Director of Student-Athlete Academic Success

Friends University is committed to work-life balance for its employees by offering flex work options, up to 4 weeks of vacation, 96 hours of sick leave per year, up to 13 1/2 paid holidays, half day Fridays June through July, up to 5% retirement matching, and free undergraduate tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents.

Friends University is seeking to fill the Director of Student-Athlete Academic Success position in Wichita Kansas. This position Provides leadership for student-athlete academic support services by assisting all Friends University student-athletes to achieve academic and personal success at the University by providing support services designed to meet their unique needs and ensuring student-athlete compliance with all NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics), Conference and University regulations. Provide leadership and programming for student-athlete academic success for all student athletes, including those academically at-risk. Led early alert and retention activities for all student-athletes including the 2-week, 5-week, and 9-week progress reports; communication between coaches, faculty, and students; and summer academic programming for student-athletes. Supervise Graduate Assistants and Student Study Hall Assistance. Work hours average 45-50 per week. Moderate evening and/or weekend hours are required. Attendance at some University events will be expected.

Friends University seeks to hire individuals who will embrace our mission and celebrate our commitment to equipping students to honor God in their personal, professional, and spiritual lives by adhering to the University’s RISE Core Values (Respect, Inclusion, Service and Excellence).  The mission of the University is:

Friends University, a Christian University of Quaker heritage, equips students to honor God and serve others by integrating their intellectual, spiritual, and professional lives.

Three years of experience in progressively responsible positions in student retention, student programming or enrollment management recommended. Strong understanding of traditional undergraduate students and student-athletes is important. Budget management experience helpful. Computer literacy required, with knowledge of Sungard Banner and Microsoft Office Suite software preferred.

A bachelor's degree is required; master's or higher preferred.

Must have excellent written, verbal, and public speaking skills and the ability to complete detail-oriented projects related to assigned duties. Must have demonstrated ability to function independently, as a member of a team, or as the leader of a team. Sensitivity to diverse populations' needs is important and a passion for student success. Data gathering and analysis are important qualities.

Please visit our employment site at www.friends.edu/employment to apply.  Only applications submitted through this Friends University website application process will be accepted.

Friends University aspires to be a model of excellence in higher education. As an expression of our Christian faith, we aim to prepare our students for success in a diverse and interconnected world by providing transformative learning experiences that embrace different viewpoints. As we seek individuals to join our Friends University community, we encourage candidates who share our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion to apply. Join us as we continue on this journey towards a more just and inclusive future for all.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Friends University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.