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Associate/Sr. Associate AD of Health & Performance - Health Care Admin

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Position Information

Position Details

Position Title

Associate/Sr. Associate AD of Health & Performance - Health Care Admin

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Position Number

Z90457

Position Status

Full-Time

Regular Work Hours

Mon-Fri, 8a-5p (evenings or weekends as required)

Location

Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Description

University Overview

Wichita State University has a long tradition of innovation and entrepreneurship that spurs the economy and serves the needs of the local community. This is the place where anything is possible. Where collaboration and innovative ideas shape the future, and entrepreneurship is in our bones. If you have the creativity, passion and insight to help us build a brighter future for our city, state and world—this is the place where you belong.

Position Specific Responsibilities

In intercollegiate athletics, strong leadership is paramount & this might be your time to shine. We will be considering candidates that meet criteria for a Senior level &/or for an Associate level role. Please see additional details regarding differences in criteria below in various sections. The selected candidate will be offered the role their qualifications meet. For this role, we seek a forward-thinking professional to embrace the numerous aspects of the position needing oversight. You must be driven to continually research new practices/techniques that would benefit the safety & welfare of our student-athletes and our department. One main focus is on building and maintaining the synergy between all systems involved for the best outcome of those being served. Your leadership & experience in athletics will take center stage & is crucial bridging the gaps and streamlining procedures to provide a high level of efficiency. Oversight with this position extends to Sports Medicine, Sports Performance, Nutrition, Mental Health & Performance as well as Sport Science areas. Apply now for this opportunity!

Summary of Responsibilities

Provides leadership and strategic direction for all personnel and functions associated with the health and performance team, including but not limited to, point of contact for the Sports Medicine partnership with medical affiliates. Collaborates on the establishment, definition, planning, and communication of the vision and direction for health and performance team. 

Essential Functions

Serves as the primary Athletics Health Care Administrator to oversee the health and performance team in collaboration with leadership. Directs cross-functional teams while ensuring strategic development of cutting-edge student-athlete care including but not limited to: highly efficient synergy between Shocker Athletics and medical affiliates, maximization of available resources and identification and usage of alternative treatment therapies. Provides expert level strategic leadership and planning to the health and performance team which incorporates consistent and innovative training and accountability practices for personnel within units. Ensures adherence to all University, department, National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) and American Athletics Conference (AAC) policies, procedures and regulations. Represents the University through collaborative engagements on campus and conference committees. Demonstrates a daily commitment to the department mission to “develop young people and programs, the Shocker Way, through first-class service to our student-athletes, coaches and Shocker Nation”, including core values, student-athlete development and broad-based competitive excellence. Provides on-site and in-person leadership which includes working long hours to include nights, weekends and moderate travel.

Commitment

Wichita State University is committed to inclusive excellence. WSU is the only urban-serving public university in Kansas and has the most diverse student body of all the Kansas state universities. Wichita State University recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran. Wichita State University has a clear goal in this regard: to be the place where our talented faculty and staff reflect and promote the evolving diversity of our society. We pride ourselves on being the most innovative university in Kansas, delivering the best educational experience to our students with the distinction for opening pathways to real-life learning, applied research and career opportunities that make people want to stay in Kansas. Our campus provides an experience that promotes all forms of diversity, equity and inclusion, a place to learn, work, live and play.

Requirements

Minimum Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Preferred Education

Certifications within the realm of Sports Health & Performance Athletic Training Certification

Minimum Experience

Eight (8) years of experience in intercollegiate athletics administration, student athlete health and performance, or related field, with three (3) years of experience in a leadership role. Every 15 hours of graduate college coursework beyond a bachelor’s degree can be substituted for one (1) year of experience.

Preferred Experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Extensive experience in Athletics Health & Performance including supervision of unit(s). Knowledge of cutting-edge trainings & treatments for high-performance athletes. Strategic planning and policy and procedure development. Dynamic leadership abilities to drive synergies between cross-functional Health & Performance units. Experience in the growth and maximization of resources available. Commitment to the highest level of student-athlete welfare.

Licenses, Certificates and Registrations

Valid Kansas driver’s license

Sponsorship

User Export Compliance

No export control requirement.

Additional Information

Associate Level – Minimum Experience:Five (5) years of experience in intercollegiate athletics administration, student athlete health and performance, or related field, with one (1) year of experience in a leadership role. Every15 hours of graduate college coursework beyond a bachelor’s degree can be substituted for one (1) year of experience.

Special Instructions

Department Information

Department

8010-Athletic Training

Salary Information

Pay Information

Sr role: Pay range $98,000/yr, Associate role: Pay range $86,000/yr, both adjusted based on qualifications & experience

Overtime Eligibility

No

Eligible for Shift Differential?

No

Benefits Eligible?

Yes

Benefit Information

ICAA offers a variety of benefit programs which are designed to enhance employment. Many of these benefits are available immediately and some with a wait period.• Comprehensive health, dental, vision and supplemental coverage offerings• Telemedicine and Prescription coverage• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance• Long Term Disability• Generous time off accruals• Paid Parental Leave• Employee Assistance Program• Discounts on campus and throughout Wichita through ShockerStart

Requisition Details

Requisition Details

Posting Date

11/02/2023

Closing Date

Proposed Start Date

Physical Demands

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements

Ability to remain in a stationary position. – Frequent 60-90%Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. – Frequent 60-90%Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information. – Frequent 60-90%Ability to move or traverse across campus, within buildings and offices, and/or across external environments. – Occasional 30-60%

Physical Weight Category

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Light work involves remaining stationary most of the time.

Additional Physical Demands

Physical Demands

Atypical Physical Job Requirements

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * Can you meet all educational, experiential and knowledge, skills and ability requirements for this position?

   • Yes
   • No

3. * What is your desired salary range?

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1. * When would you be available to start if offered the position?

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1. * Indicate any additional certifications &/OR experience not on your resume that would set you apart from the rest of the candidates. Please indicate including dates.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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