Job Description:

Senior Associate Athletic Director, Student Life

Initiated in 1995, the mission of the Cathy & John Pelusi Family Life Skills Program is to prepare student-athletes for success while in college and for life after college. The Senior Associate Athletic Director, Student Life oversees the student-athlete development and life skills program by providing student-athletes the opportunity to prepare for success academically, athletically and in their personal growth and development.

Required Qualifications: Master’s degree. 7 years’ experience performing student-athlete development related work.

Preferred Qualifications: 10+ years performing student-athlete development related work including experience leading and managing a unit of student-athlete development professionals at the Division 1 level of college athletics. Experience overseeing and/or developing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging programming for student-athletes and staff.

An equivalent combination of work experience and high-level playing experience may be substituted at the discretion of the University.

Job Summary

Implements and conducts a life skills program for student-athletes aimed at enhancing the total development of individuals. Leads team and collaborates to enhance efforts. Develops and implements strategic planning, short- and long-term departmental goals, and new programs. Evaluates success and increases effectiveness of programs.

Essential Functions

Implement and conduct a developmental life skills program for student athletes aimed to enhance individuals in all aspects of student-athlete development. Develop and/or enhance programs focused on the key commitment areas of the Cathy and John Pelusi Family Life Skills Program.

Physical Effort

Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Senior Associate Athletics Director - Student Life

Job Family: Athletics

Job Sub Family: Student Athlete Services

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 7

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: Varies

Work Arrangement: Varies

Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation_Offered: Yes

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents: Not Applicable

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