Sr Student Athletic Academic Coordinator

EXPIRED

Department

Student Athletic Academic Services (SAAS)

Responsibilities

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Department

Student Athletic Academic Services (SAAS)

Responsibilities

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• Provides leadership in student-athlete academic endeavors by implementing educational measures designed to assist those students who are deemed at-risk. Responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive educational programming that fosters leadership development, diversity, and inclusion.
• Works as a member of the leadership team to ensure that all student-athletes receive appropriate academic support, educational testing, remediation placement, and summer orientation needs are met. Oversees college success seminars for student-athletes, including course and curriculum development to provide education for college transition, academic success strategies, leadership, and professional development. Reviews admission scores to assess student-athlete needs and Educational Services program deficits. Maintains detailed records and paperwork associated with the educational plans for at-risk student-athletes.
• Oversees Educational Services staff members, academic and psycho-social screening and testing referrals, and the tutorial and mentor programs. Responsible for supporting the academic endeavors of all student-athletes by implementing educational measures targeting specifically those student-athletes deemed most at-risk, including those diagnosed with mild to moderate learning disabilities. Duties will include but are not limited to: Full-time staff oversight and leadership, guidance in implementing a systematic, but individualized approach to student-athlete academic development; meeting regularly (weekly, bi-weekly or tri-weekly) with at-risk student-athletes to monitor their academic progress and employment of educational strategies.
• Collaborating with Student-Athlete Academic Services (SAAS) staff members to present educational workshops for student-athletes; assisting student-athletes in receiving educational accommodations as awarded through the Office of Accessibility Services (OAS). Serve as the liaison between SAAS and the following departments: Sports Medicine, OAS, Counseling and Psychology, and Sport Psychology.
• Responsible for oversight and planning of summer bridge program for the athletic department, working in collaboration with committee members to design and implement a successful summer bridge program. May advise assigned caseload of student-athletes and communicate academic progress to coaches, administrators, and SAAS staff. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree and four years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and eight years of experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to eight years.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Experience working with student-athletes by monitoring their academic progress and employment of educational strategies.
• Experience in presenting educational workshops for student-athletes.
• Experience with academic advising/oversight in a secondary or post-secondary setting.
• Experience working independently and prioritizing work under deadlines.
• Experience working with individuals from diverse academic, cultural, and economic backgrounds.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
• Ability to supervise staff.
• Ability to interpret and explain policies to students, parents, faculty, and staff.
• Attention to detail and the highest standard of integrity are imperative.
• Ability to deal with people calmly, confidently and with complete objectivity.
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This position is being advertised as open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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