Assistant Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Development (AADSAD)

Job SummaryThe Assistant Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Development is responsible for creating and overseeing a student-athlete development department that equitably serves all 22 athletic programs and 450+ student-athletes. This department will house a transformative program focused on the development of student-athletes by providing personal and professional experiences beyond their sport. Reporting to the Associate Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Wellness and Leader Development, the Assistant Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Development will directly organize and provide a diverse array of programming, seminars, classes and community service opportunities for student-athletes. The primary goal is student-athlete development in the areas of resume building, hands-on experience, networking connections, and interview skills, which are necessities upon degree completion. The AADSAD will develop and maintain relationships with partnering companies seeking interns, job shadowing/opportunities, and connections with student-athletes. The curriculum within Beyond Sparta encompasses community engagement programming, which fosters an understanding of the local and global community building through a culture of volunteerism. In addition, the curriculum also includes an on-campus engagement program, connecting our vibrant campus community with our student-athletes. The AADSAD will partner with Student-Athlete Success Services and on-campus entities to support campus programming and provide skilled student-athletes as interns and university ambassadors. The AADSAD will develop, implement, and maintain highly engaging signature programs with a curriculum that promotes leadership, career development and volunteerism at an advanced level.Key ResponsibilitiesManage and oversee the strategic direction, vision and implementation of the Student-Athlete Development Program, Beyond Sparta, which is focused on empowering, engaging and preparing student-athletes for life after the game.Oversee the equitable implementation of Beyond Sparta for all student-athletes.Directly mentor all student-athletes to increase their opportunities upon graduation through enrichment provided by Beyond Sparta.Partner with One Spartan Nation to cultivate donor engagement and relationships for Student-Athlete Development initiatives including participation in fundraising events, donor relations and stewardship.Plan and oversee internal student-athlete (SAAC) events i.e. Welcome Back event, collection drives, beach clean-up, end of the year party etc.Establish, build and foster relationships between campus entities and the student-athletes population, foster and encourage involvement in the campus community.Develop an engagement strategy for current and former student-athletes, alumni, and supporters that will encourage the use of the communication platform.Implement changes accordingly to maintain competitiveness among other programs.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesAbility to promote and foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment and support for student-athletesAbility to work well collaboratively, while also being direct in a professional mannerKnowledgeable in industry standards and trends related to student-athletesAbility to supervise, monitor and train staff in oversight areasDemonstrated management experience and skills in the development, implementation and evaluation of support programsDemonstrated knowledge of using technology in various aspects affecting student-athlete developmentAbility to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manualsAbility to accurately oversee procedures related to student-athlete developmentAbility to communicate with constituents in a professional and respectful mannerAbility to represent the SJSU Department of Athletics with professional and diplomatic decorumAbility to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, faculty, students and the general publicAbility to create meaningful opportunities for community engagement and manage all community outreach/engagement requestsAbility to maintain the Beyond Sparta application/student-development software, the content that it holds, and the impact it has on career development opportunities, communication, and networkingKnowledge of and proficiency in CSU, University, NCAA, and Mountain West Conference/conference affiliate rules and regulationsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degreeThree years progressive experience in program development, management, student supervision, and/or education or coaching in a higher education setting. Input required qualifications; Master's degree can substitute for two years of relevant experiencePreferred QualificationsMaster's degreeCompensationClassification: Administrator IIAnticipated Hiring Salary: $8,750/monthCSU Salary Range: $4,812/month - $15,449/monthSan Jose State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary.Application ProcedureClick Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:ResumeLetter of InterestAll applicants must apply within the specified application period:

August 16, 2024 through August 22, 2024 . This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.Contact InformationUniversity Personneljobs@sjsu.edu408-924-2252

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