Athletics Academic Coordinator

University of North Florida Alumni Association•Jacksonville, FL

18h

About The Position

The academic coordinator will provide holistic academic support and monitor the academic progress of assigned student-athletes from matriculation to graduation and assist with the coordination of assigned academic programs as well as student-athlete development events and initiatives.

Requirements

Master's or Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219.

Responsibilities

Provides academic support to student-athletes and assists with academic coaching in areas including study skills, time management, organizational skills, and other aspects of student life.
Meets regularly with students to monitor academic progress, class attendance, and grades.
Communicates student-athletes' academic progress, grade checks and reporting weekly to coaching staff.
Provides information to student-athletes and coaches regarding institutional polices, academic requirements and athletic eligibility.
Provides assistance in course scheduling, career planning, and other University academic requirements.
Serves as a liaison between student-athletes and faculty, academic departments, and professional advisors in the university.
Monitors and tracks athletic eligibility and academic progress in collaboration with certifying officer and professional advisors.
Participates in the recruiting process by meeting with prospective student-athletes in assigned sports.
Assists in the development of student-athlete orientation, career, personal and professional development programs.
Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.