Senior Athletic Academic Advisor

Student-Athlete Academic Services (SAAS) is committed to empowering student-athletes to take charge of their education and life by providing the tools and resources necessary to prepare for their life roles. We encourage student-athletes to capitalize upon collegiate and athletic experiences as they become holistic people. SAAS is part of the Office of Student Success within Academic Affairs and maintains strong and integral connections with the Department of Athletics to collaboratively support student-athletes. Housed within Academic Affairs, the Office of Student Success promotes academic excellence, engagement, and student thriving by empowering students to make the most of their experience at the University of Denver. Our Student Success work is defined by our mission to advance a university-wide culture of holistic student thriving by developing and promoting best practices in student success and advising; driving data-informed decision-making processes and providing meaningful outreach to students that is both responsive and proactive.

As an educational and research community, DU values curiosity, intellectual freedom, and open communication. DU respects individual differences and embraces civil discourse. DU promotes caring and close individual attention. DU is a community distinguished by inclusiveness, collaboration, responsiveness, and accountability. As such, we are committed to enhancing the diversity of our faculty and staff. The University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Position Summary

The Senior Athletic Academic Advisor for Student-Athlete Academic Services (SAAS) assists in executing the operations and functions of the Student-Athlete Academic Services program. Reporting to the Director of SAAS, the Senior Athletic Academic Advisor provides direct support to student-athletes on multiple teams. This position provides comprehensive academic guidance to students, overseeing their degree progress, course selection, and overall academic success, while collaborating with faculty and other campus departments to support student needs and promote timely graduation, including colleagues in Athletics and a wide array of other university offices in support of student athlete academic experiences. This position gives voice to student-athletes in support of their academic success and makes recommendations for best supporting student-athlete experiences. The Senior Athletic Academic Advisor maintains comprehensive knowledge of NCAA eligibility requirements in collaboration with colleagues in Athletics and the Registrar’s Office and implements internal processes to coordinate student-athlete support with campus partners, including coaches. This position is responsible for the management, purchasing and procurement of books quarterly for student athletes on an athletic book scholarship. They represent SAAS as liaison to the bookstore. The Senior Athletic Academic Advisor also contributes to assessment of SAAS effectiveness.

Essential Functions

Athletic Team Academic Support

• Provide direct support to a caseload of athletic teams.
• Provide academic counseling (including advising and registration support) to undergraduate and graduate student-athletes regarding general academic issues, degree planning, and university academic and NCAA eligibility requirements.
• Maintain knowledge of NCAA academic eligibility requirements and communicate these with student-athletes to continue progress toward graduation, while maintaining accurate and complete academic records.
• Participate in recruiting activities as needed, as well as assisting with orientation, retention, and graduation of student-athletes.
• Order and receive books every quarter for student athletes who have a book scholarship.

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Student-Athlete Academic Services (SAAS) is committed to empowering student-athletes to take charge of their education and life by providing the tools and resources necessary to prepare for their life roles. We encourage student-athletes to capitalize upon collegiate and athletic experiences as they become holistic people. SAAS is part of the Office of Student Success within Academic Affairs and maintains strong and integral connections with the Department of Athletics to collaboratively support student-athletes. Housed within Academic Affairs, the Office of Student Success promotes academic excellence, engagement, and student thriving by empowering students to make the most of their experience at the University of Denver. Our Student Success work is defined by our mission to advance a university-wide culture of holistic student thriving by developing and promoting best practices in student success and advising; driving data-informed decision-making processes and providing meaningful outreach to students that is both responsive and proactive.

As an educational and research community, DU values curiosity, intellectual freedom, and open communication. DU respects individual differences and embraces civil discourse. DU promotes caring and close individual attention. DU is a community distinguished by inclusiveness, collaboration, responsiveness, and accountability. As such, we are committed to enhancing the diversity of our faculty and staff. The University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Position Summary

The Senior Athletic Academic Advisor for Student-Athlete Academic Services (SAAS) assists in executing the operations and functions of the Student-Athlete Academic Services program. Reporting to the Director of SAAS, the Senior Athletic Academic Advisor provides direct support to student-athletes on multiple teams. This position provides comprehensive academic guidance to students, overseeing their degree progress, course selection, and overall academic success, while collaborating with faculty and other campus departments to support student needs and promote timely graduation, including colleagues in Athletics and a wide array of other university offices in support of student athlete academic experiences. This position gives voice to student-athletes in support of their academic success and makes recommendations for best supporting student-athlete experiences. The Senior Athletic Academic Advisor maintains comprehensive knowledge of NCAA eligibility requirements in collaboration with colleagues in Athletics and the Registrar’s Office and implements internal processes to coordinate student-athlete support with campus partners, including coaches. This position is responsible for the management, purchasing and procurement of books quarterly for student athletes on an athletic book scholarship. They represent SAAS as liaison to the bookstore. The Senior Athletic Academic Advisor also contributes to assessment of SAAS effectiveness.

Essential Functions

Athletic Team Academic Support

• Provide direct support to a caseload of athletic teams.
• Provide academic counseling (including advising and registration support) to undergraduate and graduate student-athletes regarding general academic issues, degree planning, and university academic and NCAA eligibility requirements.
• Maintain knowledge of NCAA academic eligibility requirements and communicate these with student-athletes to continue progress toward graduation, while maintaining accurate and complete academic records.
• Participate in recruiting activities as needed, as well as assisting with orientation, retention, and graduation of student-athletes.
• Order and receive books every quarter for student athletes who have a book scholarship.
• Liaise with team coaches regarding the academic progress of student-athletes.
• Provide referrals for students to campus partners as needed.
• Interpret and communicate academic policies and procedures to coaches, students, and staff.
• When necessary, proctor exams for student athletes when traveling to away competitions.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Student Athlete Academic Services.

Bookstore Liaison and Process Management

• Manage book purchase and return processes for student-athletes.
• Approve all book purchases quarterly in conjunction with the athletic department budget and finance office.
• Coordinate with Director and Assistant Director of SAAS in the quarterly purchase of books for student athletes on a book scholarship.
• Liaise between SAAS and the bookstore. Meet with bookstore staff and leadership as needed. Troubleshoot and resolve book issues.
• Recommend process improvements as needed to meet student textbook needs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Collaborative team member and excellent team contributor.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with diverse constituents at all levels of the organization, including student-athletes, staff, faculty, and coaches.
• Ability to work with confidential material and sensitive matters with integrity, diplomacy and discretion.
• Ability to handle a wide variety of tasks and effectively prioritize responsibilities.
• Interest and commitment to working with a diverse range of individuals within Athletics and the larger campus community.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and adhere to NCAA Division I rules and regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively address student concerns and provide clear guidance.
• High level of initiative, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage a large caseload effectively.
• Proficiency in student information systems and advising software.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3 years of experience working with students, athletes, or a similar population.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience advising student-athletes at an NCAA Division 1 institution.
• Knowledge of intercollegiate athletics and NCAA Division I Eligibility rules
• Master’s degree.
• Extensive experience in academic advising at the university level, including experience with complex student cases.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with students, faculty, and staff.

Working Environment

• Standard office environment.
• Unexpected interruptions occur often, and stress level is moderate to high.
• Noise level is quiet to moderate.

Physical Activities

• Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended period of time.
• Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs.

Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Application Deadline
For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) April 1, 2025.

Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted

Salary Grade Number:
The salary grade for the position is 8.

Salary Range:
The salary range for this position is $57,000-$58,500.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

Benefits:
The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

Please include the following documents with your application:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non‑Discrimination‑Statement.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.

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