Scholastic Coordinator, Athletic Academic Services

3M HEALTHCARE; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 37,205 - 50,471; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi invites applications for the Scholastic Coordinator, Athletic Academic Services. This staff role supports academic advisement, student success initiatives, and compliance with NCAA and conference rules, while mentoring student-athletes on degree progress and scheduling.

The responsibilities include advising, coordinating tutoring efforts, assisting with admissions for diverse student populations, and partnering with coaches and campus offices to implement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field.
• Three (3) years of experience in DI or DII Academic Setting or related experience.
• Master’s degree in applicable field and one (1) year of experience in DI or DII Academic Setting or related experience.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work outside normal business hours and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Advising (75%) – Advises current and prospective student‑athletes concerning their academic requirements; provides mentoring; oversees Sports as assigned by the Director of Athletic Academic Services.
• Coordination (10%) – Coordinates with departments on student‑success efforts; works with the Office of Student Success to implement tutoring, learning‑skills labs, etc.; develops strategies to assist at‑risk student‑athletes; collaborates with university stakeholders on academic advisement activities; oversees academic, athletic, and attendance reports; develops and maintains athletic academic‑success initiatives with institutional programs.
• Admissions (10%) – Assists with admission process and documentation for in‑state, out‑of‑state, and international students; collaborates with the compliance office to determine initial and continuing academic eligibility for student‑athletes.
• Recruitment/Other (5%) – Coordinates, attends, and presents at on‑campus recruiting events, speaking with prospective student‑athletes, parents, and/or guardians about academic programs; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field

Three (3) years of experience in DI or DII Academic Setting or related experience

Master’s degree in applicable field and one (1) year of experience in DI or DII Academic Setting or related experience

Master’s degree in Higher Education, Sport Administration, Management, Psychology, or closely related field

Knowledge/experience in APR, graduation rates and NCAA academic eligibility requirements

Experience with ARMS, Navigate, Banner, and NCAA compliance assistance

Experience in college athletics at the NCAA DI level, working with student athletes, and life‑skills programming

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ARMS

Navigate

Banner

NCAA compliance tools

Job description

Job Title: Scholastic Coordinator, Athletic Academic Services

Employer: Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi

Department: Center for Athletic Academic Services

Location: Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type: Staff

Proposed Minimum Salary: Commensurate

Purpose

The Athletic Academic Coordinator is responsible for working with stakeholders regarding academic advisement, student success activities, and overseeing academic progress per University, Southland Conference, and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) rules. The position also provides academic counsel to student‑athletes regarding schedule development, registration assistance, major exploration, learning issues, NCAA continuing eligibility, progress toward degree, graduation plans, and mentoring for at‑risk students. Overseeing academic, athletic, and attendance reports, and working with coaching staffs to develop semester success plans.

Responsibilities

• Advising (75%) – Advises current and prospective student‑athletes concerning their academic requirements; provides mentoring; oversees Sports as assigned by the Director of Athletic Academic Services.
• Coordination (10%) – Coordinates with departments on student‑success efforts; works with the Office of Student Success to implement tutoring, learning‑skills labs, etc.; develops strategies to assist at‑risk student‑athletes; collaborates with university stakeholders on academic advisement activities; oversees academic, athletic, and attendance reports; develops and maintains athletic academic‑success initiatives with institutional programs.
• Admissions (10%) – Assists with admission process and documentation for in‑state, out‑of‑state, and international students; collaborates with the compliance office to determine initial and continuing academic eligibility for student‑athletes.
• Recruitment/Other (5%) – Coordinates, attends, and presents at on‑campus recruiting events, speaking with prospective student‑athletes, parents, and/or guardians about academic programs; performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field.
• Three (3) years of experience in DI or DII Academic Setting or related experience. Additional education may substitute for the minimum requirements.
• Master’s degree in applicable field and one (1) year of experience in DI or DII Academic Setting or related experience.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work outside normal business hours and travel as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Higher Education, Sport Administration, Management, Psychology, or closely related field.
• Knowledge/experience in APR, graduation rates and NCAA academic eligibility requirements.
• Experience with ARMS, Navigate, Banner, and NCAA compliance assistance.
• Experience in college athletics at the NCAA DI level, working with student athletes, and life‑skills programming.

Salary

$3,657.34 Monthly ($43,888.08 Annual, Approximately)

Note: Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September19,2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January27,2026.

Benefits

• Insurance: Medical coverage $0 – $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value). Up to83% of premium covered by the university.
• Coverage options: Employee and Spouse, Employee and Children, Employee and Family.
• Dental & Vision coverage.
• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long‑Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, and Day‑Care Spending Account.
• Dual Career Partner Program.
• On‑Campus Wellness Opportunities.
• Work Life Solutions: Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources.
• Tuition Benefits: Public Loan Forgiveness, Book scholarships, 100% tuition coverage for up to18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).
• Retirement: Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP); Voluntary Tax‑Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Time Off: 8+ hours of vacation paid time off per month; 8 hours of sick leave per month; 8 hours of paid time off for birthday leave; 12–15 paid holidays each year.
• All positions are security‑sensitive. Applicants subject to criminal history investigation. Employment contingent upon verification of credentials and other required information.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.