Academic Counselor

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Position Information

Department

Acad Svcs Stdnt Athletes (MSA)

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Position Information

Department

Acad Svcs Stdnt Athletes (MSA)

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Position Title

Consultant-Ath Counselor

Job Title

Academic Counselor

Appointment Type

Professional Faculty

Job Location

Corvallis

Benefits Eligible

Full-Time, benefits eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Job Summary

Academics for Student Athletes is seeking an Academic Counselor. This is a full-time (1.00

FTE

), 12-month, professional faculty position.

The Academic Counselor within Academics for Student Athletes provides academic support services and counsel to student-athletes as assigned. This position acts as the liaison among coaches, teaching faculty, staff, and student-athletes; works collaboratively with other units across campus in efforts to assist student-athletes effectively; and monitors and tracks the academic performance and eligibility of assigned student-athletes to ensure compliance with institutional standards and

NCAA

requirements

This position reports directly to the Head Academic Counselor/Assistant Director.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS

:

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Top 1.4% university in the world

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More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

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1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.

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2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

•

7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone

•

100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

•

35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

•

217k+ alumni worldwide

•

For more interesting facts about

OSU

visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about...

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the

OSU

Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

•

Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life.

OSU

pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

•

Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

•

Retirement savings paid by the university.

•

A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

•

Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at

OSU

or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

•

Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

Future and current

OSU

employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at

OSU

.

Key Responsibilities

45%

SERVE

AS

ACADEMIC

COUNSELOR

Meet regularly with assigned students to provide counsel regarding academic performance and academic requirements.

Proactively counsel and assist student-athletes in identifying academic needs, concerns, and solutions, before, during and after their student journey.

Support the transfer student-athlete process.

Develop individualized academic support plans for assigned students.

Direct assigned student-athletes throughout the priority advisement process, registration, and degree declaration, in conjunction with major college advisors, culminating in successful and timely graduation.

Maintain a working knowledge of

NCAA

APR

data reporting, requirements, and implications to best serve athletic programs.

Support the implementation of ASA’s Academic Support Programs provided to student-athletes.

Serve as a general resource for assigned student-athletes regarding campus, academics, and

NCAA

rules and regulations

35%

OVERSEE

ACADEMIC

MONITORING

AND

INTERVENTION

Monitor assigned student athletes’ academic performance and continuing eligibility to ensure compliance with institutional standards and

NCAA

requirements.

Provide recommendations and intervention strategies to student-athletes based on ongoing collection of academic performance data from faculty, student-athletes, and

ASA

staff.

Collaborate with the Learning Specialist team each term to identify the most appropriate academic service plan for each student-athlete on designated teams.

Travel with teams when deemed necessary to provide academic support to students while away from campus for an extended period. The decision to travel is made in consultation with the Head Academic Counselor/Assistant Director and Director of

ASA

.

15%

COMMUNICATE

WITH

COACHES

AND

CAMPUS

PARTNERS

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and regular communication with coaches, sport supervisors, athletic department staff, faculty, and other campus partners.

Manage the compilation and timely dissemination of detailed student-athlete academic reports and updates to coaches, Head Academic Counselor/Assistant Director, and Director of

ASA

.

Meet regularly with coaches to report and discuss detailed current and future student-athlete academic progress and requirements as well as potential program implications.

Meet with prospective student-athletes (and their family members) on their official recruiting visits to

OSU

, as requested by coaching staffs and where appropriate.

5%

TEAM

CONTRIBUTIONS

,

PROFESSIONAL

DEVELOPMENT

,

AND

OTHER

DUTIES

Accept additional responsibilities and assignments at the direction of the Head Academic Counselor/Assistant Director and Director of

ASA

.

Contribute to a positive and productive work environment and maintain respectful professional working relationships.

Attend and actively engage in staff meetings, training, professional development experiences, and opportunities. Hold membership in and participate in N4A.

Regularly collaborate with co-workers, campus partners, athletic department partners, and supervisor to successfully achieve mutually sought goals for the department and University.

Support the

BEST

Summer Bridge program operations.

What You Will Need

Master’s degree in education, counseling, student services, sport management, or related academic discipline

OR

bachelor’s degree in a related academic discipline

AND

one year experience in academic advising culturally diverse university student populations.

One year of experience providing academic support to university students.

A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.

Strong organizational, communication, and administrative skills, including attention to detail, timely follow-up, and meeting deadlines.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

What We Would Like You to Have

Master’s degree in education, counseling, student services, sport management, or related academic discipline.

Experience in academic advising/counseling college student-athletes.

Knowledge of

NCAA

eligibility requirements governing continuing eligibility.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse educational, cultural, and economic backgrounds.

Experience supporting and monitoring

APR

and

GSR

.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Typical office environment; ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Pay Method

Salary

Pay Period

1st through the last day of the month

Pay Date

Last working day of the month

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range

Salary is commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

Link to Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/...

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | P08401UF | | Number of Vacancies | 1 | | Anticipated Appointment Begin Date | 10/28/2024 | | Anticipated Appointment End Date | | | Posting Date | 08/15/2024 | | Full Consideration Date | 10/09/2024 | | Closing Date | 10/20/2024 | | Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search | Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
This posting has been re-opened, the closing date has been extended, and a full consideration date has been added in order to expand the original applicant pool.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A resume/CV; and

2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact:

Beth Roberson
Beth.roberson@oregonstate.edu

541-737-7489

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstat.... |

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents 1. VETERANS ONLY: Must provide proof of Veteran Status (DO NOT upload any unrelated documentation - information uploaded to this field will be removed once reviewed)

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