The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is accepting applications for the position of Associate Director of Student Athlete Success, Football. This is a contract, full-time position with a targeted annual salary range of $60,000.00 - $75,000.00, with full health benefits and membership in the UC Retirement Plan. Under general supervision of the Associate Athletic Director of Academic Excellence, the Associate Director of Student-Athlete Success will support football student-athletes in their pursuits of excellence in the classroom, community and in competition. The primary function is to manage the academic support services for football and monitor student-athlete academic progress. This position will coordinate a team of academic mentors and Learning Specialists who support student-athletes with their progress-towards-degree completion and academic success. Successful candidate will serve as an intermediary between the Football Coaching Staff and the Office of Academic Excellence (OAE) staff in academic matters. The Associate Director of Student-Athlete Success will promote positive cross-campus and inter-department relationships and act as a liaison to various departments including Admissions, Compliance, Recruiting, Eligibility, Office of Student Conduct, Center for Accessible Education, Student Affairs, Communications, Student-Athlete Development. This position acts within NCAA, UC, UCLA, Pac-12/Big10 and department policies to maximize the efficiency and time for student-athletes within the Football program to prepare them for success in life after graduation.

Expressions of interest must be received by 8:59pm on 9/11/2024. All applicants must submit their cover letter, resume and references via the following website link: https://jobs.ucla.edu/jobs/3337

*Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background check performed by Universal Background Screening and UCLA Athletics. UCLA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and Intercollegiate Athletics has a strong commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its coaches and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: UC Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action Policy

All applicants should demonstrate the following abilities and requirements: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience; Knowledge and ability to comply with Pac-12/Big 10 Conference and NCAA rules and regulations; Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment to handle sensitive and confidential information/material with discretion; Incumbent must be skilled in managing and organizing personnel, equipment, and material resources in order to provide the most efficient working environment; Takes responsibility for decisions, actions, performance and outcomes.  Works in a responsible manner with positive attitude, shows self-awareness and is open to feedback and improvement; Must have the ability to analyze situations and systems, identify problems, and implement solutions impartially and fairly; Ability to prioritize assignments to complete work in a timely manner when there are changes in assignments, deadlines, completing requirements, and workload; Demonstrated ability to be adaptive and flexible in work environment, diagnose potential issues, and address proper individuals in advance to achieve common goal in positive manner; Incumbent must have excellent writing and oral communication skills and outstanding interpersonal skills to communicate and collaborate effectively at a variety of levels including department and university staff, coaches, faculty, recruits, parents, donors, Pac-12/Big 10 and NCAA administrators; Ability to interact diplomatically with individuals of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds and Promote a culture of diversity and inclusion; Ability to perform and communicate effectively under stress and maintain composure in the face of resistance, indifference or hostility; Ability to operate a computer with working knowledge of various computer software systems including Microsoft Office, Teamworks, Concur, and others; Knowledge of University policies and procedures.

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UCLA Athletics embraces the mantra of "Champions Made Here", not just on the competitive field but in the classroom and in the community. UCLA's broad-based nationally competitive intercollegiate athletics program for men and women was the first in the nation to win 100 NCAA Championships. UCLA offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

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