Posted 2 weeks ago

Director of Operations, Volleyball & Softball

UM01 University of Maryland College Park (UMCP) United States of America, XFINITY CENTER
Onsite Full Time

Job description

Job Description Summary Organization's Summary Statement: The Director of Operations, Volleyball & Softball provides comprehensive administrative and logistical leadership for a multi-sport portfolio, ensuring operational continuity across overlapping Fall and Spring competitive seasons. Serving as the primary liaison between the Athletic Business Office and external vendors (e.g., Anthony Travel), this role is responsible for the end-to-end strategic planning and execution of team travel, including flights, lodging, and ground transportation. Logistics & Travel Management: Directs all aspects of team travel and meal coordination; develops emergency management strategies and anticipates logistical changes to ensure seamless execution under uncertain conditions. Financial Oversight & Compliance: Manages team budgets through rigorous financial analysis and resource optimization; performs high-level reconciliation of Travel and Purchase cards in strict accordance with University, NCAA, and Big Ten Conference regulations. Administrative Leadership: Oversees the planning of official/unofficial recruiting visits, fundraising initiatives, and special team events while fostering professional relationships with local and national vendors. Strategic Planning: Projects long-term resource needs and develops efficient workflows to promote the sustained success of Olympic sports special projects. Physical Demands: The position requires prolonged sitting and computer use, as well as the ability to operate standard office equipment with manual dexterity. The role involves occasional standing or walking to attend meetings or conduct orientations and may require lifting light office materials (up to 20 pounds). Visual acuity and effective verbal and auditory communication are essential for reviewing financial data and interacting with employees in person, by phone, or virtually. Licenses/ Certifications: NA Minimum

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience

Two (2) years of experience in a professional setting. Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of intercollegiate athletics administrative structure and responsibilities. Knowledge of athletics policies and procedures and federal, state, and other applicable, related laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances. Skill in oral and written communication. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Suite products. Ability to multitask and prioritize within unit and department environment as well manage large-scale athletics-related projects. Additional Job Details Preferences: Prior experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume athletic department or sports organization. Required Application Materials: Resume, Cover Letter, and References (3) Best Consideration Date: August 4, 2026 Posting Close Date: NA Open Until Filled: Yes. Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position Financial Disclosure Required Yes For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website. Department PRES-ICA-Women's Sports Worker Sub-Type Staff Regular Salary Range $52,400–$58,500

Benefits

Summary For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link. Background Checks Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed. Employment Eligibility The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment. EEO Statement The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy. Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice Resources Learn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities with O*Net Online Search Firm Managed Recruitment There are some positions that are not advertised on this career site as the search is being managed by a Search Firm. Please visit the link below to see these available opportunities: Search Firm Managed Vacancies The University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship university and one of the nation's preeminent public research universities. A global leader in research, entrepreneurship and innovation, the university is home to more than 40,700 students, 14,000 faculty and staff, and 388,000 alumni all dedicated to the pursuit of Fearless Ideas. Located just outside Washington, D.C., we discover and share new knowledge every day through our renowned research enterprise and programs in academics, the arts and athletics. And we are committed to social entrepreneurship as the nation’s first “Do Good” campus. EEO Statement The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy. Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice Resources Learn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities with O*Net Online The University works hard to make its websites accessible to any and all users. If you need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at one of the below options: Email: jobs@umd.edu Phone: 301.405.7575 Maryland Relay: Dial 711 This contact information cannot be used to inquire about application status. There are some positions that are not advertised on this career site as the search is being managed by a Search Firm. Please visit the link below to see these available opportunities: Search Firm Managed Opportunities