Associate Director, Student Athlete Development

Tulane University; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University is seeking an Associate Director for Student-Athlete Enhancement in New Orleans, LA. The role oversees the W.AVE Student-Athlete Enhancement Program with a focus on professional and career development for student-athletes.

The position co-advises SAAC and collaborates with campuses, athletic staff, and community partners to deliver workshops, mentorship, and leadership training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 1 year of student-athlete enhancement/community service experience at an NCAA Division I institution OR 7 years of student-athlete enhancement/community service experience at an NCAA Division I institution.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Office Suite and ability to learn and utilize required software (e.g., Salesforce, Canvas).

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and implementation of a comprehensive life skills program.
• Coordinate program offerings and mentor leadership development.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across the Tulane community.
• Coordinate guest speakers and events related to leadership, personal, and professional development.
• Establish metrics to evaluate program offerings and impact.
• Provide resources and programming to prepare graduating student-athletes for life after athletics.
• Oversee the W.A.V.E. Cup and staff training.
• Work with academic and career advising colleagues to support student-athlete success.

Skills

Communication

Office Suite

Salesforce

Canvas

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Salesforce

Canvas

Job description

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Job Description

The Associate Director for Student-Athlete Enhancement helps oversee the holistic personal, professional, and leadership development of Tulane University student-athletes by providing a comprehensive education through the W.AV.E. Student-Athlete Enhancement Program. This position has primary oversight of the professional and career development portion of the W.A.V.E. Student-Athlete Enhancement Program. This position builds a rapport working collaboratively with the Associate Athletic Director of Student-Athlete Enhancement, student-athletes, teams, coaches, athletic administrators, and campus/community partners. The Associate Director serves as the co-advisor to the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC).

Responsibilities

Function: Assist in the Development and Implementation of a Comprehensive Life Skills Program (40%)

Co-coordinate the W.A.V.E Student-Athlete Enhancement Program and afford opportunities for personal and leadership development

Facilitate collaboration with internal and external stakeholders across the Tulane community

Co-coordinate guest speakers and special events associated with leadership, personal and professional development, and student-athlete welfare

Establish metrics and data collection methods to evaluate program offerings

Co-manage W.A.V.E. Student-Athlete Enhancement’s mentorship and leadership programs promoting personal and professional development of Tulane student-athletes

Collaborate with appropriate entities to establish branding designed to promote initiatives and serve as a recruiting tool for prospective student-athletes via social media

Integrate existing institutional programming, education, and support into comprehensive student-athlete development and leadership programs

Research and implement best practices in the field of student-athlete enhancement

Provide support and consultation to student-athletes and coaches in the areas of team building, motivation, communication, conflict resolution, personal accountability, and leadership

Institute career and leadership assessments for student-athletes, coaches, and staff engaging in personal, professional, and leadership development

Develop, implement, and maintain a robust communications plan for the leadership certificate program

Provide enhanced programming that offers a broad approach to meeting the transitional needs of student-athletes matriculating and/or transferring into Tulane University

Provide resources and programming to prepare upcoming graduating student-athletes to successfully transition into life after athletics

Oversee post-graduate awards and opportunities as related to student-athlete achievement by assisting student-athletes in completing applications and developing their candidacy for applicable scholarships and awards

Serve as the co-advisor for the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)

Create, track, and update individualized plans for student-athletes as they matriculate through our student-athlete enhancement and leadership programs

Administer all aspects of the W.A.V.E. Cup

Assist in staff selection and training

Work with academic and career advising colleagues in a cooperative and productive manner

Function: Facilitate Community Service Projects (30%)

Coordinate and facilitate community service projects for student-athletes

Track and report student-athletes' outreach participation in various community service projects to appropriate constituencies.

Maintain updated community service records through electronic platforms

Communicate service opportunities with student-athletes, coaches and staff

Collaborate with Athletic staff members to promote student-athlete community engagement via social media and the Tulane Athletics website

Function: Administer A Summer/Fall Bridge Program and Programming for Each Classification (15%)

Co-ordinate a summer/fall bridge program to enhance incoming freshmen student-athletes’ academic preparedness

Implement programming for each classification

Work collaboratively with the learning specialist, mental health team, and campus resources to facilitate programming

Develop evaluation metrics and collect data for analysis and improvement of each program

Function: Manage the Development and Implementation of a comprehensive Career Development Program (10%)

Coordinate the W.A.VE. Student-Athlete Enhancement Program’s professional and career development programming and initiatives

Facilitate collaboration with internal and external stakeholders across the Tulane community

Coordinate initiatives with staff members from the Tulane Letterwinners Association, Tulane Alumni House, and Tulane Career Services to develop programs and resources to enhance career readiness, including the Student Athlete Career Fair, networking events and alumni mentor program

Establish metrics and data collection methods to evaluate program offerings

Research and implement best practices in the field of career and professional development

Provide career resources and programming to prepare upcoming graduating student-athletes to successfully transition into full-time work force

Creates and maintains employer contact database

Establish and maintain relationships with on-campus career services constituents

Function: Other Duties (5%)

Performs other duties as requested or required, whether or not specifically mentioned in this job description.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree

1 year of student-athlete enhancement/community service experience at an NCAA Division I institution

OR

High School Diploma or Equivalent

7 years of student-athlete enhancement/community service experience at an NCAA Division I institution

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Competencies:

Ability to work evenings and weekends during special events, as needed.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Great attention to details.

Working knowledge of standard computer software such as Office Suite, email, etc., and ability to learn and utilize specific software necessary for career advising practice; Salesforce and Canvas.

Working knowledge of best social media practices and use of Canva.

Ability and desire for continuous improvement and learning of leadership and career advising best practices.

Ability to implement leadership and career development practices.

Ability to motivate and inspire students.

Ability to organize, plan, and facilitate small and large group programming.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s Degree

3 years of student-athlete enhancement/career development experience at an NCAA Division I institution

NCAA Related:

Ensures that all Department of Athletics and University related activities operate in full compliance with university, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations. Attends and participates in scheduled compliance seminars and complies with all the Athletic Department’s efforts to monitor compliance with NCAA regulations. Seeks interpretations from the compliance staff before acting when necessary. Reports potential rules violations immediately. Completes required compliance paperwork in a timely and efficient manner. Monitors all of their areas and/or programs activities closely to maintain compliance with applicable rules and regulations.

About Us

Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.
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Job Info

• Job Identification 1779
• Job Category Athletics and Recreation
• Posting Date 08/24/2026, 10:50 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations New Orleans, LA, United States United States
• Legal Employer Tulane University
• Business Unit Tulane University