Director of Sports Psychology

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Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Director of Sports Psychology

Department

Athletics-0850

Requisition Number

S_240098

Posting Open Date

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Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Director of Sports Psychology

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Department

Athletics-0850

Requisition Number

S_240098

Posting Open Date

02/16/2024

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

03/01/2024

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Description of Work

Responsibilities include overseeing the Athletic Department’s sports psychology and mental health services; providing sports psychology and mental health psychology services, drug and alcohol counseling, mental health assessments and education to student-athletes and sports programs; provide mental skills and performance training; and supervising the Athletic Psychologists. Must be able to work some evenings and weekends depending on students athletes needs and schedules. The selected candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

Minimum Required Qualifications

PhD or PsyD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology plus a minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a licensed psychologist. Currently certified or on track for certification as a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (

CMPC

). Either currently licensed or license-eligible as a Psychologist in the state of Nebraska

Preferred Qualifications

A preferred candidate will have experience and training in one or more of the following: performance psychology assessments and evaluations; dual training in Kinesiology and Counseling/Clinical psychology. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience embedded within a

NCAA

Division I Athletic Department or professional sports organization providing mental health and sports performance services to athletes in individual and team environments.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

No

Physical Required

No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Yes

Posted Salary

Negotiable based on qualifications and experience

How to Apply

Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or

PDF

format.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

Marquita Armstead

marmstead@huskers.com

402-472-3011

Job Category (old)

Managerial/Professional

Job Type

Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)

Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

No

If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date

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Required Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. List of References Optional Documents

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