Director, Student-Athlete Professional Development

Director, Student-Athlete Professional Development

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Position Title:

Director, Student-Athlete Professional Development

Posting Date: 11/26/2025

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Position Number: 1129365

Hiring Range Minimum: $91,800

Hiring Range Maximum: $110,000

Union Type:
Not a Union Position

SEIU Level: Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Employment Category:
Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months Per Year: 12

Scheduled Hours Per Week: 40

Location of Position:
Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility?:
Onsite only

Is this a term position?:
No

Is this a grant funded position?:
No

Position Purpose

The Director of Student‑Athlete Career Development is responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive career development strategy tailored to the unique needs of Dartmouth’s student‑athletes. This role oversees all aspects of career programming within Dartmouth Peak Performance (DP2), ensuring that student‑athletes receive targeted support in career exploration, networking, and securing internships, externships, and full‑time employment. By building and maintaining relationships with alumni, employers, and campus partners, the director enhances opportunities for student‑athletes to connect with industry professionals and gain valuable career experience.

Additionally, this position serves as the Dartmouth Center for Career Design’s (DCCD) industry expert for students and alumni interested in careers in sports and recreation, developing specialized resources and programming in this field. The director also works collaboratively across departments, leveraging existing career resources while creating tailored initiatives that align with the career development process for student‑athletes.

Description

Are you a passionate career development expert with a knack for connecting student‑athletes with industry professionals? Do you have a vision for creating innovative career programming that sets students up for success? We’re seeking a talented Director of Student‑Athlete Career Development to lead our efforts in this critical area.

Ideal Candidate will have

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (career development, student affairs, sports management, business) with more than 5 years of experience in career services supporting student‑athletes and connecting them with employers; and a proven track record of developing and implementing career‑related programming, including networking events, employer engagement initiatives, and career readiness workshops.

If You:

• Are passionate about career development and student‑athlete support
• Have experience working in career services within a college or university setting
• Are skilled in employer engagement strategies and building partnerships with organizations
• Have knowledge of NCAA compliance regulations related to student‑athlete professional development and career opportunities

Required Qualifications – Education & Years Experience

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications – Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Five years of experience in career services, student‑athlete support, employer relations, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in career development, coaching, or advising, preferably with student‑athletes or within higher education.
• Ability to develop and implement career‑related programming, including networking events, employer engagement initiatives, and career readiness workshops.
• Knowledge of career pathways in sports and recreation industries and the ability to guide students pursuing these careers.
• Understanding of varsity student‑athletes’ unique career development needs and familiarity with NCAA regulations related to career and professional development.
• Strong relationship‑building skills, with experience cultivating partnerships with employers, alumni, and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with students, faculty, staff, and external partners.
• Ability to assess program effectiveness, use data to inform decision‑making, and enhance student outcomes.
• Ability to work independently…