Job Description
Location : Chicago, IL
Job Type: Full-time Staff
Job Number: 00914
Department: Admission
Opening Date: 02/27/2024
Summary Saint Xavier University is seeking a dynamic and highly motivated individual to fill the role of Assistant Director of Student-Athlete Admission. This position is pivotal in supporting the University's athletic programs through the recruitment efforts for student-athletes. This position collaborates in the development, execution, and assessment of a comprehensive student-athlete recruitment and communication plan. The position also manages a student-athlete recruitment applicant pool, leads activities related to establishing quality relationships with area high schools, provides high-quality student service to prospective student-athletes, builds quality relationships with Saint Xavier faculty and staff, and contributes to a collegial, goal-oriented, and positive work environment
Essential Duties & Responsibilities - Athlete Recruitment:
- Develop and execute comprehensive athlete recruitment strategies to attract talented student-athletes to Saint Xavier University.
- Advise prospective student athlete applicants (international, U.S. citizens or permanent residents), faculty and staff regarding admission and transfer credit.
- Collaborate with coaches and athletic department staff to identify recruitment needs and target regions.
- Conduct outreach activities, including visits to high schools, attendance at athletic events, and engagement with potential recruits.
- Application and Admission Support:
- Assist prospective student-athletes through the application and admissions process.
- Provide information on academic programs, admission requirements, and scholarship opportunities.
- Data Tracking and Reporting:
- Help maintain accurate records of athlete recruitment activities and scholarship awards.
- Campus Visits and Events:
- Coordinate and participate in campus visits, recruitment events, and showcases to highlight the University's athletic programs.
- Collaborate with admission and athletic department staff to create a positive and engaging experience for prospective student-athletes.
- Communication and Relationship Building:
- Cultivate relationships with high school coaches, athletic organizations, and community partners to support recruitment efforts.
- Communicate effectively with recruits, parents, and other stakeholders to provide information and address inquiries.
- Collaboration with Athletic Department:
- Work closely with the athletic department to align recruitment efforts with program goals and objectives.
- Attending department meetings and contributing to discussions related to athlete recruitment and scholarship management.
Qualifications - Bachelor's degree required.
- Minimum two years' experience in college admission.
- Previous experience in athlete recruitment or related roles.
- The ability to manage and organize multiple projects simultaneously is necessary.
- Familiarity with NAIA regulations and compliance standards.
- Strong computer skills using relational databases and MS Office with expertise in Excel necessary.
- Experience using Ellucian Colleague and Technolutions Slate database systems is preferred.
- Strong analytic ability, creativity and organizational skills required.
Additional Expectations We inspire success by working together to provide meaningful, personalized service in a spirit of excellence. SXU seeks candidates that deliver value-added services in a responsive, collaborative, effective, and respectful manner.
The University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Saint Xavier University affirms its position as a Catholic institution, inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the mission, vision and core values of the University.
Saint Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other factors protected by law. Hiring decisions will be based on the bona fide occupational qualifications of each applicant.
Saint Xavier University is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive benefits package that meets the needs of both the individual and his/her family. Many of the benefits are flexible and offer choices to meet various benefit needs. SXU employment benefits can be found
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Full time, Flexible hours,