Assistant Director of Student-Athlete Services

East Texas A&M University • Commerce, TX

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About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Athletics and serving as a member of the athletics department’s leadership team, the Assistant Director of Student-Athlete Services is responsible for directing all student-athlete services functions, including but not limited to CAPS management, NIL, student-athlete onboarding processes, and student-athlete development initiatives. ETAMU is a fast-growing public university with a strong reputation for academic excellence, research innovation, and student success. With over 140+ degree programs, a 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and nationally ranked online and graduate programs, ETAMU is committed to transforming lives through quality education. Our employees benefit from a collaborative community, cutting-edge research opportunities, and outstanding resources.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in student-athlete-facing work experience at an NCAA Division I institution.
• Advanced knowledge of the Teamworks platform.
• Applied knowledge of NCAA Division I rules and regulations.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Other duties as assigned, may include nights, weekends, and select holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Former NCAA Division I student-athlete with experience in student-athlete development.

Responsibilities

• Manages and maintains CAPS database and ensures accurate roster management information, with real-time monitoring and timely updates of roster changes.
• Leads the university’s name, image, and likeness program.
• Develops and administers policies in conformance with federal, state, NCAA and conference guidelines.
• Creates and maintains NIL disclosure mechanisms for student-athletes.
• Serves as liaison and provides on-campus support to the university’s third-party athletics compliance vendor.
• Supports the eligibility certification process for new and continuing student-athletes.
• Assists student-athletes and head coaches with university admissions procedures.
• Supports APR and GSR reporting processes in collaboration with academic support and registrar’s office.
• Ensures implementation of programming, education, and initiatives necessary to satisfy NCAA membership attestation requirements.
• Provides support to Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) with student-athlete development initiatives and liaison with campus partners on engagement opportunities.
• Serves as athletics department liaison to multiple campus constituents.
• Serves as a member of the athletics department’s leadership team, providing strategic direction and support to department operations and policy development.
• Serves as sport administrator for designated sports, as determined by the Athletics Director.
• Represents university and athletics department at institutional, conference, and NCAA meetings, as requested.

What This Job Offers

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