Assistant Director, Student-Athlete Development

Title: Assistant Director, Student-Athlete Development

Employee Classification: Athletic Program Asst Director

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Athletics

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Athletic Admin

Department: UNT-Athletics Facilities-220410

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.   We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.   Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.  

Department Summary

The University of North Texas competes as a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and the American Conference. North Texas’ athletic programs are classified as NCAA Division I, the largest and highest division among all colleges and universities. The 46,000 square-foot Athletic Center located off South Bonnie Brae Street is the centerpiece of North Texas athletics. Athletics strives to conduct a competitive athletics program that promotes faculty, staff, student and community affiliation and participation with the North Texas Athletics. Provide facilities which attract the highest level of talent and allow student-athletes to perform at the highest level in practice and during competition.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Senior Associate AD for Leadership & Culture Development, the Assistant Director for Student-Athlete Development will contribute to the mission and vision around holistic support of Mean Green student-athletes. This position is responsible for supervising and managing educational programs/events related to name, image, and likeness, as well as oversee day-to-day components of community service initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in in related field and two years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience advising, counseling, or related experience.
• Demonstrated successful experience with program development and implementation.
• Detail oriented with prior project management experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, demonstrating the ability to communicate with a variety of audiences.
• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations specific to the role.
• Ability to work some evening and weekend hours.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters Degree.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

 

Job Duties

• Serve as the primary advisor for the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), facilitating leadership development, planning/execution of internal initiatives, and conference initiatives. Develop relationships and partnerships with campus and community organizations/non-profits to increase presence in the local and surrounding areas.
• Organize and implement education and resources that aid student-athletes in developing life skills, including but not limited to: personal branding, social media, financial literacy. Collaborate