"Director / Student Athlete Career Development"

Job Description

The Virginia Tech Department of Athletics embraces the core values of Integrity, Service, Honor, Excellence, and Strong Together. Guided by our motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), we are committed to fostering a culture that accepts, affirms, and values all individuals and their unique contributions to the department, university, and broader community.

Under the direction of the Assistant Athletics Director of the Office of Student Athlete Development, the Director / Student Athlete Career Development will assist student athletes and alumni with all aspects of their professional lives e.g. career research, goal setting, job searching, resume and cover letter writing, networking, interviewing, professional etiquette, online professional branding, graduate school, personal statements, job shadowing, on campus employment, and internships. This individual will foster professional development skills through programming and individual appointments with student athletes and coordinate student athlete development programs in accordance with guidelines outlined in the NCAA Student Athlete Affairs program.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in student affairs, higher education administration, athletic administration, counseling or related area with relative work experience as a coordinator, advisor, mentor, and/or counselor within a NCAA member institution's athletics department or work experience in a career related office at a college or university.

Knowledge of best practices related to undergraduate student career advising.

Working knowledge of the current landscape of collegiate athletics and the demands of student athletes.

The ability to interact diplomatically with individuals of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds is critical.

Must have highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.

Strong computer skills.

Experience in presentation of workshops or public speaking.

Must be a self-starter and possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Demonstrate ability to organize and work independently as a leader and as part of a team.

Must have the ability to effectively interact with faculty, staff, students, parents, and administrators.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with student-athletes at a NCAA Division I university

Pay Band

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Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Up to $55,000, commensurate with experience.

Hours per week

40+. Nights and weekends as needed.

Review Date

8/1/25

Additional Information

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The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.