Director, Student-Athlete Development and Alumni Relations

Washington State University; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition waiver

Job summary

Washington State University is seeking a Director of Student-Athlete Development and Alumni Relations to lead programs supporting personal, professional, and career growth of student-athletes in Pullman, WA. You will report to the Senior Associate Director and guide strategic planning, program assessment, and staff supervision.

The role also serves as the primary administrator for Alumni Relations, cultivating partnerships with alumni and campus stakeholders to expand opportunities for current

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s may substitute for one year of experience.
• Strong communication skills across diverse audiences.
• Experience leading or directing work of others.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for Student-Athlete Development programs.
• Lead strategic planning, assess program effectiveness, and supervise staff.
• Oversee Alumni Relations, including the Gray W Varsity Club, and build partnerships with alumni and employers.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Available Title(s)

1482-YN_ADMINPRO - Student Services Coordinator/Advisor 2

Business Title

Director, Student-Athlete Development and Alumni Relations

Employee Type

Admin. Professional

Position Details

The Opportunity

As the Director, Student-Athlete Development and Alumni Relations, you will provide leadership and oversight for Student-Athlete Development programs that support the personal, professional, and career growth of student-athletes. Reporting to the Senior Associate Director of Athletics, Academics & Student-Athlete Development, you will lead strategic planning efforts, assess program effectiveness, oversee career readiness initiatives, and supervise Student-Athlete Development staff.

You will also serve as the primary administrator for Alumni Relations, including the Gray W Varsity Club, while building and maintaining partnerships with alumni, employers, and campus stakeholders. Through these relationships and initiatives, you will help expand opportunities and resources that support the continued success of current and former student-athletes.

Additional Information

This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary

$4,061.90 - $5,000 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications

• Positions require a Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of professional work experience in student services or related education/experience. Experience leading or directing the work of others. A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one (1) year of professional work experience. Any combination of relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year‐for‐year basis.
• Strong communication skills, demonstrating the ability to communicate with a variety of audiences.
• Demonstrated successful experience with program development and implementation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an Athletics Department or University Setting (this can include volunteering or working with various Councils or Committees)
• Experience working in College Athletics.
• Experience leading or facilitating educational workshops to students and staff in a workplace setting.
• Demonstrated successful experience with program development and implementation and the ability to initiate and complete projects independently with specific deadlines.
• Ability to work with students, coaches and administrators in a broad range of situations.
• Demonstrated computer background with working knowledge of Microsoft Office, career searching software, and social media platforms.
• Demonstrated successful experience working and connecting with a diverse population and understanding of multicultural issues.
• Demonstrated work experience with evidence of strong organizational, time management, communication, and supervisory skills.
• Demonstrated effective decision‑making and problem‑solving skills in an athletics department setting.
• Experience that demonstrates genuine concern and interest for welfare of student‑athletes.
• Demonstrated familiarity with the following NCAA rules and regulations.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About Department

- Home Page - Washington State University Athletics - Official Athletics Site

Area/College

Athletics, Intercollegiate

Department Name

Athletics Academics

Location

Pullman, WA

Background Check

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business‑related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type

Full time

Position Term

12 Month

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [e-mail]. Notice of Non-Discrimination: In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract. Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both. More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/