Academic Support Assistant

Norfolk State University; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Norfolk State University is seeking an Academic Support Assistant in the Department of Athletics to oversee study hall sessions and monitor academic progress for student-athletes. You will assist with grade checks, track attendance, and support tutoring and success programming.

This wage hourly role requires managing 1500 hours per year with a cap on weekly hours, and duties include record-keeping and coordinating with SAAS staff. NSU is committed to inclusive employment and student success.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and monitor assigned study hall sessions.
• Assist with regular grade checks and academic progress monitoring.
• Monitor the academic performance of an assigned caseload of student‑athletes, identify concerns, and communicate them to SAAS staff.
• Conduct academic check‑ins focused on study skills, time management, organization, and academic accountability.
• Support tutoring services, academic initiatives, and student‑athlete success programming.
• Maintain accurate records of student‑athlete attendance, academic engagement, and support interactions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

Academic Support Assistant – Department of Athletics

Oversee and monitor assigned study hall sessions.

• Assist with regular grade checks and academic progress monitoring.


• Monitor the academic performance of an assigned caseload of student‑athletes, identify potential concerns, and communicate them to SAAS staff.


• Conduct academic check‑ins focused on study skills, time management, organization, and academic accountability.


• Support tutoring services, academic initiatives, and student‑athlete success programming.


• Assist with the preparation of academic materials and resources for student‑athlete support initiatives.


• Maintain accurate records of student‑athlete attendance, academic engagement, and support interactions.


• Other duties as assigned.

Wage employees are paid an hourly rate for actual hours worked and are limited to working 1500 hours per year and can only work a maximum of 29 hours a week. Work hours must be counted on the basis of the twelve‑month period beginning May 1 of each year and April 30 of the following year. Wage employees in all agencies (all branches of government) are limited to working no more than 1500 hours during each twelve‑month period of May 1‑April 30. Should you work 1500 hours prior to April 30, your services will be terminated immediately. You will not be eligible for employment again until May 1. It is the responsibility of the employee and supervisor, as well as the Office of Human Resources, to monitor these hours to ensure compliance to policy. Wage employees may not earn leave nor do they have access to the Grievance Procedure process. They are not covered by the provision of the Virginia Personnel Act and are not entitled to the benefits afforded employees occupying classified positions.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155. Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force.

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