Assoc Director Academic Support and Director Football Academic Performance

University of Richmond; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Richmond seeks an Associate Director of Academic Support/Director for Football Academic Performance to advise and support student‑athletes transitioning from high school through graduation. You will monitor academic progress, coordinate tutoring and study halls, and collaborate with coaches to promote educational and co‑curricular experiences.

Master’s degree required with 2–4 years working with student‑athletes, and strong knowledge of NCAA rules.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and guide student‑athletes.
• Ability to engage students with documented learning disabilities.
• Detail‑oriented, capable of accurate work and privacy.
• Ability to work with new technology to enhance job performance.
• Understanding of university academic structures and processes.
• Commitment to integrity and confidentiality.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules; ability to interpret complex eligibility standards.
• Knowledge of Division I NCAA eligibility regulations and related academic rules.

Responsibilities

• Direct and support all academic services for student‑athletes (tutors, study skills, advising, budgets).
• Coordinate Study Hall programs, track attendance, and supervise monitors.
• Promote student‑athlete development in athletics, academics, leadership, and personal growth.
• Develop orientation programs for first‑year and transfer students.
• Recruit, train, and supervise academic support personnel and coordinate with HR.
• Manage budgets for academic support staff with the Assistant AD for Academics.
• Administer football program’s academic development and monitor degree progress.
• Advise students without declared majors and guide with faculty advisors.
• Lead weekly meetings with at‑risk student‑athletes on time management and study skills.
• Communicate academic/eligibility concerns with coaching staff and distribution of progress reports via Teamworks.
• Support recruiting of prospective student‑athletes with academic information.
• Monitor NCAA Academic Progress Rate, Graduation Rate, and Federal Graduation Rate.
• Coordinate BTS program logistics and summer orientation for selected student‑athletes.

Skills

Public speaking

Leadership

Disability support

Detail-oriented

Technology aptitude

Academic processes

Confidentiality

NCAA rules knowledge

Education

Master’s Degree

Job description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Associate Director of Academic Support/Director for Football Academic Performance advises, facilitates, and supports student-athletes transitioning from high school through graduation. This individual will monitor the academic performance of football student-athletes, promote their educational and co‑curricular experiences, implement appropriate academic intervention strategies, track continuing eligibility requirements established by the NCAA, conference, and the University. Additionally, this individual will communicate consistently with coaches and staff and assist in recruitment activities. This individual must also be a team‑oriented leader, comfortable working within a collaborative environment, and willing to support all student‑athletes in small groups and one‑on‑one settings. In all capacities, this individual must exhibit the highest levels of professionalism and integrity while working within the framework of university policies and NCAA rules.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Associate Director of Academic Support for Student‑Athletes (40%)

• Assist in directing all academic support services for all student‑athletes (i.e., tutors, study skill sessions, academic advising, budgetary decisions, etc.)
• Assist with the Study Hall program for student‑athletes, including tracking student‑athletes in study hall as well as training and supervising study hall monitors
• Support departmental initiatives that focus upon student‑athlete development in the areas of athletics, academics, leadership, personal and professional development
• Develop, participate in, and evaluate Student‑Athlete Orientation Programs for all first‑year and transfer student‑athletes
• Recruit, train, and supervise academic support personnel (academic aides, tutors, peer mentors) for student‑athletes, while working closely with Human Resources and Student Employment to manage hiring processes
• Work closely with Assistant AD for Academics to manage budget for support personnel

Director for Football Academic Development (Performance) (40%)

• Serve as primary administrator who handles football program’s academic and student‑related issues
• Work closely with academic units and advisors to monitor progress towards degree completion in pursuit of graduation for assigned student‑athletes and sports
• Serve as University‑assigned academic advisor for the majority of student‑athletes without declared majors, while providing academic guidance for all other student‑athletes in conjunction with faculty advisors
• Conduct weekly meetings with at‑risk student‑athletes, focusing upon time management skills, technological applications, reading and writing skills, and learning strategies
• Communicate with coaching staff about student‑athletes’ academic/eligibility concerns
• Distribute, collect, and evaluate progress reports for student‑athletes utilizing Teamworks
• Disseminate academic information to prospective student‑athletes and assist with on‑campus recruiting
• Participate in the monitoring of the football team’s NCAA Academic Progress Rate, NCAA Graduation Success Rate, and Federal Graduation Rate

Bridge to Success (BTS) Program Liaison (10%)

• Coordinate, facilitate, and support the matriculation of selected student‑athletes into an intensive 5‑week summer residential program
• Serve as primary contact for the BTS Director and faculty associated with the summer program
• Support the summer arrival of the football team

Liaison/Cross‑Campus Responsibilities (5%)

• Liaison to Student Development and its units
• Involvement the NCAA Certifying Officer in the Registrar’s Office
• Involvement with the Academic Advising Resource Center
• Involvement with Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
• Involvement with the Career Services

Performs other duties as assigned by the Assistant AD/Academics (5%)

CONTACTS: This position interacts regularly with a variety of constituencies, including prospective student‑athletes, current student‑athletes, their families, coaches, athletic department and university staff, faculty, and part‑time support personnel from within and outside the university. In addition, this individual will represent the university to the greater Richmond community.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

The individual will recruit, hire, and train a cadre of part‑time support personnel – academic aides, tutors, peer mentors – and have contact with university writing consultants as well. This position will supervise these individuals – which could number around twenty – and manage their day‑to‑day activities. Beyond a supervisory role, this individual must take the lead in exacting a commitment to integrity and rules compliance among his or her employees.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT: Standing, Walking, Attending Indoor/Outdoor Sporting Events, Driving to meetings, Sitting for periods of time, Minor lifting and carrying (less than 30 pounds), Evening/weekend work expected with occasional early morning meetings (before 8:00 a.m.)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have excellent written and verbal communication (public speaking) skills
• Must have the ability to lead, motivate, and guide student‑athletes
• Must have the ability to engage students with documented learning disabilities
• Must have the ability to perform accurate, detail‑oriented work and communicate effectively with a diverse population and a wide range of constituencies
• Must have the ability to work with new technology to enhance job performance
• Must possess an understanding of the university’s academic structures and processes
• Must possess the ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate a commitment to integrity
• Must possess analytical and decision‑making skills necessary to interpret and apply complex NCAA rules and regulations to ever‑shifting academic scenarios
• Must have the ability to train and educate support personnel about NCAA compliance standards
  • Knowledge of Division I NCAA eligibility regulations
  • Knowledge of University, College, and Department academic rules and regulations
• Adherence to all applicable NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and regulations is required

Education & experience:

Master’s Degree required, preferably in Education or Special Education, Student Affairs and Higher Education, Counseling, or a closely related field

Minimum 2-4 years working with student‑athletes and/or high‑risk college students

Driving check required and must have a valid driver’s license for at least 3 years

Schedule Hours: Full‑time position; Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm. Some evenings and weekends

Salary Range: Grade 6, $50,461 to $66,851