| Location | Birmingham, AL |
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Director of Athletics
Requisition ID: T240739
DO NOT CLICK THE APPLY ONLINE BUTTON
For consideration, application materials
should be submitted to Parker Executive Search's website
About the Opportunity
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a visionary and innovative Director of Athletics to lead UAB Athletics during a transformative period in intercollegiate sports. As the leader of an 18-sport NCAA Division I athletics program competing primarily in the American Conference, the Director of Athletics will be responsible for advancing competitive excellence, supporting the academic achievement and holistic development of student-athletes, strengthening financial sustainability, and engaging the university, Birmingham community, alumni and supporters around a compelling vision for the future of Blazer Athletics.
The next Director of Athletics will inherit a department with significant institutional momentum, including substantial investments in athletics facilities, strong academic performance and a growing university and community. At the same time, the rapidly changing collegiate athletics landscape creates an opportunity for an entrepreneurial leader capable of developing new revenue streams, strengthening philanthropy and corporate partnerships, maximizing media and brand opportunities, and strategically managing student-athlete revenue sharing and other emerging competitive investments.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Develop, articulate, and execute a comprehensive long-term vision for UAB Athletics
Establish strategic priorities, measurable goals, accountability, and stewardship measures
Collaborate with University Executive to navigate conference dynamics, NIL, and revenue sharing
Develop innovative revenue-generation strategies including philanthropy, sponsorships, partnerships, and ticket sales
Recruit, hire, develop, and retain talented coaches, administrators, and staff
Foster a collaborative, high-performing culture rooted in trust, transparency, professionalism, integrity, respect, and UAB values
Serve as a visible ambassador for UAB Athletics and strengthen relationships with alumni, donors, corporate partners, fans, and the Birmingham community
Ensure compliance with University of Alabama System , university, conference, NCAA, and Title IX rules and regulations
Foster student-athlete academic achievement, personal development, health, and well being
#LI-DNI
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Director of Athletics
Requisition ID: T240739
DO NOT CLICK THE APPLY ONLINE BUTTON
For consideration, application materials
should be submitted to Parker Executive Search's website
About the Opportunity
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a visionary and innovative Director of Athletics to lead UAB Athletics during a transformative period in intercollegiate sports. As the leader of an 18-sport NCAA Division I athletics program competing primarily in the American Conference, the Director of Athletics will be responsible for advancing competitive excellence, supporting the academic achievement and holistic development of student-athletes, strengthening financial sustainability, and engaging the university, Birmingham community, alumni and supporters around a compelling vision for the future of Blazer Athletics.
The next Director of Athletics will inherit a department with significant institutional momentum, including substantial investments in athletics facilities, strong academic performance and a growing university and community. At the same time, the rapidly changing collegiate athletics landscape creates an opportunity for an entrepreneurial leader capable of developing new revenue streams, strengthening philanthropy and corporate partnerships, maximizing media and brand opportunities, and strategically managing student-athlete revenue sharing and other emerging competitive investments.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Develop, articulate, and execute a comprehensive long-term vision for UAB Athletics
Establish strategic priorities, measurable goals, accountability, and stewardship measures
Collaborate with University Executive to navigate conference dynamics, NIL, and revenue sharing
Develop innovative revenue-generation strategies including philanthropy, sponsorships, partnerships, and ticket sales
Recruit, hire, develop, and retain talented coaches, administrators, and staff
Foster a collaborative, high-performing culture rooted in trust, transparency, professionalism, integrity, respect, and UAB values
Serve as a visible ambassador for UAB Athletics and strengthen relationships with alumni, donors, corporate partners, fans, and the Birmingham community
Ensure compliance with University of Alabama System , university, conference, NCAA, and Title IX rules and regulations
Foster student-athlete academic achievement, personal development, health, and well being
#LI-DNI
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Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a related field; advanced degree preferred
Ten (10) years of related experience
Significant experience in strategic and financial planning, as well as in organizational development and personnel management
Experience in recruiting and hiring of exceptional coaches and athletic administrators
Effective written and verbal and presentation skills, and the ability to communicate complex issues in a succinct and cogent manner to a variety of audiences
Ability to build relationships and maintain leadership presence in all situation
Ability to be a highly engaged and motivated leader
Ability to be self-motivated with a high degree of personal initiative
Ability to achieve strategic initiatives and attain organizational goals
Analytical and problem solving skills
Strong prioritization skills for competing requests and meeting diverse customer requirements
To view the full position prospectus, click here:
UAB invites nominations and applications or expressions of interest to be submitted to the search firm assisting the university. Applications must include a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and a list of references. For full consideration, application materials should be submitted to Parker Executive Search's website, by November 13, 2026. Confidential review of materials will begin immediately and continue until the appointment is made.
Daniel Parker, Vice President and Managing Director
DeLaina Sarden, Principal
Wade Jones, Executive Recruiting Coordinator
Parker Executive Search
danielparker@parkersearch.com | dsarden@parkersearch.com | wjones@parkersearch.com
770-804-1996 ext. 116 | 770-804-1996 ext. 119 | 770-804-1996 ext. 135
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
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Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a related field; advanced degree preferred
Ten (10) years of related experience
Significant experience in strategic and financial planning, as well as in organizational development and personnel management
Experience in recruiting and hiring of exceptional coaches and athletic administrators
Effective written and verbal and presentation skills, and the ability to communicate complex issues in a succinct and cogent manner to a variety of audiences
Ability to build relationships and maintain leadership presence in all situation
Ability to be a highly engaged and motivated leader
Ability to be self-motivated with a high degree of personal initiative
Ability to achieve strategic initiatives and attain organizational goals
Analytical and problem solving skills
Strong prioritization skills for competing requests and meeting diverse customer requirements
To view the full position prospectus, click here:
UAB invites nominations and applications or expressions of interest to be submitted to the search firm assisting the university. Applications must include a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and a list of references. For full consideration, application materials should be submitted to Parker Executive Search's website, by November 13, 2026. Confidential review of materials will begin immediately and continue until the appointment is made.
Daniel Parker, Vice President and Managing Director
DeLaina Sarden, Principal
Wade Jones, Executive Recruiting Coordinator
Parker Executive Search
danielparker@parkersearch.com | dsarden@parkersearch.com | wjones@parkersearch.com
770-804-1996 ext. 116 | 770-804-1996 ext. 119 | 770-804-1996 ext. 135
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
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