Senior Athletics Academic Advisor -
232820
Senior Athletics Academic Advisor -
232820
: Athletics Academics
: Oklahoma-Norman-Norman Campus
: Full-time
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, some nights and weekends
Work Type: Onsite
Salary Range: Negotiable based on experience
Benefits Provided: Yes
Required Attachments: Resume, Cover Letter
Job Description
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This is a full-time professional position within the Prentice Gautt Academic Center, a comprehensive support services unit for intercollegiate student-athletes. The Senior Athletics Academic Advisor reports to the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Academic Services and is charged with managing all aspects of academic support for student-athletes on assigned teams, and monitoring their academic progress, NCAA eligibility requirements and progress toward graduation. Additionally, this position includes responsibilities for training of new advising staff, coordination of outreach initiatives with the campus advising community, and leading advisor meetings. This position requires consistent and open communication with coaches and staff, knowledge of best practices in college student advising, and a thorough understanding of NCAA and conference guidelines and regulations.
Essential Duties:
Serve as the lead point of department reports data tracking regarding academic performance and awards
Assist with the coordination of training of new advising staff regarding NCAA academic eligibility and related legislation
Serve as co-coordinator for academic orientation programming for incoming student-athletes
Serve as liaison with the International Student Services office
Provide academic advisement and personal counseling for student-athletes on assigned teams
Monitor the academic progress of student-athletes on assigned teams; coordinate academic support and offer career and personal guidance
Educate student-athletes on NCAA academic legislation and personal responsibility
Support incoming student-athletes through their transition to college; schedule regular appointments and assist with developing daily and weekly objectives
Promote positive working relationships with college advisors and faculty throughout campus
Utilize standard grade reports to communicate student-athlete progress to appropriate constituents
Monitor student-athletes’ NCAA academic eligibility using University student systems and established internal degree-tracking forms
Administer the procedures for the coordination and delivery of academic services including mentoring, tutoring, and grade report tracking systems
Assist student-athletes with scheduling of courses, ensuring that course schedules are balanced and meet their academic needs and interests
Communicate with coaches of assigned teams through scheduled academic meetings; regularly and promptly share detailed information regarding the ongoing academic progress of assigned student-athletes
Assist with the recruiting process during prospective student-athletes’ visits to campus
Regularly communicate the progress, outcomes, and direction of work to the Director; make recommendations concerning improvement of programs and services
Support department and campus-wide student success efforts through participation in a variety of department activities and committee work
Job Requirements
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Required Education: Bachelor's Degree, AND:
Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months related experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree for a total of 66 months related experience.
Skills:
Departmental Preferences:
Certifications: None
Advertised Physical Requirements:
Supervision: No Supervisory Duties
Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing
Diversity Statement: The University of Oklahoma is committed to achieving a diverse, equitable, and inclusive university community by recognizing each person's unique contributions, background, and perspectives. The University of Oklahoma strives to cultivate a sense of belonging and emotional support for all, recognizing that fostering an inclusive environment for all is vital in the pursuit of academic and inclusive excellence in all aspects of our institutional mission.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.
Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?: Yes
Special Indications: Hiring contingent upon police records check, Hiring contingent upon driver's license check
: Nov 3, 2023
Person | Role |
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Mike Meade |
Sr. Associate A.D. / Academic Services |
Kyle Butcher |
Assistant A.D. / Headington Hall Operations |
Brent Sumler |
Associate A.D. / Student-Athlete Experience & Well-Being / Conduct & Accountability |
Jaye Rideaux |
Assistant Athletics Director for Academic Services |
Kathy Shaw |
Director of Evaluation, Planning, and Research |
Person | Role |
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Mike Meade |
Sr. Associate A.D. / Academic Services |
Carol Ludvigson |
Deputy A.D. / Student-Athlete Experience |
Brent Sumler |
Associate A.D. / Student-Athlete Experience & Well-Being / Conduct & Accountability |
Kyle Butcher |
Assistant A.D. / Headington Hall Operations |
Jaye Rideaux |
Assistant Athletics Director for Academic Services |
Kathy Shaw |
Director of Evaluation, Planning, and Research |
Person | Role |
---|---|
Mike Meade |
Sr. Associate A.D. / Academic Services |
Carol Ludvigson |
Deputy A.D. / Student-Athlete Experience |
Brent Sumler |
Associate A.D. / Student-Athlete Experience & Well-Being / Conduct & Accountability |
Kyle Butcher |
Assistant A.D. / Headington Hall Operations |
Kathy Shaw |
Director of Evaluation, Planning, and Research |
Jaye Rideaux |
Assistant Athletics Director for Academic Services |
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