Coordinator for Student Athletic Support Services

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Greensboro (NC)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 66,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

University of North Carolina at Greensboro is seeking a Coordinator for Student Athletic Support Services to monitor and support student‑athletes academically. You will assist in registration, coach academics for designated sports, and help develop programs and events.

The role involves coordinating SAAC activities, supporting recruitment visits, and ensuring compliance with NCAA and university rules while fostering holistic student‑athlete development.

Qualifications

A master’s degree, or a bachelor’s degree and three or more years of relevant experience is required.
The candidate will possess a passion for the holistic development of student-athletes.
The candidate must be detail-oriented, have excellent communication skills, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

Provide intense monitoring and academic support for student‑athletes.
Assist with student‑athlete specific course registration.
Assist in the academic coaching of student‑athletes for designated assigned sport programs.
Develop and oversee programming/initiatives/events.
Participate in recruiting visits with prospective student‑athletes.
Assist the Assistant AD for Student‑Athlete Support Services with coordination of Student Development and Spartan Shield Program.
Serve as the SAAC Advisor.
Interpret, analyze, and monitor academic progress and NCAA eligibility.
Maintain knowledge of NCAA and University rules concerning academic standing and eligibility.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Passion for student-athlete growth

Deadline oriented

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's + 3 years experience

Job description

Position Number

007517

Functional Title

Coordinator for Student Athletic Support Services

Position Type

Staff

Position Eclass

EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning

University Information

Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first‑generation and lower‑income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land‑grant Universities, UNCG is a community‑engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

Our purpose continues to be discovering and developing champions in life. We strive to foster a culture of integrity and excellence across our 17 programs, offering the highest quality experience for student‑athletes. We are committed to academic and athletic excellence. We expect to win championships. We expect to honor students for their academic achievements. We will continue to work every day to make this community proud and ensure that the Spartans are in fact Greensboro’s hometown team. We will embrace a culture that is clear and consistent in its priorities.

Position Summary

Provide intense monitoring and academic support for student‑athletes.
Assist with student‑athlete specific course registration.
Assist in the academic coaching of student‑athletes for designated assigned sport programs.
Develop and oversee programming/initiatives/events.
Participate in recruiting visits with prospective student‑athletes.
Assist the Assistant AD for Student‑Athlete Support Services (SASS) with coordination of Student Development and implementation of the Spartan Shield Program.
Serve as the Student‑Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) Advisor.
Interpret, analyze, and monitor the academic progress of student‑athletes; assess student‑athlete overall academic performance and its impact on progress toward graduation and NCAA eligibility.
Maintain knowledge of all NCAA and University rules concerning academic standing and eligibility requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

A master’s degree, or a bachelor’s degree and three or more years of relevant experience is required.
The candidate will possess a passion for the holistic development of student‑athletes.
The candidate must be detail‑oriented, have excellent communication skills, and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

A master’s degree is preferred. Previous experience in student‑athlete development, counselor education, teaching or athletic academic advising at the University level is preferred.

Recruitment Range

Commensurate with Experience

Org #-Department

Intercollegiate Athletics - 85001

Job Open Date

04/01/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

FTE

1.000

Type of Appointment

Permanent

Number of Months per Year

FLSA

Exempt

Percentage Of Time

70%

Academic Coaching

Monitor academic progress of student‑athletes; and assess student‑athlete overall academic performance and its impact on progress toward graduation.
The Coordinator will interpret, analyze and monitor the academic progress of student‑athletes; assess student‑athlete overall academic performance and its impact on progress toward graduation and NCAA eligibility; maintain knowledge of all NCAA and University rules concerning academic standing and eligibility requirements.

Coordinate Student‑Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)

This position is responsible for overseeing/coordinating the department’s membership in SAAC.
Assist in coordinating meetings, membership, communication, and development of the program/group.

Compliance