University of Oklahoma
Senior Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Development
Norman, OK
Reports to Deputy Athletics Director, Student-Athlete Experience
Basic functions: Building upon OU Athletics’ long held tradition of holistically developing student-athletes, this position is responsible for the curation and administrative oversight of a comprehensive program aimed at ensuring OU student-athletes are well equipped for life beyond intercollegiate competition. This includes but is not limited to specific area oversight of student-athlete experience, development, wellbeing, conduct, and accountability. The role partners with the Deputy AD for Student-Athlete Experience on a variety of department functions and areas all aimed at best positioning the student-athlete experience for success.
Essential Functions:
Oversee a first-class student-athlete development program that includes, but is not limited to, leadership development, internship and study abroad opportunities, personal growth, community engagement, and more
Foster and manage campus and community relations and partnerships for student-athlete development, acting as primary point of contact for all collaborations
Support Deputy AD in carrying out departmental directives for all things student-athlete development which includes working closely with other areas that impact the student-athlete experience such as: academics services, sports medicine, psychological services, nutrition, sports science and strength and conditioning, sports administration, and athletics housing
Maintain expertise and awareness of the changing landscape of college athletics, creating innovative solutions and answers for today’s and tomorrow’s challenges that impact the student-athlete’s experience and wellbeing
Establish and monitor benchmarks for tracking student-athlete wellness and development, and report results to executive leadership with suggested remediation and solutions, as appropriate
Oversee roster management, gender equity, and Title IX compliance and strategize ways to support and manage this area while ensuring the department stays within compliance
Serve as administrator of sports programs as assigned by the Director of Athletics
Serve as collaborative liaison to all areas of oversight within the department and across campus, acting as the primary point of contact for student-athlete, coach, and sports program success efforts
Manage special projects as assigned by the Deputy AD for Student-Athlete Experience and Director of Athletics
Assist with other duties as necessary and assigned
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree
5-7 years of similar and progressive experience
Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
Comply with NCAA and Conference rules and regulations
Passion for the mission and values of OU Athletics
Skills:
Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication
Strong analytical and strategic planning skills
Detail oriented for accuracy of date and information
Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines
Strong organizational, participation and facilitation skills
Ability to understand new issues quickly and make informed decisions
Ability to lead/manage people
Ability to work independently
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree
Previous experience in intercollegiate athletics
Diversity Statement:
The University of Oklahoma is committed to achieving a diverse, equitable, and inclusive university community by embracing each person’s unique contributions, background, and perspectives. The University recognizes that fostering an inclusive environment for all, with particular attention to the needs of historically marginalized populations, is vital to the pursuit of excellence in all aspects of our institutional mission. This enhances the OU experience for all students, faculty and staff, and for the communities that we engage.
TurnkeyZRG’S Commitment:
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