Assistant/Associate Director of Academic Services

Baylor University•Waco, TX

About The Position

This position provides support within academic support services at Baylor University, and is responsible for advising, monitoring, and tracking academic progress of student-athletes. The ability to interact with a wide range of constituents including student-athletes, coaches and Athletics staff, faculty, and campus partners is essential. The ideal candidate must have prior intercollegiate athletics advising experience. A Bachelor's Degree, two years of relevant experience, and a Christian faith are required. A Master's Degree and 2-3 years of relevant experience are preferred. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis. As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages. Explore & Engage Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds . Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

Requirements

A Bachelor's Degree
Two years of relevant experience
A Christian faith
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis

Nice To Haves

A Master's Degree
2-3 years of relevant experience
Be someone who can embrace and champion the Christian Mission of Baylor
Desire and experience working with Olympic sports
Experience leading student workers
Experience with office manager tasks and responsibilities
Interest in continuing to grow as a collegiate administrator
A great ability to use the art of connecting with others to move and inspire people (students and staff)
Proven ability to use a systematic approach to solve complex problems
Intentional processes that lead to successful implementation and sustained success
A knack for holding themselves, peers, and direct reports accountable to elite standards
Be someone who can take well laid plans and vision to the next level

Responsibilities

Academic Advising: Direct contact with coaches and student-athletes (personal, academic and career advising; changing schedules, assisting in procedural matters, and verifying that classes meet degree requirements as well as NCAA eligibility requirements).
Monitor academic eligibility of student-athletes. Communicate with supervisor and Athletics Compliance Office any pertinent information.
Academic Liaison: Communicate with campus advisors, professors, and other faculty relating to requirements, progress, and the academic standing of the assigned student-athletes.
Other Duties: Assist in requiring all intercollegiate athletic programs to maintain compliance with Baylor University policies and procedures, as well as Big 12 conference and NCAA rules and regulations. Communicate immediately any possible NCAA infractions to the Athletic Compliance staff. Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
Ability to comply with University policies
Maintain regular and punctual attendance