Athletics will be a source of pride for our community. A quality, competitive athletic program can be a positive focal point for the community. We must be willing to donate our time and resources to civic and charitable efforts, and every employee of the Athletic Department is encouraged to become involved in community activities. Whenever we help our community, we help contribute to the success of our program and the success and positive vision of the University.
............... VISION & MISSION STATEMENTS VISION STATEMENT Provide a championship-caliber environment for student-athletes. MISSION STATEMENT The Department of Athletics is committed to creating an environment where individuals and teams reach their full potential and become a source of University and community pride. The Department motivates behavior that fosters academic achievement, self-discipline, group loyalty, sportsmanship and personal integrity, hard work, perseverance and pride of accomplishment. We believe these qualities lead to the attainment of skills necessary for success in academics, athletics and most importantly life-long learning.
............... PERSONNEL ISSUES CODE OF CONDUCT All Department of Athletics' employees are bound to the code of conduct put forth by CSU Stanislaus as referenced in the current Faculty Handbook. The bargaining unit of each individual employee dictates employment rights. The personnel of the Athletic Department are, by nature, visible to the general public and are often the face of the University. Therefore, it is expected that all employees will conduct themselves in a professional and ethical manner in accordance with all California State University, NCAA, and CCAA bylaws.
EMPLOYMENT CONTRACTS The Department of Athletics employs personnel for the academic year (9 months), or the calendar year (12 months). All full-time positions are secured via a contractual appointment. Contracts are generally for one-year terms renewable annually at the discretion of the Director of Athletics and the Vice President for Academic Affairs. Multi-year appointments may be issued as appropriate or necessary.
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