Assistant or Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Development

Full Time
Williamsburg, VA 23187
Posted
Job description
Position Information

Present Position Number
FP801W

Role Code Title
Professional/Lecturer (Staff)

Position Title
Assistant or Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Development

Unit Mission Statement
The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics at William & Mary is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in all its endeavors. We are committed to an outstanding intercollegiate athletics program by:
  • Forging an environment that demands success with integrity;
  • Winning championships;
  • Empowering leaders;
  • Building a championship culture;
  • Elevating the prestige of the University; and
  • Instilling pride and respect.
  • Remaining true to our Core Values of Accountability, Belonging, Creativity, Integrity, and Service

Position Summary
The Assitant or Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Development will be responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and services related to enhancing student-athlete experience, development, and leadership. The Athletic Director will regularly interact with a variety of constituents including current/prospective student-athletes, families, coaches, department and university staff, faculty, and adjunct support personnel from both within and outside the university. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Engaging with campus partners/department leaders to create a curriculum for holistic personal growth, leadership, community engagement, and career preparation focused on upper-classman student-athletes.
  • Developing the program budget and forecasting future needs/expenditures.
  • Collaborating with university-wide orientation programs to develop and implement orientations specific to first-year and transfer student-athletes.
  • Promote and support network engagement with alumni athletes.
  • Develop, coordinate, and document student-athlete outreach and service projects.
  • Coordinate and promote educational programming relative to the student-athlete experience.

Required Qualifications
Required for either/both the Assistant and Associate Athletic Director:
  • Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and or experience.
  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, and demonstrated success with public speaking.
  • Transferrable leadership skills for successfully leading and guiding student-athletes.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail.
  • Proven ability to work with a diverse population and a wide range of constituencies.


To be considered for the Assistant Athletic Director:
  • Experience (typically 2-4 years of experience,) directly related to the position either working with student-athletes specifically, or in a comparable position in the field of student affairs, higher education, counseling, or similar.

To be considered for the Associate Athletic Director, the above plus
  • Significant experience (typically 4-8 years of experience,) directly related to the position either working with student-athletes specifically, or in a comparable position in the field of student affairs, higher education, counseling, or similar.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in student affairs, higher education, counseling, or a closely related field.
  • Experience working with student-athletes, specifically in college athletics.

Advertised Pay Range
Assoc. AD position: $60,000-$79,000 commensurate with experience. Asst. AD position: $52,000-$68,000 commensurate with experience.

Department
831200 Athletics Central Administration

Location
William & Mary

Is the position remote work eligible?
Hybrid (works remotely at least 1 day per week but not full-time)

Remote Work Disclaimer
Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.

University Salary Range
U11

Job Open Date
03/15/2023

Review Begin Date

Job Close Date
03/23/2023

Open Until Filled
No

Employment Category
Full Time Professional

FLSA
Exempt

Position Term
12 Month - Restricted

Special Application Instructions

Conditions of Employment
  • This position may require additional hours beyond the typical work week, including occasional overnight and frequent night and weekend work as needed to meet the business needs of the operation.
  • Occasional travel is required.
  • This is a restricted position subject to the continued availability of funding.
  • This position requires the ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive information, particularly in dealings with a wide variety of populations (e.g., faculty, staff, and students) of varying levels of education and skills in communication.
  • This position requires adherence to all applicable NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and regulations.

EEO Statement
William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Background Check Statement
William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Benefits Summary Statement
William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).

Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/hr/currentemployees/benefits/index.php

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