Coordinator / Student-Athlete Development

The Virginia Tech Department of Athletics embraces the core values of Integrity, Service, Honor, Excellence, and Strong Together. Guided by our motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), we are committed to fostering a culture that accepts, affirms, and values all individuals and their unique contributions to the department, university, and broader community.

This position will be responsible for supporting the planning, promotion, and execution of programs for the Office of Student-Athlete Development. The position will be responsible for the coordinating the logistics and operational components leading up to and during programming. These programs will focus on personal, career, and leadership development, including community outreach opportunities, relationship violence education, mental health programming, career development initiatives and other events.

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and events at one time.
Effective communication skills.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality as well as a high standard of integrity and professionalism.
Ability to engage effectively with others of diverse cultures or backgrounds.
Ability to work a non-standard work week which will include evenings, weekends, etc.

Bachelor’s degree or master's degree in an appropriate discipline from an accredited institution.
Experience in college athletics as a student-athlete or working in intercollegiate athletics.
Experience working with student-athletes at a NCAA Division I university.
Relevant experience in the area of life skills program development with collegiate student-athletes preferred.
General working knowledge of NCAA regulations and policies as it relates to student-athlete development.

3

Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Regular

$30 per hour.  Up to $45,000 per year.

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8/1/25

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The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance.  These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.