Badger pride on and off the field
Lead a winning athletics program at a world-class university
The Opportunity
Join one of the nation's most successful Division I athletics programs at a world-class university. UW–Madison invites applicants to lead a department with a sustained legacy of success on the field and in the classroom. The highly respected Wisconsin Athletics program enjoys an excellent reputation as a result of unprecedented levels of student-athlete support and resources.
Tell 'em you're a Badger
Leadership
The Director of Athletics enjoys a collegial and supportive climate, working closely with senior-level campus administrators, including Chancellor Rebecca Blank.
Highlights
Badgers by the Numbers
$130 M Annual operating budget of UW Athletics
100% Post-graduate career placement for 2018–20
$610M UW Athletics' economic impact on the state of Wisconsin
107 NCAA & Conference Championships
Why Wisconsin
Forward360
Leading the way among Big Ten schools, UW Athletics' holistic wellness program helps Badger student-athletes reach their full potential. A strategic and personalized approach supports students in all aspects of their lives, from the classroom to the playing field, and beyond.
Facilities
The UW boasts a comprehensive set of practice, prep, and training spaces for all 23 sports, along with some of the most celebrated stadiums and arenas in the NCAA.
Kohl Center
A Beautiful Campus in a Vibrant City
Big Ten Conference
The Big Ten is home to a lineage of legendary names and has a tradition of developing strong leaders. Big Ten schools have averaged seven national championships yearly over the last 26 seasons. It leads all conferences with more than 1,800 Academic All-Americans, 6.4 million alumni, and 580,000 current students.
The Application Process
Contact Adam Kindschy, Special Assistant, Office of the Chancellor, with your questions about this opportunity.
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