Athletics Academic Advisor I or II (AP26-090)

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville • Edwardsville, IL

62d • $42,500 - $45,500 • Onsite

About The Position

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE), a premier metropolitan university, is seeking an Athletics Academic Advisor I or II (AP26-090) to provide academic support to student-athletes. SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility and shaping the workforce of the future through a comprehensive education and hands-on research opportunities. As one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area, SIUE has a significant economic impact on the region. SIUE Athletics has a history of academic success, including being ranked #1 nationally among public institutions in Graduation Success Rate by the NCAA.

Requirements

• Master's Degree (for Academic Advisor I)
• Master's Degree + 2 Years of Direct Advising Experience (for Academic Advisor II)
• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and maintain strong organizational skills
• Ability to interact with a variety of individuals, including student athletes, coaches, and faculty/staff
• Proficiency in using technology
• Full understanding of NCAA rules pertaining to the position
• Immediate reporting of any known or suspected NCAA rule violations to the Vice Chancellor/Director of Athletics or designee.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of NCAA bylaws related to academic eligibility

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support to assigned student-athletes and emphasize the importance of academics.
• Assist assigned student-athletes with developing skills for academic success.
• Regularly communicate with student athletes, coaches, and administrative staff to ensure academic concerns are addressed in a timely manner.
• Monitor NCAA progress towards degree requirements and advise student athletes accordingly.
• Perform eligibility audits on incoming transfers and freshmen.
• Discuss academic support services with prospective student athletes.
• Provide coaches with feedback on admissibility.
• Evaluate prospective student athletes' academic information and communicate eligibility concerns.
• Meet with first-year and academically at-risk student athletes regularly to foster academic success and provide interventions.
• Monitor student athletes' progress in classes and communicate issues to coaches and sport administrators.
• Meet with Student Athletes to provide accurate, current curricular information on programs.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date student records using university systems.
• Educate students on institutional policies and procedures, including degree requirements, course add/drop procedures, and graduation requirements.
• Provide consistent and frequent communication to coaches and sport administrators on the academic progress of assigned student-athletes.
• Prepare regular reports for coaches and sport administrators detailing academic performance, study hall, and tutoring hours.

Benefits

• The job description does not explicitly list benefits, but it does mention that SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area with a significant economic impact.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level