Director, Athletics Performance/Athletic Healthcare Administrator

Babson College • Wellesley, MA

5d • $87,274 - $96,971 • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Athletics Performance/Athletic Health Care Administrator serves as the senior athletic health care professional for the Department of Athletics and is responsible for the leadership, administration, and delivery of comprehensive athletic health care services. Consistent with NCAA principles of independent medical care, this position maintains authoritative responsibility for student athlete health and safety, including injury prevention, clinical care, rehabilitation, return to play decision making, and emergency preparedness. As the designated Athletics Health Care Administrator, the Director oversees athletic health care policies, procedures, staffing, and risk management practices and ensures alignment with NCAA Sports Medicine Handbook guidelines. The position promotes a holistic, student centered model of care that integrates physical performance, injury prevention, and mental health support through collaboration with campus partners.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in related field.
• At least 8-10 years of progressive experience in athletic training and sports medicine, including supervisory experience.
• Must be a licensed Athletic Trainer in the Commonwealth of MA.
• NATABOC Certification with ongoing continuing education compliance.
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification with continuing education compliance.
• Current CPR/AED certification and Instructor CPR/AED certification.
• Blood Bourne Pathogen training in compliance with OSHA regulations; must be maintained yearly throughout time in the position.
• Demonstrated proficiency with electronic medical records and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and supervisory abilities.
• Ability to work with culturally ethnically, culturally, and socially diverse students, staff, faculty, and other constituencies.
• Creates an environment where direct reports have the freedom and security to take initiative; deals with complexities with resilience, resourcefulness, and optimism; and appreciates open mindedness, creativity, and agility in thought and tactics.
• Ability to embrace ideas and changes created by all community members.
• Ability to anticipate and effectively handles change; demonstrate willingness to try new skills and challenging tasks; and is flexible in changing conditions.
• Must have strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Must have had a valid unrestricted U.S. Driver’s License for one year, and maintain throughout employment an insurable (as determined by the College’s insurer’s criteria) or a satisfactory driving record; must successfully complete and pass the College’s vehicle training program within the first 60 days of employment; annual or more frequent review of employee’s driving record based on the College insurer’s criteria; and safety training as required by management.

Nice To Haves

• N/A

Responsibilities

• Serve as the institution’s Athletic Health Care Administrator (AHCA), providing leadership and oversight of all athletic health care services in accordance with NCAA best practices.
• Exercise independent medical authority for all health care decisions related to the diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and return‑to‑play of student‑athletes, free from influence by coaching staff or competitive pressures.
• Develop, implement, and regularly review athletic health care policies, procedures, and emergency action plans to ensure compliance with NCAA, institutional, and professional standards.
• Oversee sports medicine facilities, equipment, staffing models, and clinical operations across all varsity sports.
• Direct and administer the Athletics Sports Medicine Program, including coordination of athletic training coverage for all home intercollegiate competitions and appropriate medical coverage for away contests.
• Collaborate with the Director of Athletics & Recreation to coordinate pre‑participation medical examinations, clearance processes, and documentation in compliance with NCAA requirements.
• Ensure proper maintenance, confidentiality, and compliance of athletic medical records in accordance with HIPAA, FERPA, NCAA guidelines, and institutional policy.
• Hire, coordinate, and oversee the Team Orthopedic Physician, including scheduling clinic hours and arranging physician coverage for varsity ice hockey competitions.
• Serve as the primary liaison between team physicians, allied health professionals, and the Department of Athletics to ensure continuity and quality of care.
• Coordinate referrals and follow‑up care with external medical providers as necessary.
• Coordinate comprehensive medical care for varsity student‑athletes, including injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and return‑to‑sport progression.
• Implement evidence‑based injury prevention strategies and risk‑reduction initiatives.
• Support institutional risk management efforts related to athletic participation, including emergency preparedness, concussion management, and catastrophic injury response.
• Collaborate with Health Services to support injury care for club sport participants and provide orthopedic consultation support to Health Center staff as appropriate.
• Collaborate with coaching staffs to support training load management, recovery strategies, and performance optimization consistent with NCAA athlete safety principles.
• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of the department‑wide strength and conditioning program to ensure safe, effective, and developmentally appropriate training environments.
• Collaborate with Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) to support student‑athlete mental health in alignment with NCAA Mental Health Best Practices.
• Establish and maintain clear referral pathways and coordinated care processes for student‑athletes experiencing mental health concerns.
• Provide education to coaches and athletics staff regarding the integration of physical health, mental well‑being, and performance.
• Promote nutrition education and fueling strategies in partnership with coaches and campus resources to enhance health, performance, and injury prevention.
• Counsel student‑athletes on general health, wellness, and sport‑related concerns and refer them to appropriate campus or external resources as needed.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate athletic training and sports performance staff, ensuring professional development and adherence to ethical standards of practice.
• Coordinate CPR/AED and First Aid certification for all Athletics Department staff in accordance with NCAA and institutional requirements.
• Assist in the development, monitoring, and recordkeeping of assigned athletic health care and performance budgets ranging from $1 to $250,000.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through assessment, policy review, and data‑informed decision‑making.
• Serve on standing and ad hoc committees related to Athletics, student health, safety, and wellness initiatives.
• Assume additional responsibilities as required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Group life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Business travel accident insurance
• Mental health benefits
• 3 weeks of vacation annually
• 2 weeks of sick time
• 1 week of paid family illness time
• 6 weeks of paid parental leave
• 12 paid holidays per year
• 403(b) retirement plan with mandatory employee contributions and a 4:1 employer match
• Wellbeing programs
• Virtual fitness platform
• Employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior