Senior Advisor for Student Athletes (Football)

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Senior Advisor for Student Athletes (Football)

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Full Time / Part Time

Full Time

Job Type

Staff

Reports To

Associate Director of Advising for Student-Athletes

Position Summary

The Senior Advisor in Student-Athlete Academic Services is responsible for providing academic support services for undergraduate student-athletes. This position will have a particular emphasis for working with the football team along with another

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Division I team , and with student-athletes from underrepresented populations at Bryant. This position will report to the Associate Director of Student-Athlete Academic Services. This is a 12 month full-time position with excellent benefits.

Bryant University is a private New England university with a tradition of innovation and a global vision for success. Our new strategic plan, Vision 2030 , sets a trajectory for the next decade through academic excellence, outstanding student life, competitive athletics and student outcomes among the nation’s top 1% for

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Principal Accountabilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Collaborate with the Associate Director to provide academic support services for student-athletes, including tutoring, study hall, registration assistance, and referrals to campus services.

Monitor degree progress and

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eligibility for assigned student-athletes, along with serving as an

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eligibility certifying officer.

Meet regularly with and monitor progress of assigned at-risk student-athletes

Help with setting up accommodations for student-athletes through Accessibility Services

Serve as liaison among faculty, coaches and academic support staff/advising

Assist student-athletes during priority registration

Support athlete academic advisors along with any undergraduate interns

Maintain close communication with Undergraduate Advising, particularly on policies and practices related to student-athletes

Plan and conduct workshops for student-athletes, especially as the students transition to college

Coordinate and oversee nominations of student athletes for academic awards and honors

Review incoming transfer student-athletes on eligibility and graduation plans

Meet with prospective student-athletes during campus visits

Perform others duties as assigned by the Associate Director

Qualifications

Master’s degree required in related field.

At least two years’ full-time experience within advising in a higher education setting, and understanding of the specific needs of at-risk student-athletes.

Ability to communicate and work effectively with individuals of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.

Experience with coordinating programs and activities

Experience with

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Division I academic certification, eligibility of incoming transfers, and student-athlete academic support planning.

Must be able to work collaboratively and effectively with other staff, student-athletes, coaches, and administrators

Must be able to work in time sensitive, fast-paced and demanding environment

Ability to manage a high volume of workload during the academic year

Strong oral and written communication skills

Working Environment

Bryant University recognizes that its position as a leader in higher education is greatly determined both by the diversity of its campus community and its intellectual endeavors. Its commitment to link academic and social diversity for the benefit of the learning and living environment reflects its belief that excellence and diversity are mutually reinforcing objectives. We are committed to building an equitable and inclusive campus community, one that values individual difference and fosters greater understanding of the many facets of diversity and other distinctive characteristics that make us different. We encourage applications from candidates with an appreciation for and understanding of diverse backgrounds and experiences. Learn more about our ongoing commitment to building a community of inclusive excellence.

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Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | STA02565 | | Work Hours |
Standard Business Hours – M – F 8:30 – 4:30 | | Open Date | 03/13/2024 | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | | | Applicant Special Instructions | |

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents 1. Other Document

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