Executive Director for Athletic Academic

Executive Director for Athletic Academic Support

Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Requisition Number: 270309

Regular or Temporary: Regular

The Executive Director for Athletic Academic Support provides strategic vision, oversight, and leadership for the Academic Services unit. This person will be a member of the senior staff leadership team and will report to the Deputy Director of Athletics/Student-Athlete Experience. Acting as the primary athletics liaison with campus housing and dining, the role fosters a culture of academic excellence, personal growth, leadership development, and holistic well‑being for student‑athletes while ensuring compliance with institutional, conference, and NCAA standards.

• Develop and implement department policies, procedures and best practices for advancing the student‑athlete academic services unit
• Supervise, mentor and lead the academic support staff (8‑9 people)
• Serve as the academic coordinator for one or two teams
• Communicate and collaborate with coaches regarding academic support issues or concerns
• Develop and implement initiatives to strengthen collaboration with faculty and academic units on campus
• Oversee the budget for the academic support unit
• Collaborate with other athletic department units when appropriate (Mental Health, Student‑Athlete Development, etc.)
• Ensure strong collaboration with campus academic affairs, advising units, faculty athletics representatives, and compliance staff to support student‑athlete academic success, eligibility, and retention
• Communicate and collaborate with campus units to advance the student‑athlete experience (Academic Resource Center, Writing Studio, Testing Center, International House, Housing, Dining, Academic Advising, Access and Accommodations Office, Time Away Office, etc.)
• Prepare required academic performance and graduation reports (APR, GSR, Federal Graduation Rate) in accordance with NCAA and federal guidelines
• Monitor and evaluate academic performance metrics (APR, GPA, retention, graduation success rates) and develop strategies for continuous improvement
• Lead efforts to ensure NCAA, ACC, and institutional academic compliance, including eligibility certification and academic progress requirements
• Analyze academic data and trends to inform strategy and continuous improvement
• Promote a student‑centered philosophy that aligns athletic success with academic achievement and personal development
• Serve as liaison with campus housing and dining

• Three (3) years of supervisory experience
• Experience working within an academic unit as an academic advisor, learning specialist, instructor, or counselor

• Master's degree in sports administration, education, or a related field
• Five (5) years of supervision experience overseeing academic support within athletics or campus academics
• Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse population of students, coaches, and university partners
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of a unique, diverse group of students

Anticipated salary range: USD $68,970.00 to USD $. Duke University also provides comprehensive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a variety of family‑friendly and cultural programs.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three references online e.edu.

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

Duke is committed to respect, trust, inclusion, discovery, and excellence. The organization strives to develop leaders who embody these ideals.

Certain jobs may require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and assistance can be requested with Duke Access and Accommodations Services.