Student Athlete Adviser

Penn State University • Ferguson Township, PA

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About The Position

The Morgan Academic Center is seeking a Student Athlete Adviser who is responsible for the comprehensive academic advising, academic progress tracking, development, and eligibility of student-athletes within an assigned sport; collaborates with coaches, faculty, and college academic advisers on progress towards degree completion and graduation; teaches first year courses; develops and delivers academic support or enrichment programs.

Requirements

• Master's Degree
• 1+ years of relevant experience
• Required Certifications: None
• PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic guidance and support to student-athletes within assigned teams in order to ensure their success and development; advise student athletes and refer to additional support services as needed
• Assess and provide individualized academic support plans in collaboration with tutorial staff and learning services staff to address individual student goals, needs, and learning challenges
• Partner with Athletics Compliance Office and the Registrar’s office for eligibility verification and degree audit processes; coordinate and review transfer credit evaluation process for incoming and continuing student-athletes
• Monitor and track Graduate Success Rates (GSR) and Academic Progress Rate (APR) metrics to ensure compliance with NCAA standards and institutional benchmarks
• Implement comprehensive weekly and bi-weekly grade reporting systems to track and monitor student athletes' academic progress in all classes throughout the semester
• Gather and analyze data on graduation, academic performance, and program success outcomes to inform decision-making and program improvements
• Monitor continued eligibility in accordance with University, Big Ten, and NCAA regulations and policies; interpret degree, University, and NCAA requirements; apply knowledge of requirements when evaluating student progress
• Partner and collaborate with coaches, faculty, and college academic advisers; provide updates on academic progress towards degree completion and graduation
• Work collaboratively with tutorial staff and learning services staff to coordinate comprehensive academic support services
• Proactively identify roadblocks to offer solutions for the challenges faced by student athletes in order to promote both academic and athletic success
• Assist individuals in the development of career-life plans that include the exploration of career identity and career possibilities, the formulation of career development goals, and the development of skills and strategies for achieving career goals
• Deliver academic support or enrichment programs including study hall, life skills programs, awards programs, bridge programs, and new student orientations; facilitate workshops and informational sessions; ensure all academic support services align with institutional and NCAA compliance requirements
• Provide crisis intervention and referral services for student athletes facing academic or personal challenges
• Meet with prospective student-athletes and families during the recruiting process; promote academic success programs and opportunities
• Teach first year courses; develop and design curriculum and learning objectives; evaluate student performance and assign grades
• Maintain comprehensive, confidential student records and documentation systems in full compliance with FERPA, ADA, and institutional privacy policies

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees