Assistant Director of Athletics – People & Culture

Hiring Department

Intercollegiate Athletics

Job Description

The University of Missouri Department of Athletics is seeking a strategic and trusted advisor to support its inclusive and dynamic culture and workforce, and to pursue continuous improvement through knowledge, collaboration, and leadership. Reporting to the Associate Athletics Director for Human Resources, the Assistant Athletics Director of People and Culture will play an integral role in the overall success of the University of Missouri Athletics Department.

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Hiring Department

Intercollegiate Athletics

Job Description

The University of Missouri Department of Athletics is seeking a strategic and trusted advisor to support its inclusive and dynamic culture and workforce, and to pursue continuous improvement through knowledge, collaboration, and leadership. Reporting to the Associate Athletics Director for Human Resources, the Assistant Athletics Director of People and Culture will play an integral role in the overall success of the University of Missouri Athletics Department.

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Specific Job Responsibilities will include:

People and Culture (33%):

Championing employee relations and serving as a culture advocate for the department.

Create activities and events to promote departmental cohesion and camaraderie and leading efforts to improve employee attraction and retention.

Managing employee communication and recognition initiatives such as Employee of the Month recognitions.

Creating a weekly employee newsletter in order to inform employees of current happenings and highlight positive employee impacts.

Providing timely and consistent communication regarding key personnel topics.

Managing and coordinating work in the areas of equity, diversity, and inclusion and employee well-being.

Facilitate clear and consistent staff communications.

Professional Development (33%):

Identifying training needs, coordinating employee development programs and supporting continuous learning initiatives.

Managing current departmental professional development events, including the “Earn-your-Stripes” program.

Develop and implement new professional development initiatives to promote career progression.

Partnering with senior leadership team members to provide guidance on employe career development, succession planning, retention programs, performance management and leadership development.

Human Resources (33%):

Assisting hiring managers in departmental recruitment and staffing, including creating and maintaining job postings within budget and university staffing guidelines.

Preparation and submission of offer letters and processing of new hire paperwork.

Oversee the onboarding of new employees, ensuring a smooth transition into the organization.

Performing timely exit interviews and analyzing to identify trends.

Conducting wage comparison surveys within NCAA, SEC, and peer conferences and assisting coaches and administrators with the data.

Working with camp directors and supervisors to assure timely hiring and onboarding of part-time, student, and graduate assistant hires.

Working closely with university shared services and payroll to respond to employee requests and to resolve employee issues.

Ensuring uniform and equitable application of the organization's HR policies and procedure.

Maintaining a strong understanding of current university policies and procedures in order to provide a high level of customer service when responding to employee inquiries.

Shift

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm; Nights, Weekends, and Travel as required.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in related/ relevant area or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in NCAA Athletics.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: Salary is commensurate with education and experience

Grade: GGS-MKT

University Title: ASSISTANT ATHLETIC DIRECTOR

Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards....

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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