Assistant Director of Student-Athlete Services

 

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Job Summary

The Associate Director of Student-Athlete Services provides leadership and coordination for key enrollment, onboarding, and transitional support processes for NCAA Division I student-athletes. This role ensures alignment with university systems while centering the student-athlete experience through strategic partnerships with campus units including Enrollment Services, the Bickerstaff Academic Center, Housing, Compliance, and International Education.

Key Responsibilities

• Admissions & Enrollment Coordination: Support recruiting operations by coordinating on-campus official visit logistics, including scheduling housing tours and assisting with “first impression” experiences for prospective student-athletes. Manage shared recruiting resources such as the department golf cart, including scheduling, prioritization across sport programs, and ensuring maintenance, cleanliness, and readiness for coach use.
• Housing & Dining Services Coordination: Collaborate with campus partners to support broader Move-In Day efforts for the general student body, contributing to a positive first impression and enhancing the overall student life experience.
• International Student-Athlete Support.
• Project Management: Serve as the department’s Teamworks super user, acting as the primary liaison with the vendor and internal stakeholders. Lead system optimization efforts, troubleshoot user issues, and develop and deliver training for coaches and staff to ensure effective and consistent utilization of Teamworks across all sport programs.

Department

Athletics

Time Base

1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.

Duration of Appointment

This is a temporary position for one year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.

Classification

Athletics Administration Professional II

Compensation

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.

CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $4,908 (Step #1) - $7,150 (Step #20) per month.

Benefits

At California State University (CSU), we prioritize the health, growth, and success of our employees. Our benefits program reflects our commitment to your overall well-being.

To be eligible for full benefits, employees must be appointed at least half-time (.50 FTE) with an appointment lasting more than six months and one day. Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on appointment type, classification, and applicable collective bargaining agreement. Eligible employees may have access to a comprehensive benefits package that can include:

• Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
• Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as 403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
• Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by employee group and bargaining uni