Athletic Academic Advisor II - Football

Prairie View A&M University; Prairie View (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie View A&M University in Prairie View, Texas, invites applications for Athletic Academic Advisor II – Football. The role supports football student-athletes in meeting academic requirements, degree progression, and career planning under the Director of Athletic Academic Services.

You will liaise with Compliance, monitor eligibility, and help students navigate university policies to promote academic success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field; two years of related advising/recruiting experience.
• Knowledge of NACADA and NCAA policies is useful.
• Willingness to work beyond normal hours and travel for events and games.

Responsibilities

• Advise football student-athletes on academic requirements, degree progression, and career goals.
• Monitor NCAA compliance and assist with team certifications.
• Set semester and annual goals with action plans; track progress to graduation.
• Maintain notes using EAB Navigate and communicate via email/text/social media.
• Collaborate with campus partners on retention initiatives and committees.
• Conduct research on advising practices and participate in professional development.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization

EAB Navigate

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

EAB Navigate

Job description

Job Title

Athletic Academic Advisor II - Football Agency Prairie View A&M University Department Athletic Administration

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Important Immigration information

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee. In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

Description

The Athletic Academic Advisor II – Football, under the general supervision of the Director of Athletic Academic Services, advises undergraduate football student-athletes regarding academic requirements, degree progression, and career goals. The position supports student-athletes in navigating university academic policies and procedures to promote academic progress and success. The advisor maintains regular communication with the Office of Athletic Compliance regarding academic eligibility and related requirements and participates in state, regional, and national professional meetings and specialized training to remain current on best practices in athletic academic advising. The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

Responsibilities

Provides academic advising for students grounded in tenets of practice outlined by the National Association of Academic Advising (NACADA), National Association of Academic and Student-Athlete Development Professionals (N4A), and appropriate academic advising and student development theories. Assist the Associate Athletic Director of Compliance with individual team certifications; perform administrative duties that are essential to the daily functioning of the office by monitoring overall NCAA Compliance; assist student-athletes with establishing and revising the semester and annual goals in addition to implementing an action plan to achieve their goal. Promotes student learning, development, and personal growth to empower self-sufficiency. Provides students with proactive referrals to appropriate resources and timely reminders, and other targeted individual and group communications using email, texting, and social media. Collaborates with members of the campus community in student retention initiatives. Seeks opportunities to serve and contribute on appropriate committees and task forces across campus to advocate for students. Conducts research on topics within the field of academic advising and assists in organizing activities for professional development. Keeps current on NCAA, SWAC, and PVAMU rules and regulations around student-athlete issues. Has thorough knowledge of NCAA policies, procedures, and rules that impact student-athlete eligibility and graduation. Submits weekly academic updates to the head coach or designee to ensure student-athletes are tracking to maintain their athletic eligibility and are on track to graduate. Use EAB Navigate (student success platform) to maintain notes on caseload for more intensive advising. Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field. Two years of related experience in advising and recruiting.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Knowledge of student information systems, degree planning, and degree audits. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Ability to present information clearly and concisely. Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality. Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Other Requirements

Work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends. Travel required.

Job Posting Close Date

12/04/2026

Background Check Requirements

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

University Overview

The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees.

Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer

The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.