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Payroll Title: STDT ACAD ADVISOR 4 Department: VCSA INTERCOLGTE ATHLTICS Hiring Pay Scale

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Payroll Title: STDT ACAD ADVISOR 4 Department: VCSA INTERCOLGTE ATHLTICS Hiring Pay Scale Apply Now

$69,500 - $77,000 / Year Worksite: Campus Appointment Type: Career Appointment Percent: 100% Union: Uncovered Total Openings: 1 Work Schedule: Days, 8 hrs/day, Mon-Fri with some variation

#131486 Assistant AD- Scholar-Athlete Academic Success

Filing Deadline: Tue 8/20/2024

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The University of California San Diego is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Athletics Scholar-Athlete Development & Eligibility Advisor. UC San Diego, located in La Jolla, in the San Diego Metropolitan area, enrolls over 35,000 students, earned recognition as one of the world’s premier research universities, and is ranked as one of the top 10 public universities in the nation. UC San Diego Athletics has a proud tradition of academic and athletic excellence, sponsors 23 varsity sports, and is a member of the Big West Conference, an NCAA Division I conference. Triton Athletics has consistently ranked as one of the most successful athletic programs, ranking among the top 7 nationally in the Learfield Director’s Cup on 13 different occasions and has finished second overall three times.

Under direction of the Executive Sr. Associate AD - Scholar-Athlete Success, the incumbent is responsible for a comprehensive NCAA academic eligibility advising of scholar-athletes and student-athlete development program. The incumbent works closely with Athletic Directors, Coaches and the Faculty Athletics Representative (FAR), Athletics Compliance & the NCAA Certifying Officer in the Registrar's Office. Responsible for understanding and applying NCAA rules to all assigned tasks. The incumbent will follow the athletic philosophy consistent with that of the UC San Diego Athletic Department and NCAA, and a commitment to diversity in all of its forms. Triton Athletics promotes the pursuit of excellence, strength of character, teamwork, ethical conduct, and diversity, and is inextricably linked to the educational mission of the University.

Provide advisement and mentorship support to incoming and continuing scholar-athletes enrolled in the Triton Success Program. Collaborates with Athletics Compliance, developing and implementing compliance education plan focused on improving Coach and staff expertise and knowledge of NCAA compliance, and the consequences of noncompliance as they relate to Bylaw 14 and progress towards degree. Analysis for various NCAA & institutional reports, including but not limited to Federal Graduation Rates, NCAA Graduation Success Rate (GSR) and NCAA Academic Progress Rate (APR).

Oversees and develops student academic support programs for student-athletes, including study hall, tutoring, mentoring, programs, and "missed class letters." Oversees eligibility advising for the student-athlete population. Acquires and disseminates information to UC San Diego student-athletes, and applies the techniques and skills learned at NCAA and CCAA conferences to the UC San Diego athletic program.

Applies advanced academic advising concepts and experience, addresses the most difficult problems in academic advising, and develops solutions to these problems. Recognized as having advanced, specialized expertise for the department / college / school and / or has programmatic responsibility for a small, complex student affairs function that usually has a discrete budget or budgets, has impact beyond the unit, and involves establishing strategic goals. Is expected to identify systemic problems and issues and propose solutions to department / college / school management on changes to department policy and procedures. Provides advice and counsel on academic advising issues to other, experienced academic advisors.

~ Cover letter required for a complete application.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

• Advanced knowledge of advising and counseling techniques. Knowledge of multiple majors, colleges, and schools. Advanced professional experience in a college academic advising environment. Knowledge of educational theory and principles and experience in practical application of counseling techniques. Demonstrated leadership skills in advising functions. Proven skill in evaluating academic records

• Thorough knowledge of college / school policies, procedures, and requirements. Thorough knowledge and skill in interpreting and implementing college and University policies and procedures. Conception, development, implementation, and evaluation of college and campus programs.

• Thorough knowledge of department / college / school precedents and application of policy.

• Skills in judgment and decision-making, problem solving, project management.

• Abilities in problem identification, reasoning, and ability to develop original ideas to solve problems. Skill to independently research and analyze policy issues and directives, identify resources, make appropriate contacts, and form solid recommendations.

• Ability to multi-task. Demonstrated skill in organizing, prioritizing, and maintaining a diverse workload, establishing and meeting goals and deadlines, and independently following tasks through completion.

• Solid communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of staff. Ability to influence, both verbally and in writing. Strong oral and written communication skills to communicate and interact with persons of diverse backgrounds and personalities.

• Demonstrated ability to convey technical information and provide guidelines in a clear and professional manner, using diplomacy, tact and discretion in all interactions. Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with individuals across the range of academic and professional backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, ethnicities, cultures and other personal factors, both inside and outside the organization.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, initiative, tact, diplomacy and flexibility.

• Demonstrated supervisory skills, including the ability to train, motivate, and evaluate employees; to delegate tasks; to schedule sufficient staffing based on knowledge of all schedules and the needs

• Understanding of the overall mission of the UC San Diego Intercollegiate Athletic Department, commitment to directing the communication component of that mission and willingness to collaborate with other staff members to effectively handle department-wide initiatives that cross over intradepartmental boundaries (special events, campus projects, NCAA Championships, Athletics Recognition Dinner, etc).

• Demonstrated ability to follow the athletic philosophy consistent with that of the UC San Diego Athletic Department and NCAA, and a commitment to diversity in all of its forms

• Must maintain current knowledge of applicable rules and standards of the affiliated athletic conference and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), as well as other associations and agencies to which the campus adheres, and, at all times avoid any and all violations of these rules and standards. Understanding and adherence to all Big West Conference and NCAA rules and regulations.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work periodic evenings, weekends and holidays. Must be willing to travel to out-of-town meetings.

• A Background check and DMV check required.

• Valid driver's license is required. Must also participate in the DMV Pull program and maintain a clean DMV record.

• Cover letter required for a complete application.

• This position is a mandated reporter of known or suspected child abuse or neglect, according to the California law, Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA). This position is a campus security authority (CSA) for the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, which is a federal law requiring disclosure of information about crimes on and around campus.

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Annual Full Pay Range: $69,500 - $123,500 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $33.29 - $59.15

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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