Tyler Family Endowed Director of Student-Athlete Development

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead student-athlete development programs by independently designing, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive Division I development ecosystem aligned with institutional priorities.

• Serve as the primary subject matter expert on student-athlete development and NIL education, interpreting and applying complex NCAA, conference, and institutional regulations to create compliant educational programming and resources.

• Develop and manage leadership, career readiness, and experiential learning initiatives, including internship pipelines, employer partnerships, alumni engagement, and professional skill-building programs.

• Provide strategic oversight for the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), guiding student leadership development, advocacy efforts, and institutional feedback processes.

• Manage program assessment and operational planning by developing metrics, analyzing data, and producing recommendations to improve program effectiveness and support long-term strategy.

• Lead high impact events and programming such as orientations, leadership initiatives, community engagement activities, recognition ceremonies, and career development workshops.

• Collaborate across C.A.T.S. units to support a holistic student-athlete development model and enhance cross-functional service delivery.

• Represent the department externally at conference, regional, and national meetings, contributing expertise to industry discussions and emerging best practices.

• Supervise staff and student employees, including hiring, training, performance evaluation, and professional development.

• Manage budgets and resources for assigned programs, ensuring responsible allocation and identifying opportunities for operational improvement.

• Serve on committees and working groups, providing strategic insight and professional expertise to support institutional priorities.

• Budget accountability.

• Additional duties as assigned.
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Ability to develop programs, coordinate resources, facilitate workshops, and create a positive environment at the collegiate level.

• Ability to interact diplomatically with individuals from various backgrounds.

• Ability to establish working relationships and interact collaboratively and effectively with staff, student-athletes, coaches, administrators, and the University of Arizona community.

• Excellent administrative, oral, and written communication skills, including skill in writing memos and reports.

• Ability to apply creative, organizational, and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.

• Knowledge of institutional, conference, and NCAA rules.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and according to FERPA regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.

• Two (2) years of experience working in collegiate athletics, education, student development/services, or a career-related field in the public or private sectors.