Basic functions: Building upon OU Athletics’ long held tradition of holistically developing student-athletes, this position is responsible for the curation and administrative oversight of a comprehensive program aimed at ensuring OU student-athletes are well equipped for life beyond intercollegiate competition. This includes but is not limited to specific area oversight of student-athlete experience, development, wellbeing, conduct, and accountability. The role partners with the Deputy AD for Student-Athlete Experience on a variety of department functions and areas all aimed at best positioning the student-athlete experience for success.

 Essential Functions: 

• Oversee a first-class student-athlete development program that includes, but is not limited to, leadership development, internship and study abroad opportunities, personal growth, community engagement, and more

• Foster and manage campus and community relations and partnerships for student-athlete development, acting as primary point of contact for all collaborations

• Support Deputy AD in carrying out departmental directives for all things student-athlete development which includes working closely with other areas that impact the student-athlete experience such as: academics services, sports medicine, psychological services, nutrition, sports science and strength and conditioning, sports administration, and athletics housing 

• Maintain expertise and awareness of the changing landscape of college athletics, creating innovative solutions and answers for today’s and tomorrow’s challenges that impact the student-athlete’s experience and wellbeing 

• Establish and monitor benchmarks for tracking student-athlete wellness and development, and report results to executive leadership with suggested remediation and solutions, as appropriate 

• Oversee roster management, gender equity, and Title IX compliance and strategize ways to support and manage this area while ensuring the department stays within compliance 

• Serve as administrator of sports programs as assigned by the Director of Athletics 

• Serve as collaborative liaison to all areas of oversight within the department and across campus, acting as the primary point of contact for student-athlete, coach, and sports program success efforts 

• Manage special projects as assigned by the Deputy AD for Student-Athlete Experience and Director of Athletics 

• Assist with other duties as necessary and assigned

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree 

• 5-7 years of similar and progressive experience 

• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends 

• Comply with NCAA and Conference rules and regulations 

• Passion for the mission and values of OU Athletics 

Skills: 

• Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication 

• Strong analytical and strategic planning skills 

• Detail oriented for accuracy of date and information 

• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines 

• Strong organizational, participation and facilitation skills 

• Ability to understand new issues quickly and make informed decisions 

• Ability to lead/manage people 

• Ability to work independently 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Master’s Degree 

• Previous experience in intercollegiate athletics 

Diversity Statement: 

The University of Oklahoma is committed to achieving a diverse, equitable, and inclusive university community by embracing each person’s unique contributions, background, and perspectives. The University recognizes that fostering an inclusive environment for all, with particular attention to the needs of historically marginalized populations, is vital to the pursuit of excellence in all aspects of our institutional mission. This enhances the OU experience for all students, faculty and staff, and for the communities that we engage.