Assistant Athletics Director- Student-Athlete Formation and Success Program

Boston College • Newton, MA

6d • $74,450 - $93,050

About The Position

Boston College seeks an Assistant Athletics Director to plan, build, budget, and execute a holistic Student-Athlete Formation and Success Program for varsity student-athletes. The program is intended to provide a well-rounded Boston College experience and prepare student-athletes for life after sport. Its curriculum includes transitioning to life as a Boston College student-athlete, career readiness, community engagement, personal development, student formation, and leadership development. An overarching departmental goal is for 90% of graduating seniors to leave with a degree and a plan, such as a job, internship, graduate school acceptance, or professional contract.

The role oversees student-athlete award nominations and submissions, special events, and the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC); coordinates educational programming on topics including relationship violence prevention, leadership, and personal branding; collaborates on Name, Image, and Likeness programming; serves on department, university, and conference committees; and meets with prospective student-athletes as needed. The position also promotes and assesses program initiatives, analyzes participation and outcome data, and prepares an annual report. Evening and weekend availability is required as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• At least three years of professional experience in athletic administration, education, leadership development programming, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Strong organizational, administrative, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain attention to detail, and collaborate across departments.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree.
• Experience in student-athlete development, leadership programming, or student success initiatives.
• Experience as a student-athlete and/or coach at the NCAA Division I, II, or III level.
• Former NCAA Division I student-athlete experience.
• Knowledge of and experience with NCAA rules and regulations.
• Experience working in a higher education environment.
• Understanding of student formation principles and the values and educational philosophy associated with a Jesuit institution.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, budget, and execute new and existing Student-Athlete Formation and Success programming, including transition to college athletics, career readiness, personal and leadership development, student formation, empowering the student-athlete voice, and community engagement.
• Provide one-on-one advisement to student-athletes on personal, professional, and leadership development, and advise senior staff and others on student-athlete development, well-being, and success.
• Develop and implement strategies to promote student-athlete development opportunities; collect, analyze, and assess participation and program data; coordinate communications and promotional efforts; and prepare an annual report on activities, outcomes, engagement, and areas for growth.
• Plan and execute signature events, including Welcome Back Barbecue, First-Year/Mid-Year Orientation, International Student-Athlete Orientation, Graduation Reception, Golden Eagles Award Show, and community outreach initiatives.
• Coordinate education and programming on relationship violence prevention and other relevant topics.
• Lead and advise the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC).
• Oversee department, conference, and national award nominations and submissions and, when applicable, award selection and dissemination.
• Collaborate on Name, Image, and Likeness programming.
• Serve on department, university, conference, and national committees.
• Meet with prospective student-athletes as needed or requested by sport programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with applicable NCAA, conference, and institutional rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Benefits

• Tuition remission for employees.
• Tuition remission for eligible spouses and children.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Low-cost life insurance.
• Eligibility for University-Funded 401k and Employer-Sponsored 403b retirement plans.
• Paid holidays.
• Sick and vacation pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior