Assistant Director of Student Athlete Development

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to nearly 48,000 students, about 11,000 faculty and staff and 332,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, eight straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 athletic conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion.

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Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors > http://bit.ly/UCEMPL

 

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to nearly 48,000 students, about 11,000 faculty and staff and 332,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, eight straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 athletic conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion.

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About the Department

The University of Cincinnati Department of Athletics competes at the highest level of intercollegiate athletics with the vision to reach Next Level Success for all 18 varsity teams and more than 500 student-athletes. The Bearcats have a proud athletics history, winning eight national championships and 117 conference titles. The Cincinnati men's basketball team is among the 15 winningest programs all-time, while the football team became the first American Athletic Conference program to compete in the College Football Playoff in 2021. Olympic gold medalist volleyball player Jordan Thompson, NBA Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson and Major League Baseball legend Sandy Koufax are among the several luminaries who have competed as Bearcats. 

 

UC student-athletes collectively posted a 3.4 overall GPA in the spring of 2023, resulting in 11 consecutive semesters of a 3.3 department GPA or higher.
 
Under the leadership of Director of Athletics John Cunningham, and supported by more than 150 full-time staff members, UC Athletics' mission is to connect our community, enhance our University and impact the lives of student-athletes as they prepare to change the world on and off the field. 

 

For more information visit https://gobearcats.com/index.aspx.

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati (UC), Department of Athletics seeks applications for an Assistant Director of Student Athlete Development to work in the Student Athlete Development Academy. This is a full-time position, salaried, with a comprehensive benefits package.

 

Reporting to the Associate AD for Career Advancement and Leadership, the successful candidate will be expected to lead and support the programs and events offered through the Student-Athlete Development Academy, including Career Exploration, Personal Development, Leadership, and Community Engagement. The strengths and experience of the individual in this position will determine specific job responsibilities.

 

Through targeted programming Personal Development helps student-athletes maximize their personal potential. We aid student-athletes in their transition into higher education, equip them with the skills necessary to meet challenges they may face, and prepare them for life after graduation. Duties include:

 

Program Development: Design, implement, and oversee comprehensive personal development programs that address the unique needs of student-athletes, encompassing areas such as leadership, mental health, transition, life skills, and personal wellness.

Workshops and Seminars: Organize and facilitate workshops, seminars, and guest speaker sessions that cover a wide range of topics, including time management, communication, financial literacy, diversity and inclusion, and emotional well-being.

Collaboration: Collaborate with academic counselors, coaches, and other campus departments to ensure a cohesive and integrated support system for student-athletes, fostering their overall development.

Data Analysis: Collect and analyze data related to student-athlete progress, program effectiveness, and areas for improvement. Use data-driven insights to refine and enhance personal development initiatives.

Partnerships: Develop and maintain relationships with external organizations, businesses, and alumni to provide student-athletes with opportunities for internships, mentorships, and professional networking.

Essential Functions

• Develop and manage projects/programs; establish and carry out related goals and objectives.
• Coordinate operational activities.
• Monitor and evaluate progress of projects/programs.
• Act as liaison with appropriate parties, internal and/or external to the University; participate in project development discussions.
• Edit and write reports.
• May develop/edit and publish technical publications, promotional materials, etc.
• May develop and manage associated budget(s).
• May provide direct supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree
• Seven (7) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement

Required Experience

Three (3) years of experience in coordinating projects and/or programs. May require at least one (1) year of supervision.

Application Process Information

Interested and qualified applicants must apply online and include a cover letter of interest and a current CV/Resume. All certifications and other documentation can be uploaded using the Additional Documents section in the application. Applications without a cover letter and CV/Resume will not be considered for the position.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

 

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

 

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html.

 

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

 

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.

 

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