Coordinator Student-Athlete Development & Letterwinner Engagement, Athletics at Disability

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati is seeking an entry‑level, post‑graduate Coordinator for Student‑Athlete Development & Letter winner Engagement (Coordinator Special Projects & Programs) to support the Student‑Athlete Development Academy. This full‑time, salaried position provides student‑athletes with exposure to professional aspects of collegiate athletics and supports them in staying compliant with all departmental, university, conference, and NCAA policies.

• Assist in the daily operations, programming and initiatives that fall within the Student‑Athlete Development Academy pillars:
  Leadership, Personal Development, Career Exploration, and Community Impact.
• Assist with department branding, social media coverage, and overall storytelling efforts.
• Co‑teach a course for upperclassmen to support leadership development and the transition to the University of Cincinnati; including but not limited to the student‑athlete experience.
• Coordinate community impact activities and initiatives.
• Engage in platforms and technology that best support the Academy.
• In collaboration with members of the team, create presentations and reports for the Academy.
• Assist in evaluating and building programs aimed at growing engagement with current student‑athletes, alumni and future Bearcats.
• Establish and maintain an environment conducive to the welfare, personal development, and professional readiness of the student‑athletes.
• Establish and maintain effective interactions with students, colleagues, university staff and administrators, alumni, key stakeholders, and community partners.
• Maintain accurate data for sustainability of the athletic alumni database (C‑Club).
• Assist in planning and implementing reunions and special events.
• Perform all duties in adherence with NCAA, Conference, and university policies.

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Five (5) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of the education requirement.

One (1) year of experience in coordinating projects and/or programs.

• The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, ability to work collaboratively, be highly organized, and comfortable presenting/teaching.
• This position works primarily daytime office hours but requires the ability to work at assigned evening and weekend events.

• Interested and qualified applicants must apply online and include a cover letter of interest, a current CV/Resume and three professional references.
• All certifications and other documentation can be uploaded using the Additional Documents section in the application.
• Applications without a cover letter and CV/Resume will not be considered for the position.

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance.

Comprehensive Tuition Remission – Covers tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans – Choice between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 10‑14% of your salary.

Real Work‑Life Balance – Includes generous time‑off policy: vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays and additional end‑of‑year paid time off, 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

UC is an E‑Verify employer. If hired, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I‑9 process. The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applicants must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. “Easy apply” submissions via other websites will not be considered. For questions about the recruiting process or to request accommodations, please contact Human Resources at jobs.

Location:

Cincinnati, OH, United States. Facility:
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