Assistant Director of Academic Support
About The Position
The Athletics Academic Support Coordinator supports the academic success and eligibility of Pepperdine student-athletes. The role implements individualized academic plans, monitors progress toward degree completion, and ensures compliance with University, conference, and NCAA academic standards. Working with coaching staff and campus partners, the coordinator provides timely academic updates and contributes to student-athlete development in and beyond the classroom. This is a restricted, nonexempt position scheduled for 40 hours per week. The expected pay range is $25.96–$28.84 per hour. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant factors, including work experience, market conditions, education or training, and skill level. Pepperdine states that it offers a competitive benefits package but does not specify individual benefits in the posting. Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. The University is religiously affiliated with the Churches of Christ and seeks employees who support its institutional goals and mission. Candidates should respect workplace differences and be able to work effectively with people from different backgrounds. Employment offers are contingent on successful criminal, education, and employment screening.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- At least 2 years of experience in academic support with student-athletes.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Apps.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree or higher.
- NCAA Division I experience and knowledge of NCAA Division I rules.
- Knowledge of developing an at-risk program and experience in learning strategies.
- Former student-athlete experience.
- Knowledge of PeopleSoft, NCAA software, and Teamworks software.
Responsibilities
- Advise student-athletes on and monitor their satisfactory academic progress under Pepperdine, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations for assigned teams.
- Implement and structure academic plans for specified student-athletes.
- Provide assigned teams' coaching staffs with real-time academic progress data.
- Assist with evaluating and certifying continuing and transfer student-athlete eligibility.
- Manage the book program for student-athletes on athletic scholarships.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Uphold the University mission through work performed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
