Athletic Director (Huntington, WV)
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Marshall University seeks Athletic Director
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THE POSITION:
The Athletic Director (AD) will lead and manage Marshall University’s Athletic Department. The AD will report to the President and serve as a member of the university Cabinet. Effective collaboration with all academic areas and departments across campus will be paramount. They will direct the eight men’s and 10 women’s intercollegiate athletic programs and the various internal and external Athletic Department units. The AD must possess a strong commitment to NCAA compliance and to fostering an environment that is welcoming to all. The Athletic Director must appreciate and embrace The Marshall Creed and support both the student-athletes and the general student population.
ABOUT MARSHALL UNIVERSITY
Marshall University is a public comprehensive research university with a rich history as one of the first institutions of higher learning in West Virginia. Marshall advances the public good through innovative, accredited educational programs. The university is located in Huntington, West Virginia, with additional campuses in South Charleston and Point Pleasant.
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Marshall is classified as an R2 institution, Carnegie Doctoral University: High Research Activity. In fall 2024, the university enrolled 12,318 students: 9,165 undergraduate, 2,614 graduate, and 539 first professional. The university offers more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs organized into 13 academic colleges and schools.
As the Thundering Herd, the university participates in the NCAA Division I, Sun Belt Conference. Marshall University is situated in a region of great natural beauty. Huntington is nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountain region, bordered by the Ohio River to the north and located close to a variety of state and national forests and parks.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Candidates should include a cover letter describing relevant experiences and interest in this position and a curriculum vitae/resume. Please include names, titles and contact information for five (5) professional references.
Please send questions or nominations regarding this search to MarshallSearch@CarrSportsConsulting.com.
Compensation is competitive and will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Marshall University and the Marshall University Research Corporation are committed to providing equal opportunities to all prospective and current candidates. We do not condone discrimination, in particular based on race, color sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. Our commitment also applies to all educational programs and activities covered under Title IX which prohibits sex discrimination in higher education. We neither affiliate with nor grant recognition to any individual, group or organization having policies that discriminate.
Marshall University seeks Athletic Director
Click here to view full position profile: https://www.carrsportsconsulting.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Search_Profile_Marshall_University_Athletic_Director052025.pdf
THE POSITION:
The Athletic Director (AD) will lead and manage Marshall University’s Athletic Department. The AD will report to the President and serve as a member of the university Cabinet. Effective collaboration with all academic areas and departments across campus will be paramount. They will direct the eight men’s and 10 women’s intercollegiate athletic programs and the various internal and external Athletic Department units. The AD must possess a strong commitment to NCAA compliance and to fostering an environment that is welcoming to all. The Athletic Director must appreciate and embrace The Marshall Creed and support both the student-athletes and the general student population.
ABOUT MARSHALL UNIVERSITY
Marshall University is a public comprehensive research university with a rich history as one of the first institutions of higher learning in West Virginia. Marshall advances the public good through innovative, accredited educational programs. The university is located in Huntington, West Virginia, with additional campuses in South Charleston and Point Pleasant.
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Marshall is classified as an R2 institution, Carnegie Doctoral University: High Research Activity. In fall 2024, the university enrolled 12,318 students: 9,165 undergraduate, 2,614 graduate, and 539 first professional. The university offers more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs organized into 13 academic colleges and schools.
As the Thundering Herd, the university participates in the NCAA Division I, Sun Belt Conference. Marshall University is situated in a region of great natural beauty. Huntington is nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountain region, bordered by the Ohio River to the north and located close to a variety of state and national forests and parks.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Candidates should include a cover letter describing relevant experiences and interest in this position and a curriculum vitae/resume. Please include names, titles and contact information for five (5) professional references.
Please send questions or nominations regarding this search to MarshallSearch@CarrSportsConsulting.com.
Compensation is competitive and will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Marshall University and the Marshall University Research Corporation are committed to providing equal opportunities to all prospective and current candidates. We do not condone discrimination, in particular based on race, color sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. Our commitment also applies to all educational programs and activities covered under Title IX which prohibits sex discrimination in higher education. We neither affiliate with nor grant recognition to any individual, group or organization having policies that discriminate.
Department: Marshall University
This is a full time position
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