Student-Athlete Development Coordinator - Athletics

Student-Athlete Development Coordinator - Athletics 30668 

Description

The Department of Athletics at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Student-Athlete Development Coordinator.

About the Opportunity

This position will organize and implement the Student-Athlete Development programming for student-athletes (500).  Programming will include not only group but individual and team specific as well.  

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week 
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)

Student-Athlete Development Coordinator - Athletics 30668 

Description

The Department of Athletics at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Student-Athlete Development Coordinator.

About the Opportunity

This position will organize and implement the Student-Athlete Development programming for student-athletes (500).  Programming will include not only group but individual and team specific as well.  

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week 
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)
• 18 sick days per year (for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.
• Wellness programs

What You'll Do

• Coordinate and facilitate programming for incoming and continuing student-athletes to include:

  • NCAA Recommended Programs and Curriculum
  • Career Services
  • Personal Health and Well Being
  • Financial Management
  • Leadership
  • Domestic Violence Prevention
  • Sexual Responsibility Initiatives
  • Personal Development
  • Brand Development
  • Women’s Professional Development Program (RISE)
  • Civic Engagement Programming in conjunction with Big 12 Conference requirements
  • Collaborate with Director of Learning Support Services on Summer/Winter Bridge planning

• Coordinate and Facilitate the Student-Athlete Advisory Council (SAAC) initiatives including, but not limited to:

  • SAAC Structure, Bylaws, and Meetings
  • Serve as Primary Administrator for SAAC Communication 
  • Maintain and Update records for Big 12 Cup events
  • Attend all Big 12 Student-Athlete Development/SAAC advisory meetings and serve as a liaison to the conference office in this area
  • Event Planning
  • Blue and Golden Globes (End of Year Athletics/Academic Banquet for 500 student-athletes, coaches, and administrators
  • NIL Events (as requested by Gold and Blue Enterprises)
  • SAAC Holiday Party
  • Relaxation Week (Fall and Spring semesters)

• Coordinate and Manage Community Outreach Programs to include:

  • Coordinate Community Service Opportunities
  • Support Team Specific Outreach Efforts 
  • Manage and update Helper Helper account
  • Tracking of Outreach Achievements for Teams and Student-Athletes via Helper 
  • Managing and Tracking #OneTeam competition

• Meet with prospective student-athletes during official and unofficial visits when applicable.

• Maintain communications with the athletic compliance office regarding legislation and interpretation of rules and regulations related to applicable legislation governing life skill programming and related activities

• Maintain professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional organizations.

• Participate in campus committees and state and regional professional organizations. Maintain professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional organizations.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Deputy Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Services and Performance.  

• Report directly to the Deputy Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Services and Performance; work closely with senior athletic administrative staff and with all others involved with carrying out the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletic program.

• Maintain knowledge of and comply with all rules, regulations, policies, and guidelines of West Virginia University, the Big 12 Conference, and the NCAA.

• Participate in the shared responsibility in maintaining the academic integrity essential for the University to accomplish its mission; adhere to the University’s policies and guidelines regarding academic integrity and dishonesty.

• Exhibit a level of expertise in their professional fields; must also treat the academic requirements necessary for progress toward a degree as a matter of the highest priority for the student-athletes in their charge and must actively encourage them to succeed academically and graduate.

• Represent the University on the highest professional level with dignity, integrity, strength of character and will exhibit ethical behavior; must respect the rights and dignity of individuals with sensitivity to problems that may arise from racial, ethnic, and sexual orientation differences.

• Demonstrate a cooperative attitude towards all sports within the intercollegiate athletic program.

• Possess the ability to adapt to any situation, make decisions and work independently; position must have the ability to build and maintain relationships with student-athletes, coaches, staff members, and constituencies; required to use creative abilities to develop new techniques and approaches in dealing with many issues controlled by this position; responsibilities of the position are ever-changing and require constant education; requires the ability to adapt to any situation and make decisions.

• Adhere to all FERPA/HIPPA guidelines and manage sensitive and confidential information related to student-athletes, coaches, and staff utilizing discretion and appropriate decision-making logic.

• Manage professional and personal time to handle time sensitive issues, tight deadlines, extended hours beyond the normal workday, weekend work, and on-call availability.

• Faithfully and diligently execute related duties of the department, as requested, or assigned by the Executive Senior Associate Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Services and Wellness

Qualifications

  - Bachelor’s Degree - A minimum of one (1) year of experience in Student-Athlete Development (GA experience is acceptable), Career Development, and/or Community Engagement. - Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered. - All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Maintain high standard of ethics and integrity related to intercollegiate athletics 
• Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics 
• Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA and conference guidelines, policies, rules and regulations with the ability to interpret, apply, enforce and explain such policies and rules 
• Maintain knowledge of state and University policies and procedures 
• Exhibit strong creative, organizational and interpersonal skills 
• Demonstrated knowledge of correct English, grammar, spelling, punctuation and sentence structure
• Demonstrated ability in public speaking skills 
• Demonstrated ability to function professionally under high stress and confrontational circumstances 
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks for extended period of time 
• Demonstrated ability to independently plan and organize work 
• Proactive attitude towards work and assignments 
• Demonstrated ability to maintain and develop personal contacts with outside groups, i.e. student-athletes, faculty, academic professionals, parents,
• University community
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community 
• Demonstrated knowledge of record keeping and adherence to schedule 
• Ability to stay abreast of information impacting the affected area 
• Demonstrated ability to organize and motivate groups and individuals 
• Ability to maintain proper unit attendance and punctuality standards, work extended hours including nights and weekends (often with extensive walking and standing)
• Demonstrated knowledge of effected areas of involvement 
• Demonstrated ability to manage personnel 
• Ability to make administrative / procedural decisions and judgments 
• Knowledge of higher education system and of counseling and advising techniques
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with students individually and in groups 
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate high school and college transcripts for NCAA eligibility and degree major requirements 
• Ability to accurately plan program of study and advise students on progress towards their degree
• Demonstrated knowledge of Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) guidelines and regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree

About WVU 

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.  

Job Posting

: Nov 10, 2026

Posting Classification: Non-Classified

Exemption Status: Exempt

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Schedule

: Full-time

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