Director of Strategic Operations

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Department

Intercolleg Athletics (YIA)

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Department

Intercolleg Athletics (YIA)

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Position Title

Coordinator-Player Personnel

Job Title

Director of Strategic Operations

Appointment Type

Professional Faculty

Job Location

Corvallis

Benefits Eligible

Full-Time, benefits eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Job Summary

The Department of Athletics is seeking a Director of Strategic Operations. This is a full-time (1.0FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position.

The mission of the

OSU

Department of Athletics is to Go Build Excellent, Authentic, Visionary Student-Athletes (GO B.E.A.V.S.).

The mission of the

OSU

Department of Athletics is to provide opportunities to young people and develop leaders through a tradition of academic and athletic achievement in a progressive, inclusive environment of mutual respect.

This position will be a mentor and advocate for student athletes, primarily within the

OSU

Football Program. The Director of Strategic Operations will be the liaison to many on and off-campus resources and agencies. The individual in this position must be responsive, while maintaining competing priorities and function in an environment with a high-level of urgency, while meeting the needs of the Athletic Department and its students. The Director of Strategic Operations will report directly to the Director of Football Operations/Chief of Staff.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS

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Top 1.4% university in the world

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More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

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1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.

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2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

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7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone

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100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

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35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

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217k+ alumni worldwide

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For more interesting facts about

OSU

visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about...

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the

OSU

Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

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Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life.

OSU

pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

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Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

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Retirement savings paid by the university.

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A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

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Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at

OSU

or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

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Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

Future and current

OSU

employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at

OSU

.

Key Responsibilities

50% Student – Athlete Advocacy & Mentorship

Utilizes best practices and models to resolve conflicts and complaints on behalf of student-athletes.

Provide recommendations, advice, and consultation to the Director of FB Operations on the management of complaints, conflicts, and/or other issues and concerns that arise within the student-athlete environments.

Works with on-campus and off-campus constituents to provide resources and tools to student-athletes.

Fosters a supportive environment for students who may need assistance managing various concerns and issues.

Manages non-routine follow-up for situations based on individual circumstances.

Serves as liaison to internal and external agencies, applies use of professional judgement to situations and discerns when it is appropriate to refer students to relevant

OSU

and outside resources.

Serves as a pathway for students, connecting them with community resources and assists them with accessing needed services.

Assists students involved in the Bridge Program.

May assist in transporting students to/from off-campus resources using a University owned vehicle, which then requires them to possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record while serving in the position.

Ensures confidentiality of student-athlete information and maintains compliance with

NCAA

and

PAC

-12 rules.

Provides mentoring, leadership, and direction for student athletes.

Assists in policy creation for Football Operations and Student Academic Services

25% Community Building / Outreach / Trainings

Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with campus and community resources and establishments.

Builds relationships with

OSU

partners to ensure ongoing collaboration.

Serves as liaison with the Football and all Sport Administrators in regards to communication with the Department of Public Safety and local/state law enforcement agencies.

Works collaboratively with Public Safety to provide/schedule education and training opportunities for all student athletes, coaches and administration on police and legal related matters, relationship and situational awareness with law enforcement agencies, and safety resources.

15% Public Safety Liaison

Functions as the primary point of contact with Public Safety for all gameday and security needs.

Manages program that tracks game, practice, and other related event participants to ensure safety for students.

Monitors players’ lounge, locker-rooms, areas frequented by student athletes, and other secure areas.

Assists with travel and home event security logistics, in coordination with Public Safety, for all teams in a year-round position.

Function as the primary point of contact on all emergency action plans related to Athletics and Athletics specific facilities

10% Events/Facilities and Contract Administration

Negotiates contracts with outside agencies for security and transportation needs for teams/department.

Functions as the liaison between Athletics events and facilities staff and Public Safety for game management.

Assists in identifying and planning for risk and emergency action plans for all facilities and events.

Coordinates with the office of Risk, Emergency management and Department of Public Safety.

What You Will Need

Bachelors degree in applicable field

2 years’ experience working with, mentoring, or supporting D1 athletics

Experience with high-level conflict resolution.

Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity

Knowledge of county, state, and federal laws applicable to this role, (i.e., Oregon Administrative Rules,

FERPA

, Oregon and Benton County local laws and ordinances, Cleary Art, Title IX).

Experience with contract management or negotiations for outside services

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

What We Would Like You to Have

Law enforcement experience.

Must be highly organized and able to multitask in a stressful, fast-paced environment.

Excellent verbal presentation and communication skills.

Planning and problem-solving skills.

Supervision/leadership skills.

Ability to develop community relationships.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Some evening and weekend work required.

Periodically transport students on and off campus, which then requires that the incumbent possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record while serving in the position.

Access to confidential student information.

Pay Method

Salary

Pay Period

1st through the last day of the month

Pay Date

Last working day of the month

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range

Salary is commensurate with skills, education, training and experience

Link to Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/...

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | P08154UF | | Number of Vacancies | 1 | | Anticipated Appointment Begin Date | 07/01/2024 | | Anticipated Appointment End Date | | | Posting Date | 06/10/2024 | | Full Consideration Date | 06/17/2024 | | Closing Date | 06/19/2024 | | Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search | Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 06/17/2024. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A resume/CV; and

2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

You will also be required to answer two supplemental questions in the application process regarding your IAWP status. An Individual Associate with a Prospect (IAWP) is any person who maintains (or directs others to maintain) contact with a Prospective Student-Athlete (PSA), the PSA’s relatives or legal guardians, or coaches at any point during the PSA’s participation in Football or Basketball, and whose contact is directly or indirectly related to either the PSA’s athletic skills and abilities or the PSA’s recruitment by or enrollment in an NCAA institution. This definition includes, but is not limited to, parents, legal guardians, handlers, personal trainers, mentors and coaches. Coaches or employees at collegiate institutions may also be considered IAWPs for PSAs that they recruit. Answers to the questions must be truthful. False or misleading answers could result in termination or disqualification from eligibility for any employment at Oregon State University.

For additional information please contact: Mike McHugh at mike.mchugh@oregonstate.edu

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstat.... |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Oregon State University Athletics is committed to promoting diversity and equity in all that we do. In your experience, how have you showed a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion? Give specific examples of how you have been involved with personnel, programs or other initiatives that show a demonstrated commitment to these principles.

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Please explain if you are an IAWP for any high school PSA, two-year junior college PSA, four year college transfer PSA, or any other OSU recruit in the sports of Football or Men’s or Women’s Basketball. If yes, please explain. If no, put N/A.

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Please explain if you are an IAWP for any current OSU student-athlete in their first two years of enrollment at OSU in the sports of Football or Men’s or Women’s Basketball? If yes, please explain. If no, put N/A.

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents 1. VETERANS ONLY: Must provide proof of Veteran Status (DO NOT upload any unrelated documentation - information uploaded to this field will be removed once reviewed)

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