Assistant AD/Associate AD for Administration & Business Strategy

Posted Wednesday, February 25, 2026

The Virginia Military Institute athletics department is seeking a positive, accountable, organized, team-oriented individual to serve as a key member of the department’s executive leadership team. The Assistant Athletic Director/ Associate Athletic Director of Administration & Business Strategy must possess the ability to be a self-starter, strong communicator, resourceful and can lead multiple groups and projects on a consistent basis.  The primary role of the Assistant Athletic Director/ Associate Athletic Director Administration & Business Strategy is to manage and supervise various aspects of VMI Athletics’ internal functions which include but are not limited to: Financial Management, Business Office, Human Resources, Sports Performance and Sport Oversight. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of the Athletics Business Office to include, but not limited to, budget development, staff development, fiscal management and financial reporting (EADA, NCAA).
  • Ensure departmental compliance with all procurement and travel policies.
• Direct and manage the Athletics Department’s $18M operating budget.
• The position works closely with the Office Finance and Support, Keydet Club and Alumni Agencies in the preparation and monitoring of the departmental budget and financial service activities.
• Manage the execution of operational agreements and partnerships with external vendors.
• Involvement in monetary guarantees and /or NCAA stipends and assistance with preparation of various contracts as necessary.
• Works with each sport and support to unit review needs and assess priorities based on funding.
• Lead Athletics HR functions, including recruitment, hiring process, onboarding, and employee relations.
• Ensure compliance with VMI HR policies, procedures, and employment standards.
• Partner with HR on performance management, conflict resolution, and professional development initiatives for Athletics department.
• Manage and support sports performance staff.
• Assist with game day administration support.
• Serve as sport administrator as directed by the Athletics Director.
• Serve as a member of the Executive Leadership team and Senior Leadership Team, contributing to long-term strategic planning and decision-making.
• Other duties as assigned by Athletics Director

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, sport management, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience in business administration or financial management in a college athletics department or conference office.
• Demonstrated experience in budgeting, financial management, reporting and internal controls.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and monitor revenue and expenditure budgets.
• Good knowledge of HR practices, contracts management and organizational operations.
• Familiarity with NCAA and conference financial and compliance regulations.
• Proficient in Excel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in higher education athletics administration preferred.

Candidates can apply at: Assistant AD/Associate AD for Administration & Business Strategy- Job Application

VMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against anyone because of race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, sex, age, or disability. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are also encouraged to apply. VMI will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with documented disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment, educational opportunities, programs and services.                                                            

Contact:
Human Resources
hroffice@vmi.edu
540-464-7322