Director of Student-Athlete Success

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501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA 16546

814-824-2000
800-825-1926
mercyhurst.edu

501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA 16546

814-824-2000
800-825-1926
mercyhurst.edu

Director of Student-Athlete Success

Location: Erie
Department: Athletic Administration
Reports To: Associate Director of Athletics
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Closes: Open until filled

POSITION SUMMARY

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The Director of Student-Athlete Success works cooperatively with athletic department staff,
coaches, and student-athletes to resolve and monitor academic-related issues.
The position requires comprehensive knowledge about the institution, and a work history of
adherence to, all NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and regulations.
Involves organizing and implementing academic programs that contribute to the educational and
personal growth of supervised student-athletes.
Serve as sport administrator for assigned athletic teams.
Responsible for publicity efforts for assigned teams including writing game and season previews
as well as game summaries, along with social media management for team accounts across a
variety of platforms.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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Assist with continuing student-athlete eligibility certification as assigned.
Assist with coordinating and executing beginning-of-the-year student-athlete eligibility and
academic success meetings.
Assist and monitor the NCAA Eligibility Center to ensure academic and amateurism for incoming
student athletes.

• Monitor student-athlete full-time enrollment status.
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• Develop and oversee study halls and other aspects of student-athlete academic support.

Promote and provide resources for student-athlete academic success.

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Establish and maintain relationships between the athletic department and the University
academic community which includes but not limited to faculty members, academic advising
units, student affairs, Registrar’s Office, Admissions Office, orientation, student learning services,
testing, and other campus resources.
Assist in the preparation of the APR, GSR and other NCAA reports applicable to student-athlete
success.
Assist with research and preparation of NCAA and club sport governing body waivers as deemed
applicable.
Assist with other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred).
Strong administrative and organizational skills.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Leadership skills with energy, insight, enthusiasm, and strong work ethic.

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• Well-versed in Division I NCAA legislation and academic requirements for eligibility.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

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Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Ability to effectively communicate both
within and outside the College including, but not limited to, student-athletes, parents, recruits,
and coaches.
Ability to work as a support individual within a group setting.
Ability to provide effective leadership to student-athletes to encourage both successful academic
development and competitive performance.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled or until date
indicated above. Send cover letter, resume and 3 work-related references to:

Human Resources
Mercyhurst University
501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA 16546
hrinfo@mercyhurst.edu

Mercyhurst University values diversity and is committed to the goal of achieving equal opportunity for
all. For that reason, Mercyhurst abides by federal, state, and local law in admissions, employment and
all services and programs provided.

Mercyhurst does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, citizenship status,
ancestry, national or ethnic origin, age, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
physical or mental disability, military or veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic or
because of any individual’s legally protected activities.

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students and applicants for educational programs and activities.

Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States.