Steve Edmonds is a highly accomplished and results-driven Athletic Director with over 15 years of progressive leadership experience in collegiate athletics. He possesses a proven track record in program development, budget management, fundraising, and fostering a culture of academic and athletic excellence. Known for his strategic vision and ability to inspire teams, Steve has consistently elevated athletic programs, securing significant funding and enhancing student-athlete success. His expertise spans NCAA compliance, facility management, and community engagement. Steve is passionate about creating impactful athletic experiences and is seeking to leverage his comprehensive skill set to lead a dynamic athletic department towards sustained achievement and growth.
Steve Edmonds
Athletic Director
Visionary leader driving athletic excellence and student-athlete development.
Education
University of Central Florida
Master of Science (August 2008 to May 2010)
University of Florida
Bachelor of Arts (August 2004 to May 2008)
Work Experience
Coastal Bay University - Coastal Bay, FL
Athletic Director July 2018 to Present 8 years
Oversaw 18 NCAA Division II athletic programs, managing a $5M annual budget and a staff of 45 coaches and administrators.
Increased athletic department revenue by 30% over five years through strategic fundraising, corporate sponsorships, and ticket sales initiatives.
Implemented comprehensive student-athlete welfare programs, resulting in a 92% graduation rate and a 10% increase in academic performance metrics.
Led successful capital campaigns for new track & field facilities and a renovated strength & conditioning center, totaling $12M.
Ensured 100% NCAA compliance, maintaining a strong record with no major infractions during tenure.
Increased athletic department revenue by 30% over five years through strategic fundraising, corporate sponsorships, and ticket sales initiatives.
Implemented comprehensive student-athlete welfare programs, resulting in a 92% graduation rate and a 10% increase in academic performance metrics.
Led successful capital campaigns for new track & field facilities and a renovated strength & conditioning center, totaling $12M.
Ensured 100% NCAA compliance, maintaining a strong record with no major infractions during tenure.
Mid-State College - Springfield, IL
Associate Athletic Director for Internal Operations August 2013 to June 2018 4 years & 11 months
Managed daily operations for 12 NCAA Division III athletic teams, including scheduling, facilities, and event management.
Developed and managed departmental budgets, achieving a 5% reduction in operational costs through vendor negotiation and efficiency improvements.
Supervised 20+ full-time and part-time staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
Coordinated all home athletic events, ensuring a positive experience for student-athletes, fans, and officials.
Spearheaded the integration of new athletic management software, streamlining administrative processes and data tracking.
Developed and managed departmental budgets, achieving a 5% reduction in operational costs through vendor negotiation and efficiency improvements.
Supervised 20+ full-time and part-time staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
Coordinated all home athletic events, ensuring a positive experience for student-athletes, fans, and officials.
Spearheaded the integration of new athletic management software, streamlining administrative processes and data tracking.
Mid-State College - Springfield, IL
Head Women's Soccer Coach August 2010 to August 2013 3 years & 1 month
Recruited and developed student-athletes, leading the team to two conference championships and one NCAA tournament appearance.
Managed team budget, travel logistics, and equipment procurement within allocated resources.
Mentored student-athletes on academic success, career development, and community engagement.
Achieved a team GPA consistently above 3.2, with multiple academic all-conference selections.
Managed team budget, travel logistics, and equipment procurement within allocated resources.
Mentored student-athletes on academic success, career development, and community engagement.
Achieved a team GPA consistently above 3.2, with multiple academic all-conference selections.
Volunteer Experience
Youth Sports Leadership Program
Program Mentor (January 2019 to Present)
Awards & Recognition
Athletic Director of the Year
Sunshine State Conference (June 2022 to Present)
Certifications
Certified Athletic Administrator (CAA)
National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) (October 2015 to Present)
- https://www.niaaa.org/certification/
Technical Skills
- NCAA Compliance
- Budget Management
- Fundraising & Development
- Facilities Management
- Event Operations
- Sports Marketing
- Strategic Planning
- Data Analysis
- Risk Management
- Student-Athlete Development
Langauges
English
NativeSpanish
ProfessionalPersonal Info
Location
Coastal Bay, FLNationality
AmericanMarital Status
MarriedNotice Period
4 WeeksGender
MaleActivities
& Interests
Gymnastic
Table Tennis
House Repair
Boating
Cinema
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