Assistant Director for Student-Athlete Support
Services
Posting Number: SP005395P
Division/College: Provost/Exec VP Area
Department: Student Athlete Support Services
Location: Moscow
Posting Context Statement:
Position Overview:
This position provides academic services for all student-athletes
through the Department of Athletics Student-Athlete Support
Services (SASS) unit. The position reports to the Assistant
Athletic Director of Student-Athlete Support Services (SASS) .
Duties include academic counseling and academic progress
monitoring, assisting the Assistant AD for SASS in monitoring
continuing eligibility, enrollment assistance and monitoring,
summer bridge, meeting with prospective student-athletes on
recruiting visits, mentoring student-athletes who present academic
risk factors, supervising the SASS graduate assistant, serving as
the Admissions Liaison, and coordinating the student-athlete mentor
program. The incumbent maintains close liaison with UI athletic
administrators, coaching staffs, faculty, and campus academic
support areas and serves as a member of the administrative
staff.
Required Experience:
- Two years of experience working in a higher education
setting
- One year of experience working with NCAA rules and regulations
associated with academic eligibility and certification
One year of experience providing academic support to
student-athletes in the form of academic advising, student
services, student affairs, student support and/or student retention
efforts
Experience leading others in setting program goals and
designing program activities
Required Education:
- Bachelor's Degree in communication, education, psychology, or
sport management
Required Other:
- Must be eligible for applicable professional organizations and
memberships
- Ability to work non-standard business hours which may include
weekends and evenings
- Ability to travel periodically
Additional Preferred:
Education:
- Master's degree in Counseling, Education, or Athletic
Administration
Experience:
- Experience in an academic support unit for student-athletes,
preferably at the NCAA Division I level
- Administrative experience in a higher education setting
- Experience analyzing program data to inform program decisions
and evaluate program outcomes
Skills/Ability to:
- Ability to multi-task and work under tight timelines
- Demonstrated professional credibility and personal
integrity
- Knowledge of theories, models and practices of college
learning, study skills, collaborative learning, academic success
strategies
- Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations regarding student
records (FERPA, HIPPA, Clery Act, and other legislation regarding
students' rights and services)
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of
application
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employee Category: Exempt
Pay Range: $55,000 annually or higher, commensurate with
experience
Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year
FTE: 1.0
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding:
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this
vacancy: No
Posting Date: 07/30/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by
August 13, 2026 will receive first consideration.
Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement: Applicants who are selected as
final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal
background check.
To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/52331
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity
employer, including veterans and individuals with
disabilities.
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