Student-Athlete Success Advisor

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition benefits

Retirement planning

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a Student-Athlete Academic Coordinator to counsel and guide student-athletes toward educational success. The role focuses on course planning, academic advising, and mastery of NCAA rules, with an emphasis on timely graduation and life skills.

You will report to the Associate Athletic Director for Academic Support and collaborate across athletics to uphold a culture of excellence.

Qualifications

• An advanced degree or equivalent experience is required.
• Experience counseling student-athletes at a large urban NCAA Division I university.
• Thorough knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Ability to motivate student-athletes toward academic achievement.
• Experience in academic advising with students of varying academic levels.
• Excellent written, interpersonal, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work evening and/or weekend hours.
• Commitment to respect, professionalism and civility with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Advise student-athletes on major choice and career planning using maps and resources.
• Meet with assigned caseload regularly and document meetings in Navigate.
• Work with student-athletes on strategies to enhance overall success.
• Refer to academic coaching and tutoring services as needed.
• Monitor academic progress and update coaches; maintain documentation.
• Identify at-risk student-athletes and refer appropriately.
• Meet with prospective student-athletes, families, and coaches.
• Complete CAi and eligibility sheets after every semester.
• Attend trainings relevant to UNIV courses and teach UNIV courses.
• Observe FERPA policies and refer student-athletes to resources in a way that encourages follow-through.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Motivating student-athletes

Evening/weekend hours flexibility

Education

Advanced degree or equivalent

Master's degree preferred

Experience at NCAA Division I university

Tools

Navigate

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a Student-Athlete Academic Coordinator to counsel and guide student-athletes toward educational success. The role focuses on course planning, academic advising, and mastery of NCAA rules, with an emphasis on timely graduation and life skills.

You will report to the Associate Athletic Director for Academic Support and collaborate across athletics to uphold a culture of excellence.