Academic Advisor I

University of North Carolina Charlotte; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina - Charlotte is seeking an Academic Advisor I to support varsity student-athletes in navigating their academic journey. Responsibilities include assisting with course selection, monitoring academic progress, and ensuring compliance with NCAA standards.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and experience in athletic academic advising, strong communication skills, and a commitment to student success. This full-time position offers a starting salary of $55,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and at least one year experience in athletic academic advising.
• 1-2 years advising NCAA Division I student-athletes preferred.
• Experience as a graduate assistant/intern is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Advise and support assigned varsity student-athlete teams.
• Assist student-athletes with course selection and academic planning.
• Monitor and report study hall attendance and eligibility status.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Slate

DegreeWorks

Banner

Connect/EAB

Job description

UNC Charlotte is hiring an Academic Advisor I to provide academic advising and support to assigned varsity student-athlete teams. This role involves guiding student-athletes through course selection, eligibility requirements, and academic progress while collaborating with coaches and assisting with admissions evaluations and NCAA compliance.

Highlights

• Advise and support assigned varsity student-athlete teams, identifying and assisting those academically at risk.
• Maintain current knowledge of academic rules, University and NCAA procedures, and university systems like Slate, DegreeWorks, Banner, and Connect/EAB.
• Assist student-athletes with course selection, major/minor choices, eligibility, and academic planning.
• Manage student-athlete academic and degree progress records and compile academic eligibility reports.
• Monitor and report study hall attendance; coordinate with the Athletics Compliance office on NCAA eligibility status.
• Conduct preliminary undergraduate transfer evaluations for admissibility and degree applicability.
• Teach at least one University Transitions Seminar (UCOL) course annually designed for varsity student-athletes.
• Required: Master's degree and at least one year experience in athletic academic advising.
• Preferred: 1-2 years advising NCAA Division I student-athletes or 4 semesters working in a similar capacity as a graduate assistant/intern; strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Salary starting at $55,000 annually; position is full-time, permanent with occasional evening/weekend hours.