Academic Specialist - Academic Resource Center - Georgetown University

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Located in a historic neighborhood in the nation's capital, Georgetown offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, exciting ways to take advantage of Washington, D.C., and a commitment to social justice. Our community is a tight knit group of remarkable individuals interested in intellectual inquiry and making a difference in the world.

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Academic Specialist - Academic Resource Center - Georgetown University

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Located in a historic neighborhood in the nation's capital, Georgetown offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, exciting ways to take advantage of Washington, D.C., and a commitment to social justice. Our community is a tight knit group of remarkable individuals interested in intellectual inquiry and making a difference in the world.

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Academic Specialist - Academic Resource Center - Georgetown University

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Consistent with Georgetown University’s Academic Resource Center (ARC) commitment to the comprehensive development of the student, the Academic Specialist serves as the primary academic coordinator for Georgetown’s Men’s Basketball program.

They strengthen the University’s academic support network by providing academic coaching to student-athletes to become student-centered learners and to enhance their academic performance, while also providing additional administrative support to the ARC’s disability compliance operation.

On a daily basis, they balance potentially inconsistent priorities regarding academic and athletic achievement in a highly competitive academic and athletic institution.

As well, the Academic Specialist assists with a variety of administrative functions within the ARC, all of which require care and respect for confidential student information and the application of strong organizational and data management skills.

Work Interactions and Work Mode Designation

Reporting to the Executive Director of the Academic Resource, the Academic Specialist is a member of a professional staff of twelve; they develop, implement, deliver and evaluate academic programs for players on the Men’s Basketball team.

They routinely interact with senior administrators in the Athletic Department, across the different schools, the President’s and the Provost’s Office, and programs regarding student-athlete welfare, development, and support.

As well, they divide time with and among the ARC’s Learning and Disability staff, regularly interacting with students, parents, and academic deans.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree - preference for a Master’s degree
• 2 years of professional experience in teaching, academic advising counseling, or career development in a higher education setting - preference for 5 to 7 years
• Ability to adeptly interact with individuals possessing a wide variety of educational preparations and achievements, and of different social and economic backgrounds
• High organization skills with the ability to independently establish priorities and to resolutely work under time constraints
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and problem solve
• Prescribes and practices ethical behavior
• Computer knowledge
• Appreciation of Jesuit culture and values
• Availability for and willingness to work outside the scope of normal business hours and to travel as assigned

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EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employerfully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristicprotected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

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