The Assistant Athletic Director/ Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is responsible for the holistic development of Illinois State student-athletes, and will provide the education, resources, and opportunities that support learning essential life skills vital to student-athlete success at Illinois State and beyond. The Assistant Athletic Director/ Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will build rapport and relationships with student-athletes, coaches, and campus/community partners. The Assistant Athletic Director will develop, manage, and execute services that address the recruitment, retention, graduation, and professional placement of all student-athletes; assess and identify the challenges of minority student-athletes as it relates to first generation college students, socioeconomic and diverse