Job Information
Drake University Assistant Director, Student-Athlete Development - Athletics Department - 998290 in Des Moines, Iowa
Title: Assistant Director, Student-Athlete Development - Athletics Department - 998290
Position Number: 998290
Unit/Department: General Athletics
FTE: Full-time
Department Summary:
Drake University's Athletics Department competes in the Missouri Valley Conference at the NCAA Division I level. Bulldog student-athletes thrive in the classroom and their respective field of play. Drake Athletics sport programs are considered Des Moines’ Hometown Team.
The department culture is predicated on a common value statement known as The Bulldog Way written by coaches, staff, and student-athletes. This intentional commitment to a championship culture is led by integrity, excellence, wanting the best for and best from one another, and aspiring to greatness provides a foundation for student-athletes, coaches, and athletics staff to study, work, and play.
Job Summary:
The athletics department at Drake University is currently seeking applicants for an Assistant Director for Student-Athlete Development to provide support for the academic and personal development of all student-athletes.
This position reports directly to the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Excellence.
All of the essential job duties assigned to his position require an understanding of and compliance with the rules of the NCAA, the Missouri Valley Conference, and Drake University.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Baccalaureate Degree – knowledge of specialized principles or techniques normally obtained through a four-year college/university academic program or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program directly related to the type of work being performed
• 2 years of experience in the field; OR any equivalent combination of education and experiences where comparable skills have been acquired
• The ability to work nights, weekends, and travel periodically
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master’s degree
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in guiding student-athletes in their academic pursuits, monitoring progress toward degree and continuing eligibility, and program coordination
Job Duties:
45% - Manage academic support and continuing eligibility of student-athletes on designated teams in consultation with the Senior Associate Athletics Director. - (Essential)
30% - Design and implement Bulldog Way Life Skills programming. - (Essential)
15% - Prepare and distribute communications to athletics staff and other partners, as assigned. - (Essential)
5% - Co-advise the Student-Athlete Advisory Council. - (Essential)
5% - Refer student-athletes to campus resources, and perform other duties, as assigned. - (Essential)
Salary & Benefits
The salary for this position is competitive with peer schools and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.
At Drake, we are proud to offer our employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a wide range of core benefits, perks, and discounts. If you are exploring a job with Drake University, we invite you to spend a little time with our digital benefits guide: Drake Benefits Guide (Plan Year 2024) (https://www.drake.edu/hr/benefitsoverview/) .
One of our very popular policies provides a tuition waiver for Drake employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents. Drake also participates in two tuition exchange programs available to dependent children. You can learn about both the tuition waiver policy and tuition exchange programs here: Tuition Benefits (https://www.drake.edu/hr/benefitsoverview/tuitionbenefits/) .
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applicants are asked to complete the online application and attach a resume and cover letter.
All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check, satisfactory reference checks, and proof of work authorization.
Questions about the application process, working at Drake, reasonable accommodations, benefits, or additional information about Drake or Des Moines, Iowa may be directed to Drake Human Resources at jobs@drake.edu .
Review of Applications Begins:
A review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain open until filled.