Associate Athletic Director - Academic Success

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EWU expands opportunities for personal transformation through excellence in learning. | | About Eastern Washington University |
Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. EWU’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a ’24-’25 College of Distinction (CoD).

Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2024.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement
Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place—the knowledge that comes from the land. | | Diversity Statement |
EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws. | | Conditions of Employment |
- Attendance at EWU athletic contests and/or special events may be required some nights or on weekends. - This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment. - All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs. - All new faculty and staff are required to complete DEI/Title IX/Hazing Training for employees. This should be completed as soon as possible, but no later than the first few weeks of your hire. You can access the online training here or complete the training in person or via Zoom. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on InsideEWU and are listed on Human Resources’ site https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/tra.... - This is an Administrative Exempt position and is covered by EWU Policy 406- 01, Exempt Em... - Note: Interviews might be conducted via Zoom (camera must be enabled). If so, candidates must be able to demonstrate competence using Zoom and other technologies. | | Physical Demands |
Contact Michael Brown in Human Resources at mbrown163@ewu.edu to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis which will describe conditions of employment, such as physical demands. | | Pre-Placement Physical | No | | Hearing Test | No | | Medical Monitoring Post Hire | No | | Protective Equipment |
University, local, regional and state mandates for public and personal protection should be followed as needed. | | Required Qualifications |
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, or a related field - Three (3) years full-time professional experience working in student-athlete academic services or commensurate experience within intercollegiate athletics - Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communications and working in a collaborative environment - Knowledge of FERPA and NCAA rules and regulations governing student-athletes’ academic performance - Demonstrated interest, ability and/or experience promoting cultural competency, universal accessibility, and/or diversity. | | Preferred Qualifications |
- Master’s degree in Education, Counseling, Sport Administration, or a related field - One (1) or more years of supervisory experience - Work experience in Division I athletic department

| | Other Skills and Abilities | | | Work Schedule Type | Regular | | Work Schedule |
- Monday – Friday , 8:00 – 5:00 p.m. - Attendance at EWU athletic contests and/or special events may be required and require night or week-end attendance. | | Posting Date | 10/25/2024 | | Open Until Further Notice | No | | Closing Date | 10/31/2024 | | Screening to Begin | Immediately | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting before you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.

Required documentation includes all of the items listed below.

1. Attach a detailed cover letter in which you explain how you meet each of the required qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable]. It is preferred that you provide that information in a bulleted list or within a table within your cover letter.

2. Attach a chronological resume including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position. List at least 3 professional references including: names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you (these can be identical to the references listed on the application).

3. Complete the online application form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.

4. Diversity Response – As an equal opportunity employer with a multicultural staff and student population, we are interested in how your qualifications prepare you to work with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations representing various cultures and backgrounds that may be different from your own. You will be asked to attach a diversity response as part of the online application process: Please describe how you will apply an approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public. | | Application Types Accepted | |

Job Duties

| % of Time | 35 | | Responsibility / Duty |
Plans, develops, and oversees the implementation of student services, programs and activities supporting student-athlete academic success, retention and graduation. Programs may include academic enhancement, community engagement, career development and personal development. | | Essential Function Indicator | Yes |

| % of Time | 25 | | Responsibility / Duty |
Manage and supervise academic counseling staff in the Athletics Department, including organizing staff roles and responsibilities and making team assignments. Supervision includes hiring, training, setting unit and individual performance goals, completing annual performance reviews and other performance management duties, coaching, and day-to-day supervision. | | Essential Function Indicator | Yes |

| % of Time | 10 | | Responsibility / Duty |
Build relationships with faculty, deans, associate deans, and college program counselors to advance academic support for student-athletes both generally and specifically; serve as liaison between faculty members and coaching staff for all academic issues. Collaborate with University student support offices to effectively utilize University resources for student-athletes. | | Essential Function Indicator | Yes |

| % of Time | 10 | | Responsibility / Duty |
Assists coaches in establishing and conducting sport-specific study programs and supervised study sessions for their respective athletes. Communicates with coaches and tracks the academic progress of student-athletes for NCAA eligibility and degree progress. Assists with on-campus recruitment visits of prospective student-athletes. | | Essential Function Indicator | Yes |

| % of Time | 5 | | Responsibility / Duty |
Assesses and implements developmental, mentoring and tutoring programs for at-risk student-athletes. | | Essential Function Indicator | Yes |

| % of Time | 5 | | Responsibility / Duty |
Responsible for implementation of a monitoring and reporting program for assessing student-athlete course progress and performance. | | Essential Function Indicator | Yes |

| % of Time | 5 | | Responsibility / Duty |
Assists Athletics Compliance with transfer and continuing eligibility status for compliance with NCAA, Big Sky Conference and Eastern Washington University academic standards. Assists with NCAA and Big Sky Conference reporting requirements. | | Essential Function Indicator | Yes |

| % of Time | 5 | | Responsibility / Duty |
Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor. | | Essential Function Indicator | Yes |

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Diversity Response Optional Documents 1. DD214 Form 2. Other Document #1 3. Other Document #2

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