Athletics Academic Coordinator

University of California, Irvine•Irvine, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu. The mission of Intercollegiate Athletics at the University of California, Irvine is to facilitate and enrich the education and personal growth of its students through their participation in competitive NCAA Division I athletics. Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to the welfare of student-athletes and staff, and advocates an environment that promotes excellence in athletic and academic performance, sportsmanship, diversity, and gender equity. Intercollegiate Athletics also supports the University of California's mission of public service and serves to generate a unifying spirit among students, faculty, staff, and alumni that transcends communities, cultures, and generations.(https://ucirvinesports.com/)

Requirements

Knowledge and experience in analyzing problems and identifying solutions for problem-solving; skills and experience in developing and administering programs.
Familiarity with research methodologies and research designs.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local requirements to provide for access, health, confidentiality, and safety; legal and ethical issues governing the delivery of counseling services.
Knowledge of the methodologies used to enhance student achievement.
Knowledge of trends and issues facing low-income and first-generation college, underrepresented, disadvantaged, physically challenged, and under prepared students in higher education.
Knowledge of the theories and practice of counseling, learning, human and career development.
Knowledge of University, college, and major requirements, policies and procedures, including policies on handling student records and confidential documents.
Knowledge of personal growth and development areas, including critical thinking, effective communication, self-appraisal, self-esteem, clarification of values, appropriate career choices, and leadership.
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
1-3 years Experience working/interning in college academic services

Nice To Haves

1-3 years Working knowledge of NCAA Rules and Regulations

Responsibilities

Report directly to the Assistant Athletic Director, Academic & Student Services.
Perform limited range of counseling and advising targeted to student athletes while working in conjunction with Academic Advisors from respective academic units on campus.
Monitor satisfactory academic progress of student-athletes.
Provide academic reports by sport on a weekly basis to respective coaches for assigned programs.
Provide academic reports on a quarterly basis in alignment with university progress in conjunction with Compliance and NCAA Certification Officer.
Be knowledgeable with NCAA Academic Rules as well as university academic policies and procedures.
Assist student-athletes in developing problem-solving, self-management, and organization skills.
Provide students with test preparation techniques and strategies.
Assume liaison responsibility by regularly communicating with Coaching Staff, Campus Academic Advisors, Admissions, and other campus groups as assigned.
Provide general academic counseling across disciplines, colleges, and schools to all student-athletes.
Facilitate small group discussion sessions by conducting team meetings as appropriate to review academic guidelines and procedures.
Be available to the general student-athlete population for “drop-in” consultation and/or referral to appropriate support services.
Advocate on behalf of student-athlete concerns with the appropriate campus resource.
Assist other members of Student Services with Student Athlete Development Programming including but not limited to Life Skills Programs, tutoring, Study Table, Mental Health and overall Student Athlete wellbeing.