Reporting to the Deputy Athletic Director, the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Development will oversee the Academic, Life Skills and Career Development areas within the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.This position will serve on senior staff and may have sport supervisory duties.he Senior Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athletes Development will serve on university committees, will serve as an advocate for Grand Canyon University student-athletes, and will build positive relationships with faculty, staff and other constituents across campus.