Associate Athletic Director, Student Athlete Recruitment Intercollegiate Athletics

Duquesne University - Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time - Mid Level

Pittsburgh, PA

Educational Services

About the position

The Associate Athletic Director of Student-Athlete Recruitment at Duquesne University is responsible for guiding prospective, incoming, and transfer student-athletes through the recruiting, admissions, and financial aid processes. This role collaborates with head coaches and sports program administrators to ensure compliance with institutional and NCAA requirements, serving as a key liaison between student-athletes and the admissions office.

Responsibilities

• Assess academic preparedness of all prospective student-athletes.
• Evaluate transcripts and international records for eligibility.
• Work with coaches to complete pre-evaluations of all freshmen, transfer, and graduate prospective student-athletes.
• Create, develop, and maintain accurate financial aid records of all student-athletes across the Athletics department.
• Serve as the primary liaison with the Office of Undergraduate and Graduate Admissions and assist coaches throughout the application process.
• Act on behalf of Intercollegiate Athletics to the Campus Admissions Committee regarding admitting recruits.
• Participate in team meetings and convey admissions and NCAA eligibility requirements to coaches and student-athletes.
• Provide in-depth information on admissions requirements, prerequisite courses, and school/college programs.
• Liaise with Admissions Transfer Director(s) to evaluate transfer prospective student-athletes.
• Complete other duties as assigned, including professional development and providing annual reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• 3-5 years of experience in a collegiate admissions/intercollegiate athletics environment.
• Thorough knowledge of NCAA eligibility legislation, especially related to initial and transfer eligibility.
• Previous experience in recruiting or admissions on a college campus.
• Current knowledge of applicable rules and regulations of the NCAA and other associations.
• Comprehensive knowledge of academic programs, admissions requirements, and financial aid programs at colleges/universities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and strong attention to detail.
• Experience working with a diverse student population.
• Ability to interpret and communicate University policies to prospective students.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree from an accredited institution.
• 5-8 years of experience in a collegiate admissions/intercollegiate athletics environment.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion values.
• Experience with the broad diversity of the University community.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships within the University community.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Support for dual-career couples
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion