Director of Sports Performance (PO26001)

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Working Title:

Director of Sports Performance (PO26001)

Institution:

Minnesota State University, Mankato

Classification Title:

MSUAASF Range C

Bargaining Unit / Union:

211: Minnesota State University Association of Administrative Service Faculty

City:

Mankato

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)

Salary Range:

$0.00 - $0.00

Salary Range: $47,607.00 - $93,342.00

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on July 15, 2025 and continue until the position has been filled.

Salary Type: Depends on qualifications

Position: Probationary; Range C*

Job Description

The Director of Sports Performance will effectively direct, manage, develop, and provide the delivery of athletic performance and health care services to all 600+ student-athletes and 21 different sport teams who participate in intercollegiate athletics at this institution. The Director of Sports Performance is ultimately responsible for all areas and aspects of sports performance and injury resilience delivery to the student-athletes. In addition, this position is responsible for the Sports Performance staff at Minnesota State University, Mankato.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science, Athletic Training, or related field .(Conferred on an official transcript at the time of application.)
• Minimum 5 years' experience working with collegiate Baseball, Men/Women Basketball, Men/Women Cross Country, Football, Men/Women Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swim and Dive, Tennis, Men/Women Track and Field, Volleyball, and Wrestling.
• Hold Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through NSCA or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) through CSCCa.
• Certified in CPR or the ability to obtain certification upon employment.

Preferred Qualification 

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
• Master’s degree in Exercise Science or related field.
• 10 years’ experience working with collegiate Baseball, Men/Women Basketball, Men/Women Cross Country, Football, Men/Women Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swim and Dive, Tennis, Men/Women Track and Field, Volleyball, and Wrestling.
• Experience leading a sport performance staff.

Other Requirements

Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.

The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school’s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years’ worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/. You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu.

Average hours per week: 65; weekends, evenings, and early mornings. Coverage of practice and home competitions may be warranted. Periods of long standing/walking, noise levels associated with intercollegiate athletics, ability to work outdoors in varying temperatures.

Telework (Yes/No)

No - Based on the essential functions of this position, MMB Policy #1422, and University policies relating to flexible work, this position is:

• Exclusively On Campus: A position that requires the employee to perform all their work at their campus work location.

About

Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: www.mnsu.edu.

• The salary range denoted above is the contractual range; however, salary upon hire is dependent upon qualifications and experien