Assistant Director for Student-Athlete Success

Chicago State University

$45,000 - $50,000

United States, Illinois, Chicago

9501 South King Drive (Show on map)

Oct 23, 2024

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number	S25171P
Posting Date
Closing Date
Title	Assistant Director for Athletics Student Services & Academics
Working Title	Assistant Director for Student-Athlete Success
Salary Range	$45,000 - $50,000
Employee Class	Administrator
Department	Athletics
Full-time/ Part-time	Full-time
Specialization
Hours Per Week	40
Standard Work Week	Monday - Friday/occasional weekends
Job Summary	Under administrative direction from the Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Success, the Assistant Director for Student-Athlete Success will assist in the day-to-day operations of the Office of Student Athlete Success. This position will provide comprehensive academic support for teams as assigned, execute the program goals and objectives of the department, work with academically at-risk students from diverse backgrounds, and collaborate with coaches, support staff, and administration to simultaneously assure the program's success
Job Description	Support academic programs by providing learning skill techniques, time management and related academic information to students; evaluating students' academic abilities and skills; assisting students in developing academic plans. Implements new student orientation programs and advising activities. Coordinates advising functions by serving as a liaison between students, faculty, academic departments and other campus services. Participate in the transfer and initial eligibility certification process for incoming student-athletes and assist with the continuing eligibility status for all student-athletes each semester. Assist in monitoring academic progress towards degree of student-athletes and NCAA eligibility Contribute to data collection as it relates to the completion of the annual NCAA reports such as, Academic Progress Report (APR), Graduation Success Rate (GSR), and other reports as needed. Coordinate efforts with coaches with respect to evaluation and learning assessment for prospective student- athletes in all sports programs. Serves as liaison for colleges and academic departments by interpreting academic policies, procedure, and curriculum issues. Provide timely and accurate mandated forms, reports, assessments, and audits as required. Contribute to NCAA and Northeast Conference waivers, petitions, and appeals in collaboration with the Faculty Athletics Representative or Associate Athletics Director for Student for Success where appropriate. Assist with study hall programming for student-athletes, including tracking study hall requirements May supervise and/or train other staff members or students. Other Duties as Assigned.
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree Minimum of 2 years of experience working in college athletics or at a professional level.
Preferred Qualifications	Master's degree Prior experience at the NCAA Division I level
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities	Excellent organizational skills to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with competing deadlines. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within a diverse community. Ability to effectively use computer application programs and related computer software packages (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, database, internet) Knowledge of and compliance with NCAA rules is a condition of employment in this position. Ability to work independently and complete assignments without direct supervision. Ability to set priorities and complete assignments accurately within designated timelines. Demonstrated strong commitment to inclusion and diversity including but not limited to differences in ethnicity, national origin, race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification and ability. Demonstrated dedication to continuous personal and professional development. Ability to work nights and weekends for CSU Athletics and other University sponsored events Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and comply with the University's vehicle use policy
Additional Applicant Information
Physical Requirement/ Demands	Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate verbally, read, write, see, and hear to perform essential functions. Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 25 pounds. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Work Environment	Office, classroom, group setting environment. Non-traditional hours and travel may be required