Assistant Athletics Director for Academics

Posted: 11-Jan-25

Location: Laramie, Wyoming

Type: Full-time

Salary: $55,008 – $60,000

Categories:

Operations

Operations – Academic Support

Sector:

Collegiate Sports

Required Education:

4 Year Degree

Internal Number: 250001

Basic Function Provides support and runs the day-to-day operations of the Office of Academic Support (OAS).
Duties and Responsibilities
•Primary responsibility is to provide oversight of the University Of Wyoming Athletics Department Office Of Academic Support and its 17-sport programs. •Work with student-athletes regarding academic performance, class/major selection, developing a graduation plan, time management, goal setting, career planning, learning and study strategies, test taking, note taking and other skills necessary for academic success. •Develop strong and professional working relationships with student-athletes to encourage the value of education and the development of self-reliance, self-confidence, empowerment, and intrinsic motivation. •Maintain accurate and current student files for assigned athletes. •Manage all working relationships including open and consistent contact with student-athletes, coaches, staff, administrators and faculty. •Identify students with diverse learning styles and meet with them to develop an effective academic success plan. •Assist with recruiting and new student-athlete summer orientation activities. •Represent athletic department on select campus committees. •Complete other projects and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required. J.D. or masters in related field preferred.
• Minimum three to five years full-time experience in college athletics (academics).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, exceptional writing skills required (submit writing sample with application materials), attention to detail, ability to multi-task.
• Working knowledge of Division 1 NCAA rules and regulations (specifically progress toward degree, initial and continuing eligibility).

Preferred Qualifications:

Further consideration will be given to those applicants who possess:

• A Master’s Degree in related field
• Effective interpersonal communication skills
• Experience working with diverse populations and with students with diverse learning styles
• Experience with student information systems (Banner, Teamworks, etc.)

• Strong computer skills with proficiency using standard office software (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).

• Ability to work occasional weekend and evening hours (recruiting, study hall).
• Ability to work under time sensitive deadlines.

Required Application Materials:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of 3 references

Salary will be commensurate with experience. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

Review of resumes and applications will begin immediately. While applications will be accepted until the position is filled, interested applicants are encouraged to submit materials by January 17, 2025, to receive full consideration.

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HIRING STATEMENT:

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/

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