"Senior Director of S.O.U.L. Mission"

Senior Director of S.O.U.L. Mission

Company:
University of Oklahoma

Job Location:
Norman, Oklahoma

Category:
Athletics - Athletic Administration

Type:
Full-Time

Job Number: 260451

Organization: Athletic Department

Job Location: Oklahoma-Norman-Norman Campus

Schedule:
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; frequent evenings and weekends as required.

Work Type: Onsite

Salary Range: Negotiable based on experience

Benefits Provided: Yes

Required Attachments: Resume, Cover Letter

Job Description

The Senior Director of S.O.U.L. Mission provides strategic leadership and oversight for all program initiatives, ensuring alignment with university and athletic department goals. This role is responsible for developing and implementing financial literacy programming, career development initiatives, and professional mentorship opportunities for student-athletes. The Senior Director manages internal operations, budget planning, and compliance, while also serving as the primary liaison between the program, university leadership, and external stakeholders. Additionally, this position fosters partnerships to enhance student-athlete development, evaluates program impact, and represents S.O.U.L. Mission at recruiting and department-wide events.

Essential Functions:

• Leadership & Strategic Oversight:
  • Provide leadership for all S.O.U.L. Mission programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
  • Lead development and execution of financial literacy programming
  • Develop and evaluate educational initiatives such as Lunch 'N Learns, career & professional development programs, resume workshops, and interview preparation sessions
  • Oversee the development and candidate selection process Micro-Internship Program, business networking trips, and professional mentorship programs
  • Serve as the key liaison between the program, university leadership, and external stakeholders
• Operations & Compliance:
  • Lead S.O.U.L. Mission internal operations and weekly staff meetings
  • Oversee SO.U.L. Mission budget planning
  • Coordinate and manage program compliance and university administration relations
  • Organize and facilitate quarterly board meetings
• Player, University & Family Relations:
  • Represent S.O.U.L. Mission at all recruiting events
  • Represent S.O.U.L. Mission at department-wide meetings, serving as a key liaison between the program, university administration, and external stakeholders
  • Attend department-wide staff meetings to stay informed of university and athletic department initiatives, providing relevant updates on S.O.U.L. Mission programs and impact
• Program Development & Impact Analysis:
  • Establish partnerships with businesses and organizations to enhance student-athlete development opportunities
  • Oversee structured class meeting programs for player growth
  • Develop and analyze and report program impact, providing data-driven recommendations for improvement
  • Advocate for student-athlete development initiatives at the university level

Job Requirements

Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree, AND:

• 24 months of related experience.

Skills:

• High-level strategic leadership
• Financial and program management
• Strong external relations and communication
• Detail-oriented for accuracy of data and information
• Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple projects at one time
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to communicate effectively and build rapport with staff, student-athletes, coaches, administrators, and/or other key stakeholders

Certifications: None

Working Conditions:

Physical:

• Ability to engage in repetitive motions.
• Regular pressure to meet productivity standards.
• Frequent exposure to pressure caused by deadlines and busy periods.
• Potential travel on service trips and away football competitions

Environmental:

• Standard office environment.

Supervision: Director and Assistant Director of S.O.U.L. Mission

Departmental Preferences:

• Master's Degree
• 4+ years of experience working in a similar role, in college or professional sports environment.
• Previous experience in Division I Student-Athlete professional development
• Knowledge of rules and regulations of athletic governing bodies (NCAA).
• Ability to work a non-standard work week, including breaks, holidays, and weekends.

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.

Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?: Yes

Special Indications: Hiring contingent upon police records check, Hiring contingent upon driver's license check

Job Posting: Mar 11, 2026