Department Code
34208-7034
Job Title
Senior Associate AD, Integrated Health, Wellness and Sports Performance
Commitment to On-Campus Experience
Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.
Pay Range
$151,000 - $172,000
Pay Determination
Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.
Hours
Standard University business hours
8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Unionized Position Code
Not Applicable
Job Description
The Senior Associate AD, Integrated Health, Wellness and Sports Performance serves as the primary administrative leader for all health, safety, and wellness functions within Syracuse University Athletics. This role provides executive-level oversight of all support service departments, including athletic training, strength & conditioning, sports nutrition, and mental health/sport psychology, as well as any additional health, safety, and wellness initiatives within the athletics department.
This position may serve as the designated Athletics Health Care Administrator (AHCA), pending finalization of current organizational restructuring, and is responsible for ensuring all programs, services, and personnel operate in compliance with NCAA, ACC, and institutional health and safety standards.
Education and Experience
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in sports medicine, athletic training, health administration, or related field
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience in NCAA Division I athletics or professional sports environment
- Demonstrated experience managing multi-disciplinary health, safety, or performance departments
- Strong knowledge of NCAA health and safety regulations and Independent Medical Care guidelines
- CPR/AED certification required
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and travel as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a Power 4 (ACC/Big Ten) athletics program
- Background in athletic training/sports medicine, or health administration leadership
Skills and Knowledge
Not Applicable
Responsibilities
Department Leadership & Oversight
- Provide direct administrative oversight of all health, safety, and wellness units.
- Supervise all support service directors and ensure alignment of staffing, operations, and service delivery across all programs.
- Serve as the central administrative authority for health and wellness operations within athletics.
- Ensure independent medical care delivery, preserving the autonomous clinical authority of the Head Team Physician.
- Serve as an escalation point for support department staff and departmental stakeholders for conflict resolution, in collaboration with the Head Team Physician.
Operational Leadership
- Oversee day-to-day operations of support service departments and facilities.
- Ensure directors are effectively managing staffing structures, scheduling, and coordination of services across all sports.
- Maintain efficient and consistent delivery of services across a high-volume Division I athletics program.
Clinical Coordination & Independent Medical Care Compliance
- Work in coordination with the Head Team Physician and Chief Medical Officer to support implementation of clinical protocols.
- Ensure adherence to NCAA Independent Medical Care guidelines and maintain separation between clinical authority and athletics operations.
- Ensure no undue influence from athletics stakeholders on medical decision-making.
Staff Leadership & Development
- Directly manage and evaluate support unit directors and staff.
- Oversee hiring, onboarding, performance management, and professional development.
- Support recruitment, development, and retention of a high-performing sports medicine team.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performing multidisciplinary team environment.
- Support ongoing professional development and continuing education.
Budget & Resource Management
- Develop and manage departmental budgets.
- Oversee medical and performance expenditures, equipment procurement, and inventory management.
- Ensure fiscal responsibility and efficient allocation of resources.
Physical Requirements
Not Applicable
Tools/Equipment
Not Applicable
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community
Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.
