Martin Jarmond Reportedly a Finalist for UCLA AD Job

Could Martin Jarmond already be on the move? According to an LA Times report he could be a finalist for the open UCLA job.

According to a report in the LA Times, Boston College AD Martin Jarmond is a finalist for the UCLA AD position.

UCLA's search for athletic director down to two finalists, decision could come this week https://t.co/JaGmq2EfiB

— Ben Bolch (@latbbolch) May 14, 2020

Jarmond came to Boston College in June 2017 replacing Brad Bates. Before coming to the Heights, he was an Associate Athletic Director at Ohio State. During his time at Boston College he has been instrumental in improving the fan experience, welcoming fans on campus and bringing beer and wine to the stadiums. He has also been part of some big hires in Chestnut Hill including Joanna McNamee (women's basketball) and Jeff Hafley (football). 

Recently Martin Jarmond has been in charge of the "Greater Heights Campaign" that has been in the process of raising $150 million dollars for the Athletics Department.  At 40 years of age, he is considered a fast riser in the athletics leadership world. 

According to the report, Jarmond is a finalist along with UNLV AD Desiree Reed-Francois. The school is looking to replace long time AD Dan Guerrero who will be retiring at the end of June after serving as AD since 2002. According to the LA Times, the school looks to make a hire by the end of the week. 

If Jarmond was to take this job, this would put Boston College in a tough situation. With the current COVID-19 crisis in place, it would be challenging to find a suitable replacement and vet them appropriately. 

BC Bulletin will keep you up to date on the UCLA AD hiring search. 

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