Director / Student Athlete Career Development

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The Virginia Tech Department of Athletics embraces the core values of Integrity, Service, Honor, Excellence, and Strong Together. Guided by our motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), we are committed to fostering a culture that accepts, affirms, and values all individuals and their unique contributions to the department, university, and broader community.

Under the direction of the Assistant Athletics Director of the Office of Student Athlete Development, the Director / Student Athlete Career Development will assist student athletes and alumni with all aspects of their professional lives e.g. career research, goal setting, job searching, resume and cover letter writing, networking, interviewing, professional etiquette, online professional branding, graduate school, personal statements, job shadowing, on campus employment, and internships. This individual will foster professional development skills through programming and individual appointments with student athletes and coordinate student athlete development programs in accordance with guidelines outlined in the NCAA Student Athlete Affairs program.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in student affairs, higher education administration, athletic administration, counseling or related area with relative work experience as a coordinator, advisor, mentor, and/or counselor within a NCAA member institution's athletics department or work experience in a career related office at a college or university.
Knowledge of best practices related to undergraduate student career advising.
Working knowledge of the current landscape of collegiate athletics and the demands of student athletes.
The ability to interact diplomatically with individuals of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds is critical.
Must have highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong computer skills.
Experience in presentation of workshops or public speaking.
Must be a self-starter and possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrate ability to organize and work independently as a leader and as part of a team.
Must have the ability to effectively interact with faculty, staff, students, parents, and administrators.

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Job Description

The Virginia Tech Department of Athletics embraces the core values of Integrity, Service, Honor, Excellence, and Strong Together. Guided by our motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), we are committed to fostering a culture that accepts, affirms, and values all individuals and their unique contributions to the department, university, and broader community.

Under the direction of the Assistant Athletics Director of the Office of Student Athlete Development, the Director / Student Athlete Career Development will assist student athletes and alumni with all aspects of their professional lives e.g. career research, goal setting, job searching, resume and cover letter writing, networking, interviewing, professional etiquette, online professional branding, graduate school, personal statements, job shadowing, on campus employment, and internships. This individual will foster professional development skills through programming and individual appointments with student athletes and coordinate student athlete development programs in accordance with guidelines outlined in the NCAA Student Athlete Affairs program.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in student affairs, higher education administration, athletic administration, counseling or related area with relative work experience as a coordinator, advisor, mentor, and/or counselor within a NCAA member institution's athletics department or work experience in a career related office at a college or university.
Knowledge of best practices related to undergraduate student career advising.
Working knowledge of the current landscape of collegiate athletics and the demands of student athletes.
The ability to interact diplomatically with individuals of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds is critical.
Must have highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong computer skills.
Experience in presentation of workshops or public speaking.
Must be a self-starter and possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrate ability to organize and work independently as a leader and as part of a team.
Must have the ability to effectively interact with faculty, staff, students, parents, and administrators.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with student-athletes at a NCAA Division I university

Pay Band

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Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Up to $55,000, commensurate with experience.

Hours per week

40+. Nights and weekends as needed.

Review Date

8/1/25

Additional Information

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The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Stuart Cochran at stuart@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

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