Assistant Athletic Director, Academics & Student Development | Pepperdine University

  • NCAA Market
  • 08/21/2026

Job Description

Malibu, California, Direct and implement the day-to-day operations of the Pepperdine Athletic Department’s academic support program including oversight of full-time academic coordinators, tutoring and mentoring program, and student-athlete development/leadership programming; oversee academic advising program for designated teams. Duties Advise and monitor satisfactory progress of student-athletes according to Pepperdine, Conference and NCAA rules and regulations. Includes evaluation and certification of transfer and continuing eligibility and data collection for APR, GSR and Federal Graduation rate. Oversee Academic Support and Student-Athlete Leadership Development day to day operations. Includes development and management of athletic department academic policies, management of Teamworks Academics and supervising tutoring and mentoring program. Create, manage and deliver student-athlete development focused programming leadership curriculum, career development and life skills along with Director of Academic Support and Student-Athlete Development. Includes SAAC and other department initiatives. Serve as a liaison with faculty and maintain contact with coaching and administrative staff. Serve as academic advisor for assigned sports, including Men's Basketball. Oversee full-time staff and student-workers. Serve as sport administrator for assigned sport(s). Perform other duties as assigned. Uphold University mission through work performed. Bachelor's degree. At least 5 years of experience in academic support with student-athletes. Experience in a supervisory capacity for both staff and student-workers. Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Exceptional writing skills, attention to detail, and ability to work with various personality types. Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work in a collaborative environment, and a high level of professionalism in all situations. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Apps required.

Level

College/University