Assistant Athletic Director

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Greensboro, INDIANA
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Position Information


Position Number 007553
Functional Title Assistant Athletic Director
Position Type Staff
Position Eclass EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning
University Information
UNC Greensboro , located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher research activity and community engagement . Founded in 1891 and one of the original three UNC System institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most diverse universities in the state with 20,000+ students , and 3,000+ faculty and staff members representing 90+ nationalities. With 17 Division I athletic teams , 85 undergraduate degrees in over 125 areas of study, as well as 74 master’s and 32 doctoral programs , UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for academic excellence and value , with noted strengths in health and wellness , visual and performing arts, nursing, education, and more. For additional information, please visit uncg.edu and follow UNCG on Facebook , Twitter , and Instagram .
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
Our purpose continues to be discovering and developing champions in life. We strive to foster a culture of integrity and excellence across our 17 programs, offering the highest quality experience for student-athletes.
We are committed to academic and athletic excellence. We expect to win championships. We expect to honor students for their academic achievements. We will continue to work every day to make this community proud and ensure that the Spartans are in fact Greensboro’s hometown team. We will embrace a culture that is clear and consistent in its priorities.
Position Summary
The Assistant AD is responsible for the management of all duties associated with Student-Athlete Support Services (SASS) for the Department of Athletics. This individual will oversee the academic mentoring of all student-athletes, including those at-risk, through SASS. This individual will work closely with academic departments and advisors and the Academic Achievement Center to ensure that student-athletes comply with University, Southern Conference and NCAA academic policies, as well as maintaining academic progress toward degree.
The Assistant AD will need to demonstrate an ability to supervise and maintain a staff of qualified professionals in the areas within SASS. The Assistant AD is responsible for creating a comprehensive student-athlete development program, as well as assisting with the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee.
This individual will work closely with the Athletics Compliance Office, SASS staff members and the Certifying Officer housed in the Registrar’s Office in order to ensure University, Southern Conference and NCAA academic eligibility is met for all student-athletes and that progress towards graduation is achieved. This will include oversight of the Academic Progress Rate (APR).
The Assistant AD is actively involved in relationships with numerous departments on campus. This individual will be directly involved departments such as: the Registrar’s Office, Students First Office, the Office of Accessibility Resources and Services (OARS), International Programs, Counseling Center and Student Affairs/Dean of Students. External relationships will exist with the NCAA and institutions within the Southern Conference, as well as those in the State of North Carolina. The Assistant AD has a dual report to the Executive Associate AD/SWA and Associate Vice Provost of Student Success/Dean of Undergraduate Studies and is a member of the Department of Athletics Spartan Council. In addition, the position serves on the Department of Athletics Mental Health Support Team.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations and at least three years of related experience.
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree. Preferred experience with Banner and Degree Works. Preferred skills of taking initiative, multi-tasking, being organized with attention to detail and having excellent/effective communication skills, with managerial experience. Requires evening and weekend assignments.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Recruitment Range Commensurate with experience
Org #-Department Intercollegiate Athletics - 85001
Job Open Date 09/29/2023
For Best Consideration Date
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
FTE 1.000
Type of Appointment Permanent
If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.
Number of Months per Year 12
FLSA Exempt


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