Director of Sports Psychology

University of Nebraska–Lincoln, United States

Updated: 30 days ago
Location: Lincoln, NEBRASKA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Information
Position Information


Working Title Director of Sports Psychology
Department Athletics-0850
Requisition Number S_240098
Posting Open Date 02/16/2024
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 03/01/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
Responsibilities include overseeing the Athletic Department’s sports psychology and mental health services; providing sports psychology and mental health psychology services, drug and alcohol counseling, mental health assessments and education to student-athletes and sports programs; provide mental skills and performance training; and supervising the Athletic Psychologists. Must be able to work some evenings and weekends depending on students athletes needs and schedules. The selected candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.
Minimum Required Qualifications
PhD or PsyD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology plus a minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a licensed psychologist. Currently certified or on track for certification as a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC). Either currently licensed or license-eligible as a Psychologist in the state of Nebraska
Preferred Qualifications
A preferred candidate will have experience and training in one or more of the following: performance psychology assessments and evaluations; dual training in Kinesiology and Counseling/Clinical psychology. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience embedded within a NCAA Division I Athletic Department or professional sports organization providing mental health and sports performance services to athletes in individual and team environments.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No
Physical Required No
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No
Criminal History Background Check Required Yes
Posted Salary Negotiable based on qualifications and experience
How to Apply
Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Marquita Armstead
[email protected]
402-472-3011
Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional
Job Type Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
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