Athletic Academic Programs Lead

Pepperdine University; Malibu (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Pepperdine University is seeking a senior administrator to direct the Athletics Department's academic support programs in Malibu. The role oversees coordinators, tutoring, mentoring, and development programming while ensuring compliance with Pepperdine, Conference, and NCAA rules.

Responsibilities include advising student-athletes, managing day-to-day operations, and serving as a liaison to faculty and coaches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (required).
• At least 5 years of experience in academic support with student-athletes.
• Supervisory experience with staff and student-workers.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional writing skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and professionalism.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Apps.

Responsibilities

• Advise and monitor student-athlete progress per Pepperdine, Conference and NCAA rules; evaluate transfer and eligibility; collect data for APR, GSR and federal graduation rate.
• Oversee day-to-day Academic Support and Student-Athlete Leadership Development operations; manage academic policies and tutoring/mentoring programs.
• Develop and deliver leadership development programming, career development and life skills; support SAAC initiatives.
• Serve as liaison with faculty and coaching/administrative staff.
• Act as academic advisor for assigned sports, including Men's Basketball.
• Oversee full-time staff and student workers; supervise and allocate duties.
• Serve as sport administrator for assigned sport(s).
• Perform other duties as assigned; uphold the University mission.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Job description

Pepperdine University is seeking a senior administrator to direct the Athletics Department's academic support programs in Malibu. The role oversees coordinators, tutoring, mentoring, and development programming while ensuring compliance with Pepperdine, Conference, and NCAA rules.

Responsibilities include advising student-athletes, managing day-to-day operations, and serving as a liaison to faculty and coaches.