Athletics Academic Counselor & Tutorial Coordinator

University of California, Riverside; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 64,050 - 112,140; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Riverside is hiring an Athletics Academic Counselor & Tutorial Coordinator to lead an academics-support program for student-athletes on the Main Campus. The role focuses on promoting academic excellence, monitoring progress toward degree, and ensuring eligibility under UCR, Big West, and NCAA rules.

The incumbent will oversee the tutoring program, including hiring, training, and supervising tutorial staff, while collaborating with academic services and athletic

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of counseling theories and practices for student development.
• Experience supporting student-athletes and promoting academic success.
• Experience overseeing tutoring programs and staff supervision.

Responsibilities

• Conduct an academics-support program for student-athletes and promote academic excellence.
• Monitor progress toward degree, graduation, and continuing eligibility per NCAA/IP rules.
• Oversee tutoring program, including hiring, training, and supervision of staff.

Skills

Counseling principles

Student-athlete support

Tutoring program management

NCAA rules knowledge

Program development

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Master's degree

Job description

Athletics Academic Counselor & Tutorial Coordinator

Priority Application Deadline: 08/07/2026

Priority Application Deadline: 08/07/2026

Overview

Job ID37760890 CategoryStudent Affairs and Advising OrganizationUCR Intercollegiate Athletics DepartmentStudent Academic Services LocationMain Campus - UCR Salary$64,050 - $112,140 Date PostedJuly 24, 2026 Application DeadlineOpen Until Filled Schedule8AM - 5PM Full/Part TimeFull-time(100%) Level of SupervisionGeneral Supervision Personnel Program CodeProfessional & Support Staff Other InformationQualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No
UC Internal Job: No

Position Information

The Athletics Academic Counselor and Tutorial Coordinator is responsible for conducting an academicsupport program for student-athletes in designated sports while promoting an environment of academicexcellence and fostering student success and retention. The incumbent monitors and enhances theopportunity for progress towards a degree, graduation, and continuing eligibility in accordance with UCR,Big West Conference, and NCAA regulations. In addition, the incumbent is responsible for overseeing thetutoring program, including hiring, ongoing training, and supervision of tutorial student staff. The full salary range for the Athletics Academic Counselor and Tutorial Coordinator is $64,050.00 - $112,140.00 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $72,000 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required Master's degree. Preferred

Experience Requirements

4 - 7 years of related experience. Required Minimum of 2 years of experience working directly with student athletes. Preferred

Special Conditions

Shift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours) Required Some nights and weekend hours required. Required Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours Required

Minimum Requirements

Demonstrated knowledge of the theories and practice of counseling, learning, human and career development. Knowledge in how to enhance students' intellectual and personal growth and development, including critical thinking, effective communication, self-appraisal, self-esteem, clarification of values, appropriate career choices, and leadership. Knowledge of the methodologies used to enhance student achievement, such as collaborative teaching/learning models, strategies for effective counseling and peer mentoring, small group facilitation and training, coaching, mentoring, and advocacy. Knowledge of trends and issues facing low-income and first-generation college, underrepresented, disadvantaged, physically challenged, and under prepared students in higher education. Knowledge and experience in analyzing complex situations and identifying solutions for problem-solving; skills and experience in developing and administering programs designed to meet the diverse needs of students. Knowledge and experience in researching, compiling and analyzing data, and generating reports. Knowledge of research methodologies and research designs. Knowledge of and experience in conflict management and intervention strategies. Knowledge of federal, state, and local requirements to provide for access, health, confidentiality, and safety; legal and ethical issues governing the delivery of counseling services. Knowledge of personal growth and development areas, including critical thinking, effective communication, self-appraisal, self-esteem, clarification of values, appropriate career choices, and leadership. Strong commitment to working with under-represented student populations and the ability to work successfully with students of diverse backgrounds. Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations, especially in regards to Academic Progress Program (APP) and the Academic Progress Rate (APR).

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of the University of California degree system and the ability to read and decipher academic degree audits.

Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
• UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
• UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.