Welcome to Stanford’s Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (“DAPER”), the premier intercollegiate athletics program in the country. With an unparalleled record of 134 NCAA team championships, we are the proud Home of Champions. Our success isn’t just measured in trophies; it’s reflected in the passion of our nearly 900 student-athletes competing across 36 intercollegiate varsity teams. It resonates in our unwavering support for the university’s physical education, recreation, and wellness initiatives. At Stanford, we don’t just embrace excellence; we define it. We don’t just nurture champions; we create them. Our actions are guided by the core tenets of DAPER culture, “The DAPER Way,” which are: Embrace Scholar Athleticism, Pursue and Revere Excellence, Lead with Courage, and Work Cohesively.

The Opportunity:

DAPER is searching for a highly motivated, detail-oriented Assistant Director, Employee Development and Engagement to join our team. You will be integral to fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth for DAPER staff and coaches. Reporting to the Associate Athletics Director, Human Resources and Chief Diversity Officer (“Associate AD”), you will coordinate the department’s onboarding and offboarding plans and processes, participate in the design, implementation and delivery of various employee learning and development programs, and guide employees through the annual performance coaching process. You will also collaborate with the DAPER DEI Advisory Group and other key stakeholders to identify learning and development needs, conduct needs assessments, create metrics reports, and work with the Associate AD to develop engaging content for both new and existing employees.

At DAPER, we firmly believe that diverse teams make better decisions, foster innovation, and drive success for everyone involved. We celebrate differences in abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives, recognizing the rich tapestry that fuels our excellence. We are committed to fostering an environment of belonging where every voice is heard, valued, and respected. Your unique perspective is not just welcomed; it’s essential to our continued growth and success. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great add to our team.

In this role, you will:

Learning and Development: Foster a learning culture within DAPER by promoting continuous learning, knowledge-sharing, and innovation. Design, implement, and deliver various training and development initiatives, both for individual employees and groups, to address skill gaps, improve performance, and promote professional growth. Develop a comprehensive learning curriculum that aligns with Stanford and DAPER’s strategic goals and addresses the skill requirements of different job roles and levels. Utilize technology and e-learning platforms to provide accessible and scalable learning opportunities for employees. Serves as DAPER’s Learning Management (STARs) Administrator to ensure consistent practices and programmatic outcomes and to track, monitor, and report on compliance training status in (STARs) the learning management system. Deploy measurement system to track and report progress on talent management to DAPER HR Leadership.

Onboarding, Offboarding, and Employee Engagement: Assist the Associate AD in designing and executing a comprehensive and sustainable onboarding program which fosters a culture of belonging and ongoing development. Support employees as they transition to and from DAPER by coordinating the onboarding and offboarding processes with a focus on ensuring a positive employee experience. Work with HR Operations, Talent Acquisition, and managers to ensure that all onboarding and offboarding steps are completed smoothly and in a timely manner. Facilitate exit surveys and interviews. Conduct comprehensive orientation sessions for new hires, introducing them to DAPER culture, values, policies, and perks. Work with managers to facilitate introductions to key department members to help new employees build relationships within DAPER and Stanford. Assist with and develop surveys and other data collection mechanisms to determine links between employee engagement and outcomes. Assist with the recruitment process for benefits-eligible employees as needed.

DAPER’s Integrity: This position, along with all DAPER coaches and staff, is responsible for the integrity of Stanford’s intercollegiate athletics program and for the reputation of Stanford University. This position is responsible for ensuring that his/her/their involvement with Athletics Department activities maintains the integrity of the University’s reputation and does not negatively impact the relationship between the University and its faculty, staff, students and alumni. Additionally, this position must comply with University policies and procedures, NCAA and Pac-12 rules and regulations.

This role is open to candidates anywhere in the United States. Stanford University has five Regional Pay Structures. The compensation for this position will be based on the location of the successful candidate.

The expected pay range for this position is $83,000 - $100,000 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Why Stanford is for you:

Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak. A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources. A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits. Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums. Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more! The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job. Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To be successful in this role, you will have:
Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
Possess leading subject matter expertise on talent management problems and practices; advise and make recommendations to DAPER’s HR Leadership Team, DAPER senior leaders, and supervisors.
Demonstrated ability to establish a strong partnership with senior human resources partners and other DAPER leaders.
Expertise and experience developing and implementing effective talent management solutions, including workforce planning, learning and development, performance management, and organizational effectiveness.
Strong program/project management skills and experience.
Ability to build the confidence of others through open communication and respectful behavior.
Ability to connect with customers, partners, suppliers, and colleagues across functions to achieve significant results.

About Stanford University

Stanford’s Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (“DAPER”) is the premier intercollegiate athletics program in the country. We are the proud Home of Champions! We lead the nation with 128 NCAA championship titles, won the Women’s Capital One Cup four of the last five years, and have brought home the Learfield Director’s Cup for 25 straight years. We also support the university’s physical education, recreation and wellness initiatives. Our dedicated staff embody a culture of excellence, embrace our mission of scholar-athleticism and exemplify a relentless championship spirit. Our actions and staff are guided by the core tenets of the DAPER culture, “The DAPER Way,” which are: Embrace Scholar-Athleticism, Pursue and Revere Excellence, Lead with Courage and Work Cohesively.

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