Assistant AD, Student-Athlete Development And Professional Advancement

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number S3726P Home Org Name Ath Finance & Administration Division Name Director Intercollegiate Athletics Position Title Assistant AD, Student-Athlete Development and Professional Advancement Job Class Code BB22 Appointment Status Full-time Part-time FTE Limited Term No Limited Term Length Job Summary

Auburn Athletics seeks candidates for the role of Assistant Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Development. This individual oversees Auburn Athletics' alumni relations, student-athlete engagement programs, employer and corporate relations, and alumni student-athlete services for all sports. Responsibilities include managing student-athlete experience programs, focusing on professional development, job placement, and transition support, as well as coordinating the Auburn YOU Career Network.

About Auburn: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship, and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.

Why employees choose Auburn: Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama's best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years. Employees enjoy competitive benefits that include top-notch health insurance, generous retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, flexible spending accounts, and more! Learn more about Auburn's impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn.

Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.

Essential Functions

• Manages the execution for the implementation of AuburnYOU's mission to enhance the student-athlete experience of programming, resources, and opportunities. Includes programming, events, and career counseling of student-athletes. Leads in the planning of annual calendar of events for current studentathletes.

• Manages all aspects of student-athlete enhancement programming including leadership, personal enhancement, and professional development. Designs and executes professional development programming and ensures smooth transition for student-athletes' post-athletics. Guides student-athletes in setting professional goals, post-graduate plans, and provides services with resume writing, interviewing skills, and major exploration. Facilitates job placements and internships.

• Provides leadership in WINGS program to support women's athletics, actively engaging in programs aimed at enhancing the overall experience for female student-athletes.

• Collaborates with Associate AD and strategically works with Tigers Unlimited in efforts to raise dollars and unique opportunities for female student-athletes, donors, and partners.

• Provides direction and supervises the Director of Student-Athlete Enhancement and two graduate assistants in the execution of all programming, events, alumni, and employer connections.

• Develops and maintains AuburnYou Career Network, facilitating internship and career opportunities. Supervises event planning and program development connecting student-athletes with employers andalumni. Builds relationships and determines partnership opportunities with employers. Executes operationalplans for employer and alumni engagement and leverages partnerships for former student-athletes. Advises in the planning, oversight, and execution of the AuburnYOU Career Tour which focuses on enhancing andexposing student-athletes to different job sectors and fields. Cultivates relationships with former studentathletesand manages AuburnYou database to ensure connections. Communications connections asappropriate with others. Engages with alumni through various channels including events, social media, andother forms of communications.

• Plans and executes administrative and logistical operations such as: interviews and selections of guest speakers, participants, and purchasing to support student-athlete programming.

• Utilize communication channels for storytelling to raise awareness of student-athlete's stories and experiences.

• Plans and executes administrative and logistical operations such as: interviews and selections of guestspeakers, participants, and purchasing to support student-athlete programming.

• Plans game day and alumni student-athlete events, including tailgates, team reunions, and other events thatincludes high-profile alumni and leadership. Serves as primary liaison and partner for athletic alumni in oversight of verification, cultivation, andstewardship with Tigers Unlimited staff.

• Collaborates with Communications Office and external organizations for Auburn Athletics annual recognitions.

• Collaborates with Assoc AD in establishing key performance indicator for student-athlete development. Gathers data through surveys and provides input with leaders.

• Provides guidance to athletics leadership and key constituents both internally and externally as recruiting process of prospective student-athletes for all Olympic Sports. Communicates and ensures all regulations are followed.

• Provides budget management and monitoring of all programming. Provides data and budget status updates to Assoc AD to ensure fiscal targets are met.

• Performs additional duties and projects as assigned by the Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Development.

• Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) regulations in the performance of job duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 7 years of Experience in student-related programs or services, career or professional development, or recruiting.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of NCAA and SEC rules and regulations relating to recruitment efforts and programdevelopment.

• Knowledge of basic math, communication skills, computer knowledge, and event coordination.

• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

• Ability to speak before an audience.

• Ability to plan, organize, and execute events.

• Ability to take initiative, and prioritize in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment in a timely and professional manner.

• Demonstrate a commitment to building and maintaining strong and trusting relationships with various constituents including student-athletes, colleagues, and university administrators.

Minimum Technology Skills Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range $64,100-$115,400 Job Category Athletics Support Working Hours if Non-Traditional City position is located in: Auburn State position is located: Alabama List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position Posting Date 06/27/2024 Closing Date EEO Statement

Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link for Internal Postings https://www.auemployment.com/postings/46365

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.

• LinkedIn

• AcademicKeys

• The Chronicle of Higher Education

• DiversityJobs

• HigherEdJobs

• HERC (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)

• Indeed

• RecruitMilitary

• The Tuskegee News

• Professional organization or journal

• Veterans Assistance Services

• Disability Assistance Services

• State Employment Service

• Social Media

• AU Job Bulletin

• Notified by an Auburn employee

• College or university Career Services

• I went to the AU Employment Website directly (www.auemployment.com)

• Other

• Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University:

• Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period

• Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee outside of probationary period

• Current part-time Auburn or AUM employee

• Not an Auburn or AUM employee

• Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution?

• Yes

• No

• Will obtain within 6 months

• Do you have 7 years of experience in student-related programs or services, career or professional development, or recruiting?

• Yes

• No