Visiting Big Ten Fellow

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Job Information:

Title:

Visiting Big Ten Fellow

Classification Title:

Academic Professional

Job Location or Region:

Urbana-Champaign - 133

Job Description Reason:

Vacancy

Appointment Type:

Permanent

Position Number:

UC4067

Position Class Code:

TAAAF-VST UPRFL

Employee Group:

B - Academic Professionals

COA:

1 - Urbana

Organization Code:

336000

Organization Name:

Intercollegiate Athletics

College/Administrative Unit:

NU-Div Intercollegiate Athletics

HR Information:

Full Time Equivalent (FTE):

1

Is this position Security Sensitive?

Is this a Protection of Minors position?

Purchasing Authority of $5,000 or more?

Supervisory Authority of 20 or more?

Organizational Relationship:

Chancellor

Director, Division of Intercollegiate Athletics

Executive Senior Associate Athletic Director, Sport Administration

Senior Associate Athletic Director, Sport Administration/Inclusion

Big Ten Fellow

PRIMARY POSITION FUNCTION/SUMMARY

The Visiting – Big Ten Fellow will provide departmental education and leadership in the areas of unity, belonging, recruitment and retention for both student-athletes and DIA staff. Engage and empower Fighting Illini student-athletes to embrace their own athletic experiences to enhance their growth and life preparation.

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Educate

• Provide advocacy, education, and advise a sustaining climate of unity and belonging within the DIA

• Facilitate staff education using resources from the NCAA Office of Inclusion and Big Ten Conference

• Engage with donors and alumni to share the DIA’s mission and vision Serve as a member of committees within  the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics’ that focus on education, recruitment and retention, and unity

• Collaborate with the student-athlete development staff to advise and oversee affinity groups and special programs

• Promote a commitment to civility, respect for proper authority, and appreciation for life and property

75%

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Strategic Leadership

• Aid in the development and implementation of programs and processes which serve to assure the welfare of all student-athletes

• Routinely initiate independent communication and interaction with a wide range of individuals internal and external to the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics

• Serve as a vehicle to promote understanding, empathy, communication, and respect amongst all people

• Oversee the creation and distribution of unit-related graphics and social media content

• Work closely with individuals and groups to build relationships and promote sports programs, the DIA, and the University

• Serve as a visible, positive ambassador for University of Illinois and DIA in all public-facing responsibilities

• Monitor processes and systems to ensure compliance with rules and regulations

• Use initiative and experiences to resolve issues pertaining to program matters

• Foster the strategic vision of the DIA to staff and coaches

• Use Illinois Athletics and the traditions it embodies, old and new, as a platform to unify all stakeholders across the Illini life cycle, heal as needed, and propel our school spirit and campus pride forward with an emphasis of belonging

25%

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• Required: Bachelor’s degree

Experience:

• Required: 1 - 2 or years of work in developing initiatives and programs in equity, diversity and inclusion

Specialty Factors:

Preferred Qualifications:

Education

• Preferred:  Master’s degree

• Maintain knowledge of, and compliance with, specific NCAA, Big Ten Conference, and institution rules that relate to this position is required

• Critical understanding of the complexities of minoritized identities and social justice

• Demonstrate experience with operational policies and procedures planning, review, and development

• Ability to manage multiple collaborative projects and systems in fast-paced environment

• Demonstrate excellence in written and verbal communication and organizational skills

• Demonstrate strong integrity and character who shares a commitment for knowing and complying with NCAA, B1G Ten Conference and University rules.

Championship Mindset and Expectations

Understands and displays professionalism and integrity that builds and maintains trust between student-athletes and fellow DIA staff;

Prioritizes and contributes to the life changing student-athlete experience;

Adheres to University, DIA, Big Ten, and NCAA rules and regulations;

Commitment to the Athletics Department and University’s mission and values;

Flexible to various scheduling to include nights, weekend work and some holidays, team travel; and

Maintain professional competency and skills required for professional practice.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Providing this information helps ensure that the essential functions of the position are fully documented for the benefit of employees, applicants, and the university.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions Comments:

Manager Approval

Manager Approver

Shamaila, Breanna

Date Approved/Finalized

4/8/2025