Assistant Athletic Director

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Position Number

007553

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Position Number

007553

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Functional Title

Assistant Athletic Director

Position Type

Staff

Position Eclass

EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning

University Information

UNC Greensboro, located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher research activity and community engagement. Founded in 1891 and one of the original three UNC System institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most diverse universities in the state with 20,000+ students, and 3,000+ faculty and staff members representing 90+ nationalities. With 17 Division I athletic teams, 85 undergraduate degrees in over 125 areas of study, as well as 74 master’s and 32 doctoral programs, UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for academic excellence and value, with noted strengths in health and wellness, visual and performing arts, nursing, education, and more. For additional information, please visit uncg.edu and follow UNCG on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

Our purpose continues to be discovering and developing champions in life. We strive to foster a culture of integrity and excellence across our 17 programs, offering the highest quality experience for student-athletes.We are committed to academic and athletic excellence. We expect to win championships. We expect to honor students for their academic achievements. We will continue to work every day to make this community proud and ensure that the Spartans are in fact Greensboro’s hometown team. We will embrace a culture that is clear and consistent in its priorities.

Position Summary

The Assistant AD is responsible for the management of all duties associated with Student-Athlete Support Services (SASS) for the Department of Athletics. This individual will oversee the academic mentoring of all student-athletes, including those at-risk, through SASS. This individual will work closely with academic departments and advisors and the Academic Achievement Center to ensure that student-athletes comply with University, Southern Conference and NCAA academic policies, as well as maintaining academic progress toward degree. The Assistant AD will need to demonstrate an ability to supervise and maintain a staff of qualified professionals in the areas within SASS. The Assistant AD is responsible for creating a comprehensive student-athlete development program, as well as assisting with the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. This individual will work closely with the Athletics Compliance Office, SASS staff members and the Certifying Officer housed in the Registrar’s Office in order to ensure University, Southern Conference and NCAA academic eligibility is met for all student-athletes and that progress towards graduation is achieved. This will include oversight of the Academic Progress Rate (APR).The Assistant AD is actively involved in relationships with numerous departments on campus. This individual will be directly involved departments such as: the Registrar’s Office, Students First Office, the Office of Accessibility Resources and Services (OARS), International Programs, Counseling Center and Student Affairs/Dean of Students. External relationships will exist with the NCAA and institutions within the Southern Conference, as well as those in the State of North Carolina. The Assistant AD has a dual report to the Executive Associate AD/SWA and Associate Vice Provost of Student Success/Dean of Undergraduate Studies and is a member of the Department of Athletics Spartan Council. In addition, the position serves on the Department of Athletics Mental Health Support Team.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations and at least three years of related experience.

Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree. Preferred experience with Banner and Degree Works. Preferred skills of taking initiative, multi-tasking, being organized with attention to detail and having excellent/effective communication skills, with managerial experience. Requires evening and weekend assignments.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Recruitment Range

Commensurate with experience

Org #-Department

Intercollegiate Athletics - 85001

Job Open Date

09/29/2023

For Best Consideration Date

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

FTE

1.000

Type of Appointment

Permanent

If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.

Number of Months per Year

12

FLSA

Exempt

Key Responsibilities

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Percentage Of Time

70%

Key Responsibility

Manage all duties associated with Spartan Academic Support Services for the Department of Athletics.

Essential Tasks

This individual will oversee the academic mentoring all student-athletes, including those at-risk, through SASS. This individual will work closely with academic departments and advisors and the Academic Achievement Center to ensure that student- athletes comply with University, Southern Conference and NCAA academic policies, as well as maintaining academic progress toward degree.

Percentage Of Time

10

Key Responsibility

Supervise of staff

Essential Tasks

The Assistant AD will oversee the Assistant Director/Learning Specialist, the Academic Coach/Student-Athlete Development Coordinator and SASS Intern ensuring the implemented academic program is being adhered to by all staff. The Assistant AD is responsible for creating a comprehensive student- athlete development program, as well as serving as advisor to the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee.

Percentage Of Time

10

Key Responsibility

Student Development/Liaison University Departments

Essential Tasks

The Assistant AD is responsible for creating a comprehensive student-athlete development program, as well as assisting the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee.

Percentage Of Time

10

Key Responsibility

Liaison University Departments

Essential Tasks

The Assistant AD is actively involved in relationships with numerous departments on campus. This individual will be directly involved departments such as: the Registrar’s Office, Students First Office, the Office of Accessibility Resources and Services (OARS), International Programs, Counseling Center and Student Affairs/Dean of Students. External relationships will exist with the NCAA and institutions within the Southern Conference, as well as those in the State of North Carolina.

ADA Checklist

ADA Checklist

R for Rare (0-30%), O for Occasional (30-60%), F for Frequent (60-90%), C for Constant (90-100%).

Physical Effort

Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions, Hand Movement-Grasping, Holding, Finger Dexterity, Reading, Writing, Hearing, Talking, Standing, Sitting

Work Environment

Driving - Car/Truck, Inside, Outside

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume/CV 2. Cover Letter 3. List of References Optional Documents 1. Reference Letter 1 2. Reference Letter 2 3. Reference Letter 3 4. Link to Professional Portfolio 5. Writing Sample(s) 6. Other Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship?

(Open Ended Question)

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