Director, Academic Services and Student-Athlete Development

University of New Orleans•New Orleans, LA

About The Position

Provides academic counseling and monitors the academic progress of assigned student-athletes. Coordinates and implements study hall, tutoring, and individual meetings for assigned teams. Responsible for coordinating Life Skills, Career Development, and the Privateer Community Outreach programming for the department.

Requirements

Master’s degree.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in higher education or working with high school students.
Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA academic eligibility rules and requirements.
Proven ability to develop, establish and sustain relationships with various constituents.
Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work nights, weekend and travel as needed.

Nice To Haves

3 years of related experience in a Division I Athletics Department.
Experience working with academically at-risk student populations, preferably football and/or basketball student-athletes.
Working knowledge of Southland Conference rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

Provides academic counseling and class scheduling assistance for student-athletes and assigned teams as designated by the Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Services.
Monitors academic performance, tutor appointments, and prepares and distributes academic reports for designated sports.
Meets regularly with at-risk student-athletes to develop effective academic and time-management plans and to assess academic progress and eligibility status.
Liaises with First Year and Academic Advisors to monitor student-athlete registration and degree progress.
Maintains open and consistent contact with coaches and administrators, faculty and University support staff.
Creates and distributes missed class travel letters for assigned teams; communicate efficiently with faculty regarding any class absences.
Monitors and tracks student-athlete participation in Athletics structured study hall.
Instructor of record for UNIV 1001 seminar course for first-year student-athletes.
Coordinates and facilitates community service program for student-athletes; plans, organizes and reports student-athletes' outreach participation in various community service projects.
Coordinates Life Skill and Career Development programming for student-athletes.
Liaise with Career Services to support development of student-athletes.
Work with the Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Services to ensure that the Department and University are in compliance with University, Southland and NCAA rules and regulations.
Assists the Compliance Office with the NCAA continuing eligibility certification process.
Serves as a resource for coaches, prospective student-athletes, and parents during the recruitment process.
Assists with award programming honoring the academic and athletic achievements of student-athletes.
Develops strong working relationships with student-athletes to emphasize the value of education and the development of self-reliance and self-confidence.
Exhibits the highest professional standards and ethical behavior with regard to adherence to NCAA, Southland Conference, University and Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.
Assume other duties as assigned.