Athletic Academic Advisor

UMBC; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Tuition remission

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

UMBC Athletics is seeking an Athletic Academic Advisor to provide academic counseling for assigned teams and assist in coordinating the tutorial program through the Academic Center for Student-Athletes. The advisor monitors academic progress, holds weekly meetings with student-athletes and coaches, creates weekly academic reports, and communicates with faculty to ensure NCAA eligibility.

The role also supports supervising peer tutors and recruitment/orientation of new student-athletes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferably in counseling, education, special education, curriculum and instruction, sports administration, or sport related field.
• One year of professional experience working with student-athletes in academic advising, teaching, and counseling.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and written skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the academic progress of assigned teams.
• Assist in coordinating the tutorial program.
• Assist in monitoring continuing eligibility.
• Instruct a freshmen introduction to the university course (fall only).
• Assist in the recruitment and orientation of new student-athletes.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Written skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in counseling, education, or related field

Master's Degree preferred

Job description

Position Title:

Athletic Academic Advisor

Description:

The Athletic Academic Advisor provides service to the Academic Center for Student-Athletes through academic counseling for assigned teams, as well as assisting in the coordination of the tutorial program.

Department:

Athletics

Position Overview:

The Athletic Academic Advisor provides service to the Academic Center for Student-Athletes through academic counseling for assigned teams, as well as assisting in the coordination of the tutorial program. The Athletic Academic Advisor monitors the academic progress of assigned teams, including weekly meetings with student-athletes and coaching staff, creating weekly academic reports, and communicating with faculty, in addition to monitoring continuing eligibility to ensure students are meeting NCAA academic requirements. The Athletic Academic Advisor provides support in coordinating the tutorial program by assisting in supervising and training peer tutors.

Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $54,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

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Responsibilities:

• Monitor the academic progress of assigned teams.


• Assist in coordinating the tutorial program.


• Assist in monitoring continuing eligibility.


• Instruct a freshmen introduction to the university course (fall only).


• Assist in the recruitment and orientation of new student-athletes.
  
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree preferably in counseling, education, special education, curriculum and instruction, sports administration, or sport related field.


• One year of professional experience working with student-athletes in academic advising, teaching, and counseling.


• Excellent communication, organizational, and written skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in counseling, education, or sport administration.


• Three years of professional experience working with student-athletes in academic advising, teaching or counseling, preferably at a Division I level.


• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds.

Background Screening Statement:

A background check will be required.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

Benefits:

UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):

Generous Leave which includes accruing:

• 22 Days of Annual Leave


• 15 Days of Sick Leave


• 15 Holidays


• 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission:

• 8 credit hours per semester


• Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

• Life and disability insurance


• Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)


• Professional development opportunities


• Wellness opportunities


• & Much more

Salary:

Salary: $54,000 - $61,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Hours:

Full-time

Type:

Regular

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Equal Opportunity Statement:

UMBC is an Affirmitive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Title IX:

As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex.

For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here.

Accommodation:

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Work Authorization

As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.