Athletics Professional IV, Athletics Operations; Athletics

Position: Athletics Professional IV, Athletics Operations (Athletics) Athletics Professional IV, Athletics Operations (Athletics) Posting Number req 25421 Department Administration and Athletics Department Website Link Location Tucson Campus Address Tucson, AZ USA Position Highlights The Athletics Department is dedicated to excellence in collegiate sports, building a modern model of intercollegiate athletics fostering integrity, innovation, and student-athlete success. The University of Arizona’s Athletics invites you to apply to the role of Athletics Professional IV, Athletics Operations. The Athletics Professional IV, Athletics Operations, oversees the day-to-day operations of a comprehensive student-athlete development program focused on developing student-athletes and preparing them for success after completing their athletic careers. This position will direct the planning, coordination, and delivery of services and education related to leadership, personal development, and career planning for 500+ student-athletes across 22 sports. This position will also work with campus and community partners to schedule and plan community service opportunities for student-athletes to give back to the Tucson community. Ability to work nights, weekends, and travel as needed. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please . Duties & ResponsibilitiesLead and strategically direct a comprehensive Division Istudent-athlete development program serving 500+ student-athletes, exercising independent discretion in program design, objectives, and delivery models. Design, develop, and continuously evolve innovative curriculum frameworks on personal, career, and leadership development. Exercise independent budgetoversight and resource allocation authority for student-athlete development programming.Provide institutional subject matter expertise and strategiceducation related to Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) within evolving regulatoryframeworks. Serve as primary advisor to SAAC, influencing student leadershipengagement and institutional feedback channels. Supervise assigned staff,graduate assistants, and student employees, including hiring, development,evaluation, and performance oversight consistent with expectations. Serve onvarious ICA working groups covering a variety of topics related to studentsuccess. Serve on University Committees as requested or appointed.Architect and oversee leadership and experiential learningpipelines, including structured internship partnerships. Direct comprehensivecareer readiness strategy, including professional skill development, resumecoaching, and employer engagement preparation. Meet as needed with prospectivestudent-athletes and their parents during recruitment events, official visits,and other venues to promote the opportunities and benefits of C.A.T.S.Student-Athlete Development. Represent Intercollegiate Athletics at conferencesand national professional forums, contributing to industry dialogue and best practices.Exercise autonomous oversight of strategic planning,implementation, and evaluation of all student-athlete development initiatives. Lead new student-athlete orientations with ICA Hall of Champions, when necessary,on Community Service initiatives, CATSY’s and Letter Jacket Ceremony. Collaborate with A-Club and Letterwinners staff to integrate alumni intoprogramming to benefit student-athletes. Guide, assist, and support other C.A.T.S. Program areas (Academics, Sports Medicine, Clinical/Sport Psychology, Strength,and Conditioning.Budget accountability.Additional duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to develop programs, coordinate resources,facilitate workshops and create a positive environment at the collegiate level.Ability to interact diplomatically with individuals from various…