Director of Student-Athlete Success & Engagement (Promotional Opportunity)

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Job no:

524597

You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.Position type:

Staff Full TimeBenefit Status:

Benefited-UnionCampus:

UMass LowellDepartment:

Athletic ProgramsApplications Open:

Aug 14 2024Applications Close:

Aug 27 2024This being a promotional opportunity, only current UML Employees within the same Bargaining unit are eligible to apply for this position.Under the direction of the Sr. Associate Athletic Director for Championship Resources, the Director of Student-Athlete Success & Engagement monitors the academic performance of student-athletes to ensure success and compliance with NCAA Bylaws, America East, Hockey East, and University policies and procedures in addition to driving the department’s engagement with the greater university community and city of Lowell through community partnerships.Provides academic support for assigned sports to include: coordinating academic plans; meeting with student-athletes; facilitating tutoring and mentoring services, monitoring study hall; following up on faculty progress reports and midterm grades; meeting with student-athletes prior to early registration; assisting with class selection; referring selected individuals to various campus support programs as needed in consultation with the Sr. Associate Athletic Director for Championship Resources.Monitors the academic eligibility and progress towards degree of assigned sports including full-time enrollment, percentage of degree credits, designation of majors and minors, class registration, and all applicable NCAA Bylaw 14 rules and regulations.Develop and coordinate engagement and build relationships with the UML and Lowell communities that includes community service as well as presence at community events both inbound requests as well as seeking out further opportunities.Oversight of student-athlete groups and events (SAAC, SACAG) that drive student-athlete initiatives (America East, Spread Respect, Mental Health Awareness).Coordinate external event logistics and reporting for donor, sponsor and student-athlete/family engagement to drive athletic fundraising initiatives.Prepares weekly academic progress reports for coaches, sport supervisors, and Sr. Associate Athletic Director for Championship Resources; creates and updates grade tracking sheet for all student-athletes; reports academic issues to Sr. Associate Athletic Director for Championship Resources, head coaches, and sport supervisors as needed.Promote the University’s commitment to customer service by:Build effective partnerships with co-workers throughout the University by freely sharing appropriate information and providing assistance when needed.Ensuring optimum service to all internal and external partners in response to all requests for service and information.Maintaining an environment that is welcoming to persons of all backgrounds, nationalities, and roles.Other Job Duties:Performs other related duties as assigned.Working Conditions:Nights and weekends are required.Attendance at some campus events is expected.Attend athletic events to support student-athletes.Minimum Qualifications (Required):Education:Bachelor’s Degree Required.Experience:5+ years working in the area of student-athlete support.Knowledge of NCAA Division I academic requirements and regulations.Experience with academically at-risk students.Experience engaging diverse populations.Skills:Ability to effectively manage and supervise student staff.Working knowledge of standard computer software such as Microsoft Office Suite, GradesFirst, OneDrive, Google Docs, and possess the ability to learn and utilize the specific software necessary for academic advising and tutoring.Excellent written and oral communication skills.Additional Considerations:Master’s degree preferred.Sincere desire and ability to assist student athletes to succeed.Ability to interact effectively with student-athletes, advisors, coaches, faculty, administrators and community required.Experience as a student-athlete.Special Instructions to Applicants:This being a promotional opportunity, only current UML Employees within the same Bargaining unit are eligible to apply for this position.This is an SEIU 888 Professional Union position, Grade P16.A job offer for this position is contingent upon a satisfactory response to a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check and review.Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.The University of Massachusetts Lowell is committed to increasing diversity in its faculty, staff, and student populations, as well as curriculum and support programs, while promoting an inclusive environment. We seek candidates who can contribute to that goal and encourage you to apply and to identify your strengths in this area.The University of Massachusetts Lowell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action, Title IX employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age over 40, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, or other protected class.

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