Athletics Professional IV, Athletics Operations (Athletics)

Lead and strategically direct a comprehensive Division I student-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 budget oversight and resource allocation authority for student-athlete development programming. Provide institutional subject matter expertise and strategic education related to Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) within evolving regulatory frameworks. Serve as primary advisor to SAAC, influencing student leadership engagement and institutional feedback channels. Supervise assigned staff, graduate assistants, and student employees, including hiring, development, evaluation, and performance oversight consistent with expectations. Serve on various ICA working groups covering a variety of topics related to student success. Serve on University Committees as requested or appointed. Architect and oversee leadership and experiential learning pipelines, including structured internship partnerships. Direct comprehensive career readiness strategy, including professional skill development, resume coaching, and employer engagement preparation. Meet as needed with prospective student-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 conferences and 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 into programming 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 backgrounds. Ability to establish working relationships and interact collaboratively and effectively with other staff, student-athletes, coaches, administrators, and the University of Arizona community. Excellent administrative, oral, and written communication skills including skill in writing memos and reports. Ability to demonstrate creative, organizational, and analytical skills; exceptional attention to detail. Knowledge of institutional, conference, and NCAA rules. Ability to exercise sound judgment and handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and according to FERPA regulations.