Position Description

The Department of Athletics at Bloomsburg is seeking an Athletic Success and Student Support Coordinator (SUA1) who is responsible for assisting the Director of Athletics and Associate Athletic Director/SWA with the daily operation of the athletic department and coordinating various administrative functions within the department focused on operations and student academic success. The primary responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, games management, supporting the holistic academic endeavors of student-athletes, advise student-athletes on academic progress and develop reporting standards for retention and matriculation, develop and implement educational programming, academic support, civic engagement (Student Athletic Advisory Committee (SAAC) and, various special projects, such as written assessment of student-athletes’ experiences and academic tracking, as well as general office management duties. Candidates applying should also possess demonstrated qualities that would further the academic mission and vision of Bloomsburg Athletics.

Examples of Duties

Manage the events and programmatic efforts of various athletic teams and scheduling.

Assist in the educational programming for student-athletes, along with complete oversight of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC).

Work closely with the Associate Director of Athletics to establish academic protocols that ensure retention, course completion and college completion, along with partnering with other university units to ensure a supportive academic environment.

Serve as an academic point of contact for prospective student-athletes. Meet with at-risk student-athletes and develop academic improvement plans.

Support the efforts of the athletic department, as assigned by the Director of Athletics to support the goals of the University and Athletics, including Title IX and Gender Equity.

Plan, promote, and manage all operations for the Husky Tailgate Zone at home football games

Manage athletic ticketing and the online marketplace to track and fulfill season, group, and individual game purchases while providing superior customer service

Support the Minors on Campus Committee in their continued assessment of all Bloomsburg University events to ensure the safety of those on campus.

Work collaboratively with Bloomsburg’s Community Government Association to enhance the student-athlete experience and achieve the strategic missions of Bloomsburg Athletics on projects such as “The Big Event”

Support Residence Life and Auxiliary Services in athletic related functions, including student-athlete move in, winter housing, spring break housing, summer camps, and other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

The Position Purpose and Description of Duties sections summarized above provide a representative listing only and should not be regarded as a complete statement of tasks performed by incumbent of this position. It should be recognized, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job related duties in addition to those outlined above.

DECISION MAKING
The incumbent must use professional judgment on a daily basis while executing independent decision-making (For example, managing and assignment of tailgating locations, academic support of student-athletes and scheduling, and reporting on retention). Decisions made sometimes affect one coach or team, and often affect several individuals or the entire athletic department. Judgment decisions are important to the enhancement of the fan and student-athlete experience and could minimize issues with outside groups, officials or even the NCAA. Decisions are to be clearly communicated to involved parties via personal contact, email, or department meetings while adhering to the overall athletic department’s programmatic and goal direction. When a decision requires the Athletic Director’s approval, the incumbent is expected to present all options and provide a recommendation.

FISCAL RESPONSBILITY
Assists and works with Student Success Office, Athletic Director, Associate AD/SWA, and coaching staffs with the development of student success.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSBILITY

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  Graduate Assistants
• Work Study Students assigned to Tailgate and event activities

Qualifying Experience / Education

Minimum Experience and Training:

• Bachelor’s degree required, Masters preferred.
• Previous experience in intercollegiate athletics and/or as a student-athlete (experience as a student athlete is preferred)
• Familiarity with athletic best practices and theory
• Working understanding of intercollegiate athletics
• Ability to work collaboratively with all campus departments
• Valid Driver’s License

Applicant must possess these skills, knowledge, and abilities or to be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Strong organizational, decision-making, and time management skills.
• Interpersonal skills to relate to coaches, athletes, officials, university constituents, and guests in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work and communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficient in the use of MS Word, Excel and Outlook, as well as Adobe InDesign and Photoshop, ESS/E-Time, EMS scheduling software, and the university work order system.
• Ability to act professionally in a variety of situations.
• Ability to balance competing needs with the best interests of the entire department.
• Understanding and knowledge of the Bloomsburg University sponsored sports to support department efforts is required.
• Ability to write/compose documents for internal and external use on behalf of the Athletics Department.
• Skill in interpreting and implementing regulations related to intercollegiate athletics.
• Ability to lift/carry/move athletic and promotional materials in and outside, weighing up to 60 pounds

Applicants will be further on the following criteria:

• Demonstrated experience with game operations
• Demonstrated experience with scheduling and management of athletic events
• Demonstrated ability to manage ticketing processes
• Experience with background checks and clearances processes
• Demonstrated experience with academic scheduling/advisement
• Demonstrated experience with academic support for student-athletes
• Educational programming experience
• Demonstrated experience with community engagement activities
• Earned master's degree

Supplemental Information

Location: Department of Athletics
Supervisor: Dr. Michael McFarland, Director of Athletics
Appointment: Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours per week). This is a 12-month position. Weekly hours will be set according to athletic, student, and collaborative needs. Weekend and evening hours will be required.

The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education provides a comprehensive package of employer benefits to eligible employees and their enrolled dependent(s), which include*:

• Medical and prescription drug benefits.
• Generous retirement plans, two options
• Tuition benefits for employees and dependents.
• Paid time off (holidays, annual leave, sick leave, personal leave).
• Employer-paid dental and vision benefits.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Voluntary insurances and additional retirement programs.

• Specific benefits may vary based upon university, employee group and/or collective bargaining unit. Visit https://www.passhe.edu/inside/HR/syshr/healthcare/Pages/PEBTF.aspx for additional information regarding benefits.

Completing this search is contingent upon available funding.

Finalists must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process.

Prior to a final offer of employment the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and credential verification, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance and criminal background. Please do NOT submit copies of background clearances as part of the application process. Unsolicited background clearances attached to the application will be promptly removed/deleted by the Office of Human Resources and Labor Relations.

Application Procedure:

Application materials must be submitted by 11:59 PM on September 18, 2022. A complete application includes an application addressing qualifications and experience for the position, resume, cover letter and three professional references. Submit application materials via the Online Recruitment System by the last day to apply. Applications may be entered online by pressing “Apply” at the top of this job vacancy. For any questions relating to the search or the application process, please contact Brenda Pitonyak at (570) 389-4833 or bpitonya@bloomu.edu

The University prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital or family status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability in any decision regarding admissions, employment, or participation in a University program or activity in accordance with the letter and spirit of federal, state, and local non-discrimination and equal opportunity laws, such as Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendments Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act.

The University also complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crimes Statistics Act, as amended by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Title IX prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discrimination. VAWA imposes additional duties on universities and colleges to investigate and respond to reports of sexual assault, stalking, and dating or domestic violence, and to publish policies and procedures related to the way these reports are handled. The University has designated the Title IX Coordinator (Jennifer Raup, Elwell Hall, ORL, 570-389-4808, jraup@bloomu.edu or titleixcoord@bloomu.edu), to coordinate the University’s compliance with Title IX and VAWA and to respond to reports of violations. The University has directed the University Police Department to coordinate the University’s compliance with the VAWA-related Clery reporting requirements. Additionally, inquiries concerning Title IX and its implementing regulation can be made to the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, Region III, The Wanamaker Building, 100 Penn Square East - Suite 505, Philadelphia, PA 19107; Phone: (215) 656-6010; Fax: (215) 656-6020.