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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.
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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.
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Position Overview
The Senior Associate or Executive Senior Associate Athletic Director for Leadership and Culture Development serves a member of the departments Senior Leadership Team that is committed to excellence and advancing the department through its strategic plan. The fundamental responsibility of this position is to support and foster personal, social and professional growth for the more than 350 student athletes at the University of North Texas. This position is responsible for overseeing, enhancing and continually creating programming for student athletes and staff in the areas of personal, career and leadership development.
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Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and eight years of related experience, or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of fundraising and direct solicitation principles, strategic planning, fiscal management, and operational management. Outstanding interpersonal and written communication skills and ability to communicate complex financial concepts effectively. Thorough knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations. Strong planning and project management skills. Ability to direct and manage the work of others and work effectively with a diverse range of coaches, staff, and students.
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Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree. Thorough knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations. Extensive knowledge of Texas rules and regulations related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate). Strong planning and project management skills. Ability to direct and manage the work of others.
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Required License/Registration/Certifications
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Job Duties
- Develops and implements departmental initiatives designed to support overall strategic plan and mission to build champions and prepare leaders as well as develops comprehensive curriculum and teaches transitional, life skills and leadership courses for all student athletes.
- Oversees the development of a comprehensive program to educate student-athletes on personal brand management, social media strategies and financial literacy.
- Provides oversight and evaluation of student-athlete orientation course.
- Organizes and creates career fairs and panels, resume writing and mock interviews, job shadows and job placements.
- Directs program for community engagement for all student-athletes.
- Develops in-depth training for student athlete leaders as well as develops comprehensive professional development programming for athletics staff including head and assistant coaches.
- Develops and implements mechanisms to assess effectiveness of leadership and professional development programming.
- Assists in the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donors for annual support of leadership development initiatives, as well as other programs within athletics.
- Provides broad oversight to the prospective student athlete recruitment process for all athletics programs, including serving as a liaison to campus admissions.
- Seeks and develops strategic partnerships within campus constituencies, as well as with external resources, including but not limited university alumni.
- Potential to serve as Sports Program Administrator.
- Provides leadership and oversight for division student services ensuring appropriate academic resources are provided to student athletes, monitor academic progress and responsible for the oversight of Compliance.
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Physical Requirements
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Lifting and moving objects up to 100 pounds or more.
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Environmental Hazards
Elevated temperatures.
Low temperatures.
Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
Noisy environments.
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Work Schedule
8:00am-5:00pm Monday thru Friday with some evenings and weekend events.
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Driving University Vehicle
Yes
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Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
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Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
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Benefits
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
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EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
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