Football Academics Program Director

Wake Forest University Pre-College Programs; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake Forest University is seeking an Assistant Director for Football Academics to support student-athletes in academics and compliance. The role emphasizes counseling, goal setting, and collaboration with campus offices to promote high standards of academic service.

The position requires BA/BS with 2+ years in academic support for student-athletes, strong communication, and ability to work evenings/weekends as needed. A Master’s is preferred.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree required with 2+ years of academic support for student-athletes.
• Knowledge of NCAA, ACC and university rules and regulations.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Advise and counsel football student-athletes on academics, graduation planning, time management, and study strategies.
• Meet weekly with at-risk student-athletes to develop daily/weekly academic plans.
• Provide academic progress reports to stakeholders as requested.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Time management

NCAA rules knowledge

Confidentiality

Cross-unit collaboration

Education

BA/BS degree

Job description

Wake Forest University is seeking an Assistant Director for Football Academics to support student-athletes in academics and compliance. The role emphasizes counseling, goal setting, and collaboration with campus offices to promote high standards of academic service.

The position requires BA/BS with 2+ years in academic support for student-athletes, strong communication, and ability to work evenings/weekends as needed. A Master’s is preferred.