Coordinator, Academic Support Services (23474)

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida A&M University is seeking a Coordinator for Academic Support to enhance student-athlete growth across leadership, life skills, and career readiness. The role bridges academic support, mental health initiatives, and NCAA compliance, linking performance with personal development.

The position requires collaboration with coaches, campus partners, and Advocacy teams to promote success and a positive team culture while upholding university policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in appropriate area of specialization.
• Two years of related experience; or master’s degree in related area.
• Ability to coordinate leadership, life skills, and career readiness initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and oversee student-athlete leadership and personal development initiatives.
• Coordinate support initiatives for football and other sports with coaching staff and campus partners.
• Must adhere to NCAA, Conference and Institutional guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Promote FAMU Athletics to students, parents, faculty and the general public.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship-building

Student-athlete support

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

Job description

Responsibilities

The Coordinator for Academic Support (Student-Athlete Culture and Support Services) coordinates programs that supports the holistic growth of student-athletes, focusing on leadership, life skills, career preparation, and community engagement. This position will manage academic support, mental health initiatives, and compliance with NCAA regulations, bridging the gap between athletic performance and personal development.

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Responsibilities

The Coordinator for Academic Support (Student-Athlete Culture and Support Services) coordinates programs that supports the holistic growth of student-athletes, focusing on leadership, life skills, career preparation, and community engagement. This position will manage academic support, mental health initiatives, and compliance with NCAA regulations, bridging the gap between athletic performance and personal development.

• Develop, implement, and oversee student-athlete leadership, career readiness, and personal development initiatives while serving as the primary liaison for campus and community partnerships, and department-wide student-athlete engagement and recognition events


• Coordinate student-athlete support initiatives for football and other assigned sport programs by collaborating with coaching staff, Academic Advocacy, and campus partners to address academic concerns, facilitate communications, and implement strategies that promote student-athlete success and a positive team culture


• Must adhere to NCAA, Conference and Institutional guidelines, policies and procedures including all rules and regulations


• and possess the ability to promote FAMU and the Athletics Department to students, parents, faculty and the general public. Must be personable, understanding and project a professional image with excellent leadership and communication skills to include awareness of social media etiquette and the ability to work with a multicultural student population.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in appropriate area of specialization and two years of related experience; or master’s degree in appropriate area of specialization.

Recommended Competencies

• Knowledge of academic resources available to students;


• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing;


• Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related federal, state and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations;


• Knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply related University policies, procedures, principles and practices;


• Ability to represent the University in appointed areas as required;


• Knowledge of the concept, principles and practices of management;


• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; and,


• Knowledge of office practices, procedures and etiquette.

Pay Plan

This is an Administrative and Professional (A&P) position.

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment.

Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment.

Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person’s period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide documentation.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at [phone] at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event.

If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS [phone].

Equal Opportunity/Access

Florida A&M University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.