Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Development
Job no: 10002099
Position type: Administrative or Professional Faculty
Location: Fairfax, VA, On Site Required
Division/Equivalent: Executive Administration
School/Unit: Intercollegiate Athletics
Department/Office: ICA Academic Student Services
Categories: Default
Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Classification: Professional Faculty
Job Category: Administrative or Professional Faculty
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Full-Time
Location: Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type: On Site Required
Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check: Yes
About the Department: To unite communities by developing champions with a mission to inspire and transform lives through the power of sports. Intercollegiate Athletics (ICA) serves 500 student-athletes in 22 NCAA Division I sports. We are a proud member of the Atlantic 10 Conference with 17 Conference Championships, NCAA Championships in Women’s Soccer and Men’s Indoor Track, an NCAA Final Four appearance with Men’s Basketball, and over 30 individual National Champions. We are student-focused, education-centered, and committed to providing transformational experiences for our student-athletes and staff. Our five priorities are Student-Athlete Experience, Competition, Resources, Storytelling & Engagement, and Championship Culture. |
About the Position: The Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Development is responsible for developing, implementing, and supporting student-athletes, both current and former, in various aspects of their lives to ensure academic, athletic, personal, and professional success. The role oversees the creation and execution of a comprehensive support system aimed at fostering career development and providing life skills education. Additionally, the position supervises the staff at the Athletic Academic Resource Center to ensure that student-athletes receive the necessary guidance and resources to succeed academically, maintain eligibility, and graduate. The position serves as the Academic Coordinator for Men's Basketball, offering academic support, monitoring progress, and collaborating with coaching staff to help student-athletes effectively balance their athletic and academic commitments. Collaboration with administrators, coaches, staff, and university personnel will be essential to create and implement strategies that promote academic achievement, student-athlete retention, and graduation. Ultimately, the goal of this position is to assist student-athletes in navigating their educational journey and preparing them for success after their collegiate athletic careers. |
Responsibilities: Career Development
Life Skills Training
Leadership Development and Transition Support
Academic Coordinator for Men’s Basketball
Evaluation and Feedback
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Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, applicants must apply for Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Development at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Resume for review. |
Posting Open Date: December 19, 2024 For Full Consideration, Apply by: January 17, 2025 Open Until Filled: Yes |
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