The Association is seeking a Commissioner who will report directly to the member school Board of Presidents (BOP) and will work directly with the Board of Athletic Directors (BOAD) and other NSAA committees. The Commissioner, working in concert with the Executive Committee, will establish the future office location with the goal of maximizing convenience and cost-effectiveness for the Association but would prefer for its location to be located in the Association region. The Position: The Association seeks a leader of integrity with strategic management and relationship skills and proven success in the growth and management of complex organizations with significant understanding of athletic organizations. She/he will be responsible for long-term strategy and vision, growth of the Association, day-to-day management and the financial health of the NSAA. The Commissioner must display impartiality, transparency, honesty, and fairness in all activities. The Commissioner will be expected to represent and advance the academic and athletic prestige of the Association, especially in policy and membership discussions at the North Star Athletic Association and NAIA levels. The Commissioner will also be expected to be an active and engaged presence on member campuses and at Association meetings and athletic events. The Commissioner will work closely with the NSAA Faculty Athletic Representatives in matters pertaining to eligibility and compliance.

Salary and Benefits: Salary for this 12-month position is commensurate with qualifications and experience and authorized travel expenses will be reimbursed. Start date is projected as November 2020. The successful candidate is preferred on a full-time basis as the Association will be a full-time operation and the commissioner will perform duties as outlined in the CCA White Paper on NAIA Conferences.

Application: a letter of interest, resume, and the names and contact information for at least three references to the Chair, North Star Athletic Association Commissioner Search. Submit application materials to: President@waldorf.edu. The review of applications will begin August 17 and the position will remain open until filled.

NSAA will be committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of employees and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, creed, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, and sexual orientation.