Student Athlete Development Intern

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Summary:

Under the guidance of the Director of Student-Athlete Development, the Student-Athlete Development Intern will assist with all aspects of the student-athlete development program. Working closely with the Director of Student-Athlete Development, the Student-Athlete Development Coordinator and Student-Athlete Support Services Staff, the Student-Athlete Development Intern will assist in the development and daily operations related to student-athlete career development, leadership development, community engagement, and personal development. This position requires some evening and weekend hours.

Student-Athlete Development/Event Planning

Assist in the daily operations related to student-athlete career development, leadership development, community engagement, personal development, and the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)
Assist with programming related to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion including the Black Athlete Sister Circle, MENtality Matters, DEI Committee, and SAAC Diversity Week.
The individual will collaborate with different parts of the VCU Athletic Department and Campus departments including; VCU Student-Athlete Support Services, VCU Athletics Compliance, VCU Career Center, VCU Office of Multicultural Affairs
Assist the Student-Athlete Development Staff with the Rodney Awards Banquet, Student-Athlete Kick-Off, It’s on Us Campaign, Academic Achievement Celebrations, Student-Athlete Graduation, and other events as assigned.
Administrative Duties

Provide administrative support for the VCU Student-Athlete Development office and the office of Student-Athlete Support Services
Assist with marketing content for VCU SASS and its social media outlets, community outreach programs, Student-Athlete Committee (SAAC), and RAMS Leadership Academy
Assist in the tracking of attendance at programming and community engagement events.
Oversee Student-Athlete of the Month process and nominations
Update all bulletin boards in computer lab and hallways as needed
Observe FERPA policies without appearing unhelpful and referring student-athletes to appropriate resources in a way that encourages them to follow through..

Summary:

Under the guidance of the Director of Student-Athlete Development, the Student-Athlete Development Intern will assist with all aspects of the student-athlete development program. Working closely with the Director of Student-Athlete Development, the Student-Athlete Development Coordinator and Student-Athlete Support Services Staff, the Student-Athlete Development Intern will assist in the development and daily operations related to student-athlete career development, leadership development, community engagement, and personal development. This position requires some evening and weekend hours.

Student-Athlete Development/Event Planning

Assist in the daily operations related to student-athlete career development, leadership development, community engagement, personal development, and the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)
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Assist with programming related to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion including the Black Athlete Sister Circle, MENtality Matters, DEI Committee, and SAAC Diversity Week.
The individual will collaborate with different parts of the VCU Athletic Department and Campus departments including; VCU Student-Athlete Support Services, VCU Athletics Compliance, VCU Career Center, VCU Office of Multicultural Affairs
Assist the Student-Athlete Development Staff with the Rodney Awards Banquet, Student-Athlete Kick-Off, It’s on Us Campaign, Academic Achievement Celebrations, Student-Athlete Graduation, and other events as assigned.
Administrative Duties

Provide administrative support for the VCU Student-Athlete Development office and the office of Student-Athlete Support Services
Assist with marketing content for VCU SASS and its social media outlets, community outreach programs, Student-Athlete Committee (SAAC), and RAMS Leadership Academy
Assist in the tracking of attendance at programming and community engagement events.
Oversee Student-Athlete of the Month process and nominations
Update all bulletin boards in computer lab and hallways as needed
Observe FERPA policies without appearing unhelpful and referring student-athletes to appropriate resources in a way that encourages them to follow through..
Through collaboration with the Director of Student-Athlete Development, produces an annual report, research and evaluates student athlete development programs as it relates to student-athlete development, life skills, and diversity, equity and inclusion.

Required Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree and progress towards a Master’s Degree
Experience working in Student-Athlete Support Services;
Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills;
General knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations; and
Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications:

An advanced degree or training & experience equivalent to an advanced degree;
Personal student-athlete collegiate experience;
Multilingual skills; and
Experience working with student-athletes at a large, diverse, urban, NCAA Division l university.

Job Specific Physical and Cognitive Requirements

Physical Demands and Activities:
Light lifting (<20 lbs.) - Essential
Pushing/pulling - Essential
Standing - Essential
Sitting - Essential
Repetitive motion – Essential
Walking – Essential
Reaching – Marginal
Bending – Marginal

Environmental Conditions
Extreme heat/cold – Marginal
Extreme noise – Marginal

Emotional Demands:
Fast pace - Essential
Average pace - Essential
Multiple stimuli - Essential
Frequent change - Essential
Intense customer interaction - Essential
Mental/Sensory Demands:
Memory - Essential
Reasoning - Essential
Hearing - Essential
Reading - Essential
Analyzing - Essential
Logic - Essential
Verbal communication - Essential
Written communication - Essential

Salary Range: $21.00

Position Details:

Department:
Employment Type:H1 - Hourly
Restricted Status:No
FTE:.50
Exemption Status:Non-Exempt

Contact Information:

Contact Name:Grace Blevins

Contact Email:

Contact Phone:

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