Sport Psychologist
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
- The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
- The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
- Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
- UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
Position Information
General Information
| Position Number |
012912 |
| Vacancy Open to |
All Candidates |
| Working Title |
Sport Psychologist |
| Position Designation |
EHRA Non-Faculty |
| Employment Type |
Permanent - Full-time |
| Months per Year |
12 |
| Work Schedule |
8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Monday - Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary. |
| Hours per week |
40 |
| FLSA Status |
Exempt |
| Division |
Student Affairs |
| Department |
Counseling & Health Serv (Adm) |
| Work Location |
Price Center for Counseling and Psychological Services |
| Salary Range |
$65,783 - $80,544 |
| Primary Purpose of Department |
The Center for Counseling and Psychological Services (
CAPS) at Charlotte supports the holistic well-being and academic success of students by providing clinical services, educational outreach programs, case management, and professional training. We serve as a welcoming, affirming, and accessible campus resource to support students' well-being. |
| Primary Purpose of Position |
This position will deliver clinical and sport psychology services to student-athletes in a collaborative effort to enhance the personal, academic, and athletic success of student-athletes. The position provides consultation and educational outreach services to athletes, coaches, and athletic department staff. |
| Summary of Position Responsibilities |
Supervised by the Director of the Center for Counseling & Psychological Services with secondary supervision from the Executive Associate Director of Athletics, this position will deliver clinical services to student-athletes, including members of Charlotte's cheerleading squad; provide consultation to teams, coaches, and other staff; and deliver educational programming. Additionally, the position will oversee the continued development of the program to provide psychological services to student-athletes and teams, including supervision of a postdoctoral fellow in sport psychology. |
| Minimum Education/Experience |
Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Counseling Psychology or Clinical Psychology, or a closely related field from an
APA-approved (or equivalent) program. Must have at least 2 years of experience evaluating and treating traditional and non-traditional college students, including direct clinical and performance work with student-athletes. |
| Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience |
Strong clinical background with specialized experience providing psychotherapy to collegiate student-athletes. Proven experience in multidisciplinary collaboration and consultation within athletic departments. Experience delivering team-level interventions and sport-focused outreach programming. |
| Necessary Certifications/Licenses |
License-eligible as a Psychologist, as evidenced by having passed the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (
EPPP) and having completed all required supervised hours for licensure. License-eligible candidates will be considered, with the requirement to become independently licensed within 12 months of the hire date. |
| Preferred Certifications/Licenses |
Full independent licensure within the State of North Carolina as a Psychologist (LP). Certified Mental Performance Consultant. |
| Special Notes to Applicants |
- The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
- The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
- Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
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| Posting Open Date |
11/05/2026 |
| Posting Close Date |
11/19/2026 |
| Open Until Filled |
No |
| Proposed Hire Date |
01/19/2027 |
| If time-limited please indicate appointment end date |
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| Contact Information |
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Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- UNC Charlotte Website
- HERC Job Board
- Inside Higher Education
- Mitratech Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)
- Another Website
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Other
Where did you learn about this posting?
(Open Ended Question)
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This position requires a Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Counseling Psychology or Clinical Psychology or a closely related field from an APA-approved (or equivalent) program. Do you meet this requirement?
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At least 2 years of experience evaluating and treating traditional and non-traditional college students, including direct clinical and performance work with student-athletes is required for this position. Do you meet this requirement?
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Are you currently licensed as a Psychologist, OR license-eligible by having passed the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) and completed all required supervised hours? (Note: If hired as license-eligible, independent licensure is required within 12 months of hire.)
Required Documents
- Resume / Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
- Contact Information for References
Optional Documents
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University of North Carolina Charlotte
Nov 13, 2026