Director, Student-Athlete Development

Posted Date: Sep 17, 2025

QUALIFICATION

  • Salary Expectation
    Unknown
  • Years of Experience
    2+ Years
  • Work Type
    Part-time

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Athletic Director
Conference
Big Ten (DI)

SPORTS/DEPARTMENT

About the Job
Job Description

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please Note: This position is represented by the Student Services Advisor and Professionals (SSAP) bargaining unit.

 

Position Summary

The Director of Student-Athlete Development supports and advances the mission of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics by coordinating and implementing programs that enhance the personal growth, leadership development, life skills, and community engagement of student-athletes. Reporting directly to the Assistant Athletic Director of Student-Athlete Development, this position plays a pivotal role in executing strategic initiatives, managing signature programs, and building relationships with campus, community, and professional partners. The Director will oversee designated program areas, supervise assigned staff and student leaders, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, impactful programming.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
Qualifications

  • 2–4 years of experience in student-athlete support, student development, or a related field. (Required)
Department History

University of California, Los Angeles Student Services 2025–2026

Person Role

Ric Coy

Assistant Athletics Director, Student-Athlete Development

Kenny Donaldson

Senior Associate Athletics Director, Academic & Championship Excellence

Greg Loza

Director, Academic Excellence

Jessica Vernon

Associate Athletics Director, Academic Excellence

Jay Fantone

Associate Director, Academic Support

Andrew Garcia

Associate Director, Student-Athlete Success - Women's Basketball

Indi Johnson

Associate Director, Student-Athlete Success - Men's Basketball

Melisa Garcia

Assistant Director, Career Education & Development

University of California, Los Angeles Student Services 2024–2025

Person Role

Ric Coy

Assistant Athletics Director, Student-Athlete Development

Arif Kapasi

Associate Athletics Director, Cap Management

Kenny Donaldson

Senior Associate Athletics Director, Academic & Championship Excellence

Linda Lassiter

Director, Student-Athlete Counseling

Jay Fantone

Associate Director, Academic Support

Andrew Garcia

Associate Director, Student-Athlete Success - Women's Basketball

Sean Webster

Assistant Director, Eligibility Services

Madeline Walsh

Assistant Director, Name, Image and Likeness

University of California, Los Angeles Student Services 2023–2024

Person Role

Ric Coy

Assistant Athletic Director, Student-Athlete Development

Linda Lassiter

Director, Student-Athlete Counseling

Dr. Chris Praetzel

Director, Student-Athlete Mental Health Programs

Jenna Makis

Director, Student-Athlete Services

Savanna Forry

Associate Director, Student-Athlete Success - Football

Andrew Garcia

Associate Director, Student-Athlete Success

Jay Fantone

Assistant Director, Academic & Student Services Peer Learning

Sean Webster

Assistant Director, Eligibility Services

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