Athletic Academic Advisor II - Football
About The Position
The Athletic Academic Advisor II – Football, under the general supervision of the Director of Athletic Academic Services, advises undergraduate football student-athletes regarding academic requirements, degree progression, and career goals. The position supports student-athletes in navigating university academic policies and procedures to promote academic progress and success. The advisor maintains regular communication with the Office of Athletic Compliance regarding academic eligibility and related requirements and participates in state, regional, and national professional meetings and specialized training to remain current on best practices in athletic academic advising. The salary is commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience, within the assigned salary range for the position. Work beyond normal office hours and/or weekends is required, and travel is required. All positions are security-sensitive and require a criminal history investigation; employment is contingent upon verification of credentials and other information required by institutional procedures.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field.
- Two years of related experience in advising and recruiting.
- Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
- Knowledge of student information systems, degree planning, and degree audits.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
- Ability to present information clearly and concisely.
- Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
- Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work beyond normal office hours and/or on weekends.
- Ability to travel.
Responsibilities
- Provide academic advising based on practices outlined by NACADA and N4A and relevant academic advising and student development theories.
- Assist the Associate Athletic Director of Compliance with individual team certifications and perform administrative duties essential to the office’s daily functioning, including monitoring overall NCAA compliance.
- Help student-athletes establish and revise semester and annual goals and implement action plans to achieve them.
- Promote student learning, development, and personal growth to empower self-sufficiency; provide proactive referrals, timely reminders, and targeted individual and group communications through email, texting, and social media.
- Collaborate with campus community members on student retention initiatives and contribute to appropriate committees and task forces to advocate for students.
- Conduct research on academic advising topics and assist in organizing professional development activities.
- Stay current on NCAA, SWAC, and PVAMU rules and regulations concerning student-athletes, including policies and procedures affecting eligibility and graduation.
- Submit weekly academic updates to the head coach or designee regarding student-athletes’ eligibility progress and progress toward graduation.
- Use EAB Navigate to maintain notes on the caseload for more intensive advising.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
