Director of Student Athlete Academic Services

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

Little Rock Athletics is in search of a Director of Student Athlete-Academic Support Services (DSAASS). This position will manage the overall coordination of all academic services provided in support of all Little Rock’s student-athletes. The main responsibilities will be in the areas of academic support services including advising, tutoring, study halls, at risk programming and facilitation of college transition programming. The DSAASS will also work in close collaboration with academic units across the campus and within the Department of Athletics, and execute all duties in compliance with NCAA policies and procedures. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in student personnel, student development, counseling, higher education, or related field
At least two years of full-time experience working in a college setting
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Work well independently, as a team member, or in large group settings
Strong customer service abilities
Establish and maintain effective working relationships in a non-judgmental manner with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and administrators
Effectively balance multiple student demands and projects
Demonstrate organizational and prioritization abilities in accomplishing tasks
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to adapt to change
Effectively operate and utilize a computer, telephone, photocopier, fax, scanner, Internet, Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.), and Google Suite
Ability to work a flexible schedule which may include evenings and weekends as needed
Knowledge of university structures and academic programs

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree
Two years of full-time experience advising or counseling in a student-athlete support setting
Experience working with diverse and at-risk student-athlete populations

Responsibilities

Advise student athletes in a holistic manner to support their academic, personal, and professional success
Will advise specific sports as assigned by the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Student Athlete Academic Success
Develops and maintains accurate advising records and electronic documents in an organized manner and distributes information internally and to other UALR offices as appropriate
Support recruitment, retention, and assessment initiatives in the College, including student outreach and attendance at events
Oversee the transfer process of incoming athletes, including the transfer of credits, articulation issues, and understanding university/program requirements
Provide academic support and intervention where needed to prospective, incoming, and current athletes and connects them with appropriate UALR advisors, resources, and services
Empower students to become proficient and self-sufficient within the UALR environment
Acquires, applies, and maintains expert knowledge of UALR’s undergraduate admissions standards, advising procedures, and degree requirements
Utilize appropriate documents, resources, and UALR systems (Workday) to confirm and inform students of degree requirements
Work directly with a diverse population of student-athletes, specifically the at-risk population.
Collaborate with NCAA Compliance Officer to monitor student class drops and other regulation issues
Perform other duties as assigned.