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Lees-McRae VP of Athletics Craig McPhail will exit campus after 26 years to become the Assoc. Commissioner for External Relations for the Conference Carolinas. Commissioner Chris Colvin: “When I first arrived as Commissioner five years ago, Craig was instrumental in helping me, along with all of our staff, to become better stewards for the conference. A past Chair of our Directors of Athletics Committee, Craig is highly respected throughout Conference Carolinas and he is the perfect person to fill this position. Craig’s incredible background in Conference Carolinas is going to make him an absolute asset to all of our league members through his new role.” (link)

Postseason Updates:

+ Western Washington Women’s Rowing wins its ninth DII national title. (link) 

+ Check out the latest bracket from the Baseball National Championship. (link) 

It’s Personnel:

+ A pair of changes at Limestone: Deputy AD for Compliance Dennis Bloomer is no longer with the university as Senior Assoc. AD for Internal Operations Matthew Hayes gets the bump up to Deputy AD. (link)

+ D'Youville Assoc. AD of Internal Affairs/SWA Rebecca Capinera is no longer with the Saints. (link)

+ Pace Asst. AD for Athletic Communications Cooper Hayes is no longer with the department after almost a year with the Setters. (link)

+ Augustana promotes Asst. Director of Communications Andy Thurston to Asst. AD for Communications. (link)

Deal Digest:

+ Virginia State is the latest to partner with Spry. (link)

+ West Florida inks an NIL merchandise partnership with Influxer. (link)

Alaska Fairbanks welcomes back former Men’s Basketball HC Frank Ostanik to lead the Nanooks. Ostanik is currently serving as the AD/Boys and Girls Basketball HC at local Monroe Catholic. UAF AD Brock Anundson: “Frank brings a wealth of knowledge on and off the court to our men's basketball program. His leadership and coaching experience, along with his relationships throughout the Fairbanks community and state of Alaska, will complement the new chapter of Nanooks men's basketball. We're also excited to welcome back a former Nanook, who will provide incredible dedication to our student-athletes and athletic department goals.” (link)

Winston-Salem State Men’s Basketball HC Cleo Hill Jr. is headed to Maryland Eastern Shore (DI). (link)

Coaches.wire:

+ Cal State San Bernardino elevates Women’s Cross Country/Track & Field AC Nicole McDonald to HC. (link)

+ Davenport Women’s Golf HC Melanie Loughin will transition to Asst. AD for Internal Operations with AC Jess Niemiec to step in as HC. (link)

+ Michigan Tech taps Drury Women’s Soccer AC Melissa Kuhar as the Huskies’ next HC. (link) 

+ Northwest Missouri State names Illinois State (DI) AC Tony Jandron as its new Baseball HC. (link)

+ Missouri Western State Dance HC Kenzie Carrigan has been named as the inaugural Cheer HC, with both teams to remain as separate entities. (link)

+ Track the coaching staff changes of all sports over the weekend via this morning’s edition of Coaches.wire. (link)

More Higher Ed:

+ Dominican (NY) selects Mercy VP of Academic Affairs/Dean of Faculty Manuel Martínez as its next president. (link)

+ FAFSA’s beset rollout may result in a “dramatic enrollment decline this fall, leaving colleges already on the brink of financial failure at the risk of falling over the cliff,” according to Inside Higher Ed’s Catherine Ambrose and Michael Nietzel, who assert that already the “FAFSA fiasco has caused hundreds of thousands of students either to not apply to college or face uncertainty about where they can afford to attend. … While estimates vary, tracking by the National College Attainment Network shows that as of May 24, 14.4% fewer high school seniors had completed a FAFSA than at the same time last year. That translates into almost 300K fewer high school graduates completing the form.” According to some industry professionals, this might translate to a 10-20% enrollment decline in the entering class. Oregon State (DI) Vice Provost for Enrollment Management Jon Boeckenstedt fears the problem “could be the straw that breaks the camel’s back for some schools,” adding that “it’s not a revelation that small, poorly endowed, tuition-dependent colleges with small regional draws in areas that are saturated with private colleges and declining high school graduates will be most vulnerable.” More, including a list of what institutions facing financial uncertainty can do at this time. (link)

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(NEW!) Director, Creative and Digital Media (Kennesaw State University / Kennesaw, GA): Plays strategically disseminating information about our intercollegiate athletic teams. Responsible for leading communication initiatives across diverse media channels. (DI) More details HERE.

(NEW!) Men's Head Wrestling Coach (Lyon College Athletics / Batesville, AR): The head coach responsibilities will include the following, game day activities, recruiting, conducting practices, managing budgets and scheduling matches. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Coach, Men's and Women's Soccer (Gannon University / Erie, PA): Asst. M & W Soccer Coach – Full-time, 12-month position; assists the head coaches of both men’s and women’s soccer teams. More details HERE.

Associate Director - Compliance (Gannon University / Erie, PA): Gannon University - Associate AD for Compliance Reporting to the AD; coordinates & leads all aspects of NCAA Division II compliance & education More details HERE.

Assistant Director of the Bears Club/Annual Giving (Lenoir-Rhyne University / Hickory, NC): Reporting to Deputy AD for External Relations & Dir. of Bears Club, this position will oversee the Bears Club by creating, cultivating and executing the annual fund, membership, marketing, and events. More details HERE.

Head Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving Coach (Wheaton College (MA) / Norton, MA): Lead and oversee all aspects of the men's and women's swimming and diving program. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Men's and Women's Tennis Coach (Wheaton College (MA) / Norton, MA): Full-time position that assists the Head Coach in all aspects of the operation of the Men's and Women's Tennis Programs. (DIII) More details HERE.

Coordinator of Academics and Student-Athlete Development (Southeast Missouri State University / Cape Girardeau, MO): The Coordinator advises and monitors the academic progress of student athletes; and coordinates life skills programming for student athletes. (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Sports Medicine (The University of the South / Sewanee, TN): Manage athletic training staff, coordinate with team physicians, and handle insurance. Oversee medical care for varsity athletes in 24 sports. Evaluate, treat, and rehabilitate injuries. (DIII) More details HERE.

Head Women's Lacrosse Coach (Salem State University / Salem, MA): Salem State Athletics seeks candidates for a Head Women's Lacrosse coach. This is a part time position, start date 8/1. Candidates should email resume and letter of interest to nwood@salemstate.edu. (DIII)

Creative Content & Visual Media Director (Milligan University / Johnson City, TN): This position will provide management and administration of all streaming for athletics and the university as well as social media and marketing functions to enhance all athletic programs. (NAIA) More details HERE.

Assistant Coach of Varsity Women’s Lacrosse (Massachusetts Institute of Technology / Cambridge, MA): PART-TIME: Responsibilities include administration, social media, recruiting, team travel, practice sessions, opponent scouting, counseling of students, and compliance with NCAA rules. (DIII) To apply, email averspri@mit.edu.

Assistant Coach of Varsity Field Hockey (Massachusetts Institute of Technology / Cambridge, MA): PART-TIME: Responsibilities include administration, social media, recruiting, team travel, practice sessions, opponent scouting, counseling of students, and compliance with NCAA rules. (DIII) To apply, email sshute@mit.edu

Director of Athletics, Physical Education, and Recreation (University of Maryland, Baltimore County / Baltimore, MD): Provides a clear vision of the role and mission of athletics, physical education and recreation, strategically lead and foster a program of academic and competitive success that develops champions (DI) More details HERE.

Athletics Business Manager (Adams State University / Alamosa, CO): The fundamental responsibilities of the Business Manager position includes managing all aspects of fiscal responsibility and day to day operations for coaches and athletic department staff. More details HERE.

Head Coach, Strength and Conditioning (Purdue University Northwest/ Hammond, IN): Design and implement sport-specific strength programs to optimize performance and reduce injuries. Supervise training and nutrition. Ensure a safe environment, maintain records, oversee rehab, and ensure compliance with regulations. More details HERE.

Manager, Women's Basketball Operations / Assistant Coach (Bucknell University / Lewisburg, PA): This position will assist with on-court coaching responsibilities during practices and competitions, as well as assist throughout the student-athlete recruiting process. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Men's Club Varsity Crew Coach (Bucknell University / Lewisburg, PA): Serve the primary function of day-to-day coaching of student-athletes participating in the men's freshman/novice rowing program. (DI) More details HERE.

Athletics Business Operations Coordinator (Wayne State University / Detroit, MI): Coordinate and provide support to the Wayne State University Athletics Department in the day-to-day workflows and business processes needed to support various business functions. More details HERE.

Director of Athletics (University of New Haven / West Haven, CT): University of New Haven is now accepting applications for their Director of Athletics position. DHR Global is overseeing the search process on behalf of the University of New Haven. More details HERE.

Head Women's Lacrosse Coach (Augsburg University / Minneapolis, MN): The head coach is responsible for planning and administration of the lacrosse program. They provide vision, leadership and oversight for the lacrosse program. (DIII) More details HERE.

Aquatics Facility Manager (SMU / Dallas, TX): The Aquatics Facility Manager is responsible for supporting the SMU swimming and diving programs, coordinating and implementing operational, logistical, and technical efforts for the swim program. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Baseball Coach (St. Mary's University / San Antonio, TX): Teaches and instructs the technical and motivational aspects of the sport of baseball (specifically pitching) to student-athletes. More details HERE.

Deputy Director of Athletics (Johns Hopkins University / Baltimore, MD): Supports the Director of Athletics & Recreation in leading and managing the daily operations of the department. Serves on the AD’s Cabinet. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant/Associate Commissioner, Compliance (The Big West / Irvine, CA): An outstanding leadership position that will serve as the primary compliance administrator, have sport and championship oversight and work with an amazing staff in sunny Southern California! (DI) More details HERE.

Director of Athletic Communications (St. Thomas University / Miami, FL): St. Thomas University in South Florida NAIA seeks applicants to coordinate a team responsible for all communication activities relevant to the Department of Athletics Nationally ranked sports programs. (NAIA) More details HERE.

Graduate Assistant, Track & Field and Cross Country (2 positions) (Lake Erie College / Painesville, OH): LEC is an NCAA Division II program that competes in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (GMAC). This is a ten-month, two-year appointment pending successful evaluation at the end of year one. More details HERE.

Head Basketball Coach (Saint Mary's College / Notre Dame, IN): As the Head Basketball Coach, you will have the opportunity to shape and guide our Basketball program, inspiring athletes to reach their full potential while fostering a culture of teamwork. (DIII) More details HERE.

Head Softball Coach (Missouri Western State University / St Joseph, MO): Join us! Direct, plan, and manage the operation of the softball program, including academic performance of student-athletes, coaching & training, recruiting, scheduling, budgeting, public relations. More details HERE.

Head Women's Volleyball Coach (The Catholic University of America / Washington, DC): Catholic University seeks a skilled leader to direct all aspects of a NCAA DIII program and is passionate about developing student athletes holistically. (DIII) More details HERE.

Director for Governance & Compliance (Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association / Charlotte, NC): Be the go-to expert for compliance & governance queries from our membership. Manage CIAA/NCAA regulations and ensure our digital presence shines promoting excellence through championships. More details HERE.

Senior Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics (University of Memphis / Memphis, TN): The Senior Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics is responsible for the leadership, management and administration of the University’s intercollegiate athletic program. (DI) More details HERE.

Head Baseball Athletic Trainer (University of Kansas/ University of Kansas Health System / Lawrence, KS): As a member of Kansas Team Health and under the direction of the Head Team Physicians, responsible for the athletic training needs of the student-athletes of the Baseball Team. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Women's & Men's Track & Field Coach (Purdue University Northwest / Hammond, IN): Assist in program planning, coaching, recruiting, and academic oversight. Ensure NCAA compliance. Bachelor's degree and 2 years coaching experience required. Strong communication and team-building skills are essential. More detail HERE.

Assistant to the Commissioner (Great Northeast Athletic Conference / Winthrop, MA with remote work possible): Assist the Commissioner with all aspects of the DIII conference operations. (DIII) More details HERE.

Head Volleyball Coach (Bethany College (KS) / Lindsborg, KS): Seeking a skilled leader responsible for all aspects of the NAIA volleyball program. Responsible for the recruitment & overall development of volleyball student-athletes, athletically and holistically. (NAIA) More details HERE.

Assistant Men's and Women's Track and Field (LeTourneau University/ Longview, TX): LeTourneau University seeks a person with an enthusiastic and contagious Christian faith committed to a Christian higher education that integrates Christian faith with learning to assist our Track and Field/Cross Country Program. More details HERE.

Assistant Softball Coach (LeTourneau University/ Longview, TX): LeTourneau University seeks a person with an enthusiastic and contagious Christian faith committed to a Christian higher education that integrates Christian faith with learning to assist our Softball Program. More details HERE.

Director of Track and Field/ Cross Country (LeTourneau University / Longview, TX): LeTourneau University seeks a person with an enthusiastic and contagious Christian faith committed to a Christian higher education that integrates Christian faith with learning to Direct our Track and Field/Cross Country Program. More details HERE.

Director, Broncos EmPOWERed (Western Michigan University / Kalamazoo, MI): Director assists with leadership development, personal development, financial education, career & grad school prep, community service, diversity & inclusion, personal brand mgt & Broncos4Life program. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Director of Athletics for Compliance & Eligibility (Southeast Missouri State University / Cape Girardeau, MO): Responsible for providing leadership to the department relative to education, monitoring, enforcement and maintenance of a culture of NCAA compliance. (DI) More details HERE.

Assistant Women's Basketball Coach (Ouachita Baptist University / Arkadelphia, AR): Assist in the coordination of the overall operation of the program. This is a full-time position that guarantees opportunity and growth in all aspects of the profession. NCAA D2/Great American Conf. More details HERE.

Head Women's Volleyball Coach (Clark University / Worcester, MA): Clark University invites applications for this position. Directing all aspects of an NCAA Division III program. (DIII) More details HERE.

Head Volleyball Coach (Saint Mary's College / Notre Dame, IN): As the Head Volleyball Coach, you will have the opportunity to shape and guide our volleyball program, inspiring athletes to reach their full potential. (DIII) More details HERE.

Head Softball Coach (Saint Mary's College / Notre Dame, IN): As the Head Softball Coach, you will have the opportunity to shape and guide our Softball program, inspiring athletes to reach their full potential. (DIII) More details HERE.

Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance (tenure-track) (Kutztown University / Kutztown, PA): This position will provide leadership and oversight of a comprehensive Division II compliance program. This position is a tenure-track position and will serve on the senior leadership team. More details HERE.

Assistant Director, Athletic Development and External Affairs (Texas A&M International University / Laredo, TX): Under general direction reporting to the Director of Athletics, assists Development Officers and Institutional Advancement in securing philanthropic support for athletics. More details HERE.

Assistant Athletics Director for Compliance and Deputy Title IX Coordinator (Hawaii Pacific University / Honolulu, HI): Hawaii Pacific University Athletics is seeking a motivated compliance professional.  Find our complete JD and posting here: https://hpu.edu/hpu-careers/index.html. The ocean is calling! More details HERE.

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