Education:
Master’s degree required in higher education, sports management, student affairs or related field.

Experience:
At least five (5) years in student development in a NCAA Division I program with one (1) to (3) years of supervisory experience. Demonstrated experience developing and implementing a first-year transition curriculum and advising student groups.

Knowledge of, and/or experience assessing current and future project expenses, making appropriate expense projections, purchasing recommendations/decisions, budget recommendations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives for effective student-athlete personal and professional preparation.

Possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills; and excellent oral and written communication skills.

The ability to manage competing priorities, handle a variety of tasks simultaneously, and complete assignments on time.

The ability to work collaboratively and to maintain effective interpersonal relationships with coaches, student-athletes, staff, university and external constituents.

The ability to exercise initiative, sound judgment, and problem-solving techniques.

Preferences:

Demonstrated experience with the creation of educational resources for student-athletes;

Knowledge of NCAA and Big 10 Conference rules and regulations governing student-athlete.

Demonstrated experience using social media to support educational and outreach initiatives.