Supplemental Information
Northwestern State University seeks qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Athletic Director for Student Athlete Development.
To Apply: Please submit a letter of application, resume, and complete contact information for three professional references to apply@nsula.edu.
Northwestern State University is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency.
The successful candidate will be subject to a background check, as a condition of employment.
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION (FULL DISCLOSURE)
It has been, and will continue to be, the policy of Northwestern State University to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on job related standards and must comply with the principles of equal employment opportunity.
In keeping with this policy, the University will continue to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels the most qualified persons without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status. All personnel actions, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, training, and education are administered without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status.
The University is committed to equal opportunity for student success by providing access to educational programs, tuition assistance, and social and recreational activities for all students without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status.
Additionally, the University provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.
Student complaints or inquiries related to Title IX should be directed to the Julie Powell (318-357-5570), Room 306 of the Friedman Student Union or email obannonj@nsula.edu. Employee Title IX issues should be directed to the Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email ramirezv@nsula.edu.
In accordance with Section 35.106 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all participants, applicants, organizations, and interested individuals are advised and notified that the ADA Coordinator for Northwestern State University
for facilities is the Director of University Affairs, Jennifer Kelly (318-357-4300), located in New Fine Arts, 104 Central Avenue, Ste. 102 or email andersonje@nsula.edu. For
student academic services, contact the Director of Access and Disability Support, Crissey Smith (318-357-5460) located in Room 108-C Watson Memorial Library or email camidget@nsula.edu. For
faculty/staff accommodations and services, contact Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email ramirezv@nsula.edu.
- Inquiries regarding employment application status should be emailed to
apply@nsula.edu.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree is required; Master's Degree preferred
- Professional experience in collegiate athletic administration or coaching preferred
- Strong organization and inter-personal communication skills and knowledge of NCAA rules about first and continuing eligibility needed
- Computer literacy is mandatory with knowledge of new, updated applications used in the field
Job Concepts
- Supervise staff and assist in implementation of Enhanced Academic Program
- Prepare and distribute student athlete/team academic updates/reports
- Monitor academic support areas
- Prepare and distribute student athlete team reports
- Serve as on-campus liaison for athletic department
- Oversee student athlete development program
- Coordinate Summer Bridge program classes and activities
- Address other related areas of academic support to include athletic training, counseling, study halls, and evaluation of transcripts
- Attend NCAA Compliance educational sessions as required by the University Compliance Coordinator
- Comply with all NCAA rules and regulations as per the NCAA Compliance Manual
- Assist NSU admissions office in identifying and recruiting students who are outstanding academically or in extracurricular activities other than athletics
- Participate in community activities that allow the promotion of athletics and/or the University
- Identify and cultivate potential donors to the athletic department and the University
Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.
