Assistant to the Athletic Director (NCAA Internship)
Job Description
Job Description
This position will support the Director of Athletics in a wide range of athletics administration as outlined in the NCAA grant application in order to gain the widest breadth of athletics administrative experience possible.
Essential Duties Summary
ESSENTIAL
- Assist with initial eligibility and compliance meetings.
- Assist student-athletes in planning and conducting SAAC-sponsored events, primarily in the areas of community service and with our annual DIII Week celebration
- Assist with athletics department traditional events such as Hall of Fame, Homecoming and Banquet
- Assist with daily office operations such as ordering equipment and uniforms, supplies and other purchases for teams and coaches
- Serve as a game day administrator as assigned.
- Assist the Director in the preparation of the annual budget based on historical information and the department’s strategic plan
- Other duties as assigned.
MARGINAL
- Attend Athletic Department staff meetings.
- Complete the NCAA DIII Rules Test annually.
- Utilize professional development funding provided by the NCAA.
- Meet with mentor throughout the course of the grant.
Required Qualifications
1. Education and Training
Bachelor’s degree in Sport Administration (or related field) is required. Master’s degree preferred.
2. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities, or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities:
- Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations related to recruiting and athletic administration.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing, using the English language, for completion of staff expectations, and in creating documents throughout Athletic Department and the campus.
- Ability/willingness to work extended hours/flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and vacation periods as necessary.
- Ability to use a computer, keyboard and printer to produce printed materials as necessary.
3. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
- Ability to work extended hours/flexible schedule.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment.
- Ability to drive.
- Ability to walk several flights of stairs, and/or attend meetings in other buildings located on or off-campus.
- Visual and hearing ability to perform all required duties related to the position.
4. Complexity
Individual requires the ability to balance their time effectively and efficiently between teams and student-athletes needing assistance. Ability to work autonomously toward department priorities is essential.
Individual requires the ability to balance their time effectively and efficiently between teams and student-athletes needing assistance. Ability to work autonomously toward department priorities is essential.
5. Interpersonal/Supervisory/Management Skills
Individual must be pleasant, helpful and professional to all people making inquiries about the Athletics program.
Salary
$30,000
Position Type
Full Time
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
All interested candidates apply online at https://slc.peopleadmin.com/ and should include a letter of application, resume, and names of three references. Sarah Lawrence College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has as one of its goals the recruitment and retention of a racially and culturally diverse administration, staff and faculty.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Do you have a bachelor's degree?
- Yes
- No
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How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
- 0-1
- 1-3
- 3-5
- 5-7
- 7+
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Please describe in detail how your background and experience would be applicable for this position in a College/University setting
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
- CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
Sarah Lawrence College is committed to sustaining a diverse and inclusive learning, working, and living community. This requires students, faculty, administration, and staff who reflect the diversity of our society; that people from different backgrounds and with different views be prepared to treat one another with mutual respect and honest curiosity so that they can engage and learn from one another; and that diversity infuse all aspects of the life and mission of the College. These conditions enable a genuine liberal arts education, in which the presence of people with different experiences and ideas, engaged in critical dialogue, overcomes ignorance and builds trust and knowledge.
