job Overview The Associate Director of Adaptive Athletics provides comprehensive leadership, strategic planning, and fiscal and staff oversight for the university's Adaptive Athletics program. This role is responsible for defining programs and activities, developing short- and long-range goals, and growing a nationally recognized adaptive sports program-currently including wheelchair tennis and track and field-with the goal of expanding to additional collegiate, club, and intramural-level sports. The Associate Director reports to the Executive Director for Accessibility and works collaboratively with campus partners, external agencies, and the broader disability and athletic communities to advance institutional priorities related to student success, belonging, and accessible recreation. Essential Functions Athletics Leadership Serve as a member of the Accessibility Resources leadership team and work collaboratively to achieve the mission, vision, and goals of the department, activelyparticipatingin short- and long-range planning, strategy, and goal development Provide day-to-day leadership and long-term strategic planning for the Adaptive Athletics program Direct sport offerings, including hiring and supervising coaches, graduate assistants, and student employees; create an environment that supports professional development and encourages innovation, creativity, and collaboration May serve as head or assistant coach for designated sports, as needed Lead recruitment efforts to attract student-athletes with disabilities to UC Provide fiscal development and oversight for program-specific and departmental operating budgets, including establishing fees, prioritizing purchases, approving expenditures, and managing payroll processesOversee risk management and ensure compliance with university, athletic, and disability-related standards Build and sustain relationships with local, regional, and national adaptive sports organizations Partner with UC Foundation and Sponsorship Office toidentifyfunding opportunities, sponsorships, and grants Represent UC and Adaptive Athletics at external meetings, conferences, and events Maintain professional knowledge of best practices and current trends in adaptive and para-athletics programming Manage program scheduling,purchasing, and equipment needs, including repair and replacement of adaptive athletics equipment Coordinate program-specific marketing and assessment efforts, including data collection, participation reporting, and analysis to evaluate and improve service delivery Provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff as well as third-party contractors, including hiring, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, and approval of time off. Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time. Required Education Bachelor's Degree Seven (7) years of relevant education, experience and/or other specialized training can fulfill minimum education and experience requirements Required Experience Demonstrated experience as an athlete and coach in adaptive or para-athletics Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in athletics, recreation, disability services, or outreach Experience planning or implementing sports programming or adaptive recreation Strong communication and organizational skills Additional Qualifications Considered Master's degree in higher education, sport management, therapeutic recreation, or a related field Ability to lead in a team-based environment as well as work independently Analytical skills toidentifyproblems, assess alternatives, andrenderconsistent, logical decisions Strong organizational, management, and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines Proven commitment to student-athlete and staff development and inclusive customer service Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and relevant recreation or program management software Physical Requirements/Work Environment Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands. Compensation and Benefits UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include: Comprehensive Tuition Remission UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university. Robust Retirement Plans As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position. Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including: Vacation and sick time 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days) 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents Additional Benefits Include: Competitive salary based on experience Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription) Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs Professional development & mentorship opportunities To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit ourCareers Page. UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents. Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal.We are unable to consider "easy apply" applications submitted via other websites.For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR atjobs@uc.edu. Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans. REQ: 102783 Apply now