Career Strategies Professional III; Athletics

Career Strategies Professional III (Athletics)

Posting Number req
26181

Department Administration and Athletics

Location Tucson Campus, 1 National Championship Drive, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA

The Career Strategies Professional III provides advanced expertise and independent leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive Division I student‑athlete development program. The role exercises significant discretion in designing strategic initiatives that support student‑athlete personal development, leadership growth, career readiness, and post‑graduate success. As a subject‑matter expert, the professional offers cross‑functional guidance and contributes to institutional and conference‑level initiatives related to student‑athlete development.

Schedule and Eligibility
Requires flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and travel. Visa sponsorship is not available.

• Lead student‑athlete development programs by independently designing, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive Division I development ecosystem aligned with institutional priorities.
• Serve as the primary subject‑matter expert on student‑athlete development and NIL education, interpreting and applying NCAA, conference, and institutional regulations.
• Develop and manage leadership, career readiness, and experiential learning initiatives, including internship pipelines, employer partnerships, alumni engagement, and professional skill‑building programs.
• Provide strategic oversight for the Student‑Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), guiding student leadership development, advocacy efforts, and institutional feedback processes.
• Manage program assessment and operational planning by developing metrics, analyzing data, and producing recommendations to improve program effectiveness.
• Lead high‑impact events and programming such as orientations, leadership initiatives, community engagement activities, recognition ceremonies, and career development workshops.
• Collaborate across C.A.T.S. units to support a holistic student‑athlete development model and enhance cross‑functional service delivery.
• Represent the department externally at conference, regional, and national meetings.
• Supervise staff and student employees, including hiring, training, performance evaluation, and professional development.
• Manage budgets and resources for assigned programs, ensuring responsible allocation and identifying operational improvement opportunities.
• Serve on committees and working groups, providing strategic insight and professional expertise to support institutional priorities.
• Maintain budget accountability.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Develop and coordinate programs, facilitate workshops, and create a positive environment at the collegiate level.
• Interact diplomatically with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Establish working relationships with staff, student‑athletes, coaches, administrators, and the broader university community.
• Excellent administrative, oral, and written communication skills, including memos and reports.
• Apply creative, organizational, and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of institutional, conference, and NCAA rules.
• Exercise sound judgment and handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion, following FERPA regulations.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Two (2) years of experience in collegiate athletics, education, student development/services, or a related field.

Health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; tuition reduction for the employee and eligible family; retirement plans; access to recreation and cultural activities.