Assistant Director, Student-Athlete Career Development

Tampa, FL, United States

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• Job Identification 42826
  
• Job Category Athletics
  
• Posting Date 03/02/2026, 05:00 AM
  
• Apply Before 03/16/2026, 04:00 AM
  
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
  
• Locations 4202 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33620, US
  
• Essential Personnel No
  

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Assistant Director, Student-Athlete Career Development

Tampa, FL, United States

Be the First to Apply

• Job Identification 42826
  
• Job Category Athletics
  
• Posting Date 03/02/2026, 05:00 AM
  
• Apply Before 03/16/2026, 04:00 AM
  
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
  
• Locations 4202 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33620, US
  
• Essential Personnel No
  

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Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting directly to the Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Enhancement, this position advances the successful athletic-to-career transition of student-athletes by delivering targeted programming, individualized advising, and employer engagement initiatives. The role emphasizes holistic student-athlete development through the cultivation and maintenance of strong internal and external partnerships, including Tampa Bay professionals and USF alumni.

Responsibilities

Career Development Oversight

• Provide individualized and cohort-based career advising to student-athletes, including career exploration, résumé and cover letter development, LinkedIn optimization, interview preparation, and job search strategies.
• Assist student-athletes in identifying career interests and translating athletic and leadership experiences into marketable professional competencies.
• Develop and deliver workshops and programming focused on career readiness, workplace professionalism, networking, negotiation, and life skills.
• Support and collaborate with the Selmon Mentoring Institute to align career development initiatives with mentoring programming.

Programming & Event Coordination

• Plan, coordinate, and implement career development programming tailored to the unique schedules and competitive demands of student-athletes.
• Organize and execute career-related events, including career fairs, networking opportunities, mock interviews, internship preparation sessions, and senior transition programming.

Employer, Alumni & Community Engagement

• Develop and maintain relationships with employers, alumni, and industry professionals to expand job shadowing, mentorship, internship, and employment opportunities for student-athletes.
• Serve as the primary liaison to the USF Career and Professional Development (CCPD) office to align resources and opportunities.

Assessment, Documentation & Reporting

• Track and maintain data related to student-athlete internships, employment opportunities, and post-graduate placement outcomes.
• Assist in the design, development, and promotion of the unit’s annual report and other impact documentation.

International Student-Athlete Advisor

• Provide individualized advising and support to international student-athletes.
• Oversee and support the International Student-Athlete Club (iSAC).
• Serve as primary liaison to the USF Office of International Services to ensure compliance and appropriate support structures.

Professional Development & Innovation

• Actively pursue ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend innovative best practices to ensure programming remains current, effective, and aligned with industry standards.
• Secure appropriate approvals and implement new initiatives when warranted.
• Continuously assess and enhance programming while maintaining alignment with unit goals and strategic priorities.
• Effectively communicate new concepts, ideas, and recommendations to staff and supervisor.

Additional Areas of Student-Athlete Enhancement

• Serve as unit liaison for assigned sport teams.
• Assist with and promote recruiting efforts with sport teams and coaches as appropriate.
• Support additional areas of Student-Athlete Enhancement programming outside of primary oversight when needed to ensure operational efficiency across the unit.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with at least one (1) year of experience in a student affairs or student personnel position; or
• Master’s degree in Higher Education, College Student Personnel, Sports Recreation Administration, or related field.
• Work experience may not substitute for the Bachelor’s degree requirement.
• Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree.
  • Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill...) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
  • SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
  • A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
  • (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
  • (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
  • (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
  • (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
  • (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
  • Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
  • Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Higher Education, College Student Personnel, or related field.
• Direct experience working in intercollegiate athletics and student-athlete services.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and constituent groups (student-athletes, faculty, administrators, alumni, community members).
• Experience with program development and oversight.
• Experience working within a collaborative team environment.
• Experience developing and facilitating training programs.
• Experience with event planning and coordination.

About Us

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF 

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: 

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.  This job description does not constitute an employment contract.  

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