Academic Counselor

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

S3939P

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Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

S3939P

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Home Org Name

Athletic Student Services

Division Name

Director Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Title

Academic Counselor

Job Class Code

AA05

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

Do you enjoy working with college students and supporting academic success? Do you have a heart for service, a passion for education, and a commitment to maintaining compliance requirements?

If that’s you, we invite you to apply for our available Academic Counselor position for Auburn University Athletics .

In this role, you will serve as a catalyst in helping student-athletes meet the ultimate finish line – continuing eligibility and graduation! Come and grow your career with our team at a Power Five university in one of the South’s true college towns!

The Student-Athlete Support Services team is a dynamic and collaborative group, dedicated to supporting student-athletes across 19 athletic teams as they progress toward academic goals and meet compliance requirements. We engage in regular communication with coaches, academic advisors, and parents/guardians, striving to empower student-athletes to become more effective learners and to assist them in developing skills that will enhance their academic progress, social development, and benefit fully from their experiences at Auburn University.

The selected candidate will provide counsel to Auburn University football student-athletes in the areas of academics and eligibility. The successful candidate will manage key elements of

NCAA

academic continuing eligibility benchmarks positioning high profile and at-risk student-athletes for success. Ensure student-athletes and stakeholders are aware of academic standing and requirements to maintain eligibility. Coordinate and monitor individual academic plans that include various services and resources while strategically intervening using data-driven adjustments as necessary.

Why should

YOU

consider a career as an Academic Counselor?

We’re a student-centered team dedicated to making a positive impact across campus! Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers! Competitive employee benefits + state retirement plan! Tuition assistance for you and your dependents! Generous leave policies (including paid parental leave!) Satisfaction of knowing that

YOU

personally contributed to the academic experience of Auburn athletes!

Why employees choose Auburn

: Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years. Employees enjoy competitive benefits that include top-notch health insurance, generous retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, flexible spending accounts and more! Learn more about Auburn’s impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn.

It’s a Lifestyle:

The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We’re proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you’re new to Auburn, we’d love to introduce you. If you’re already acquainted with Auburn, we’ll keep it simple: it’s time to come home!

Our Commitment

: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit www.auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.

Essential Functions

Tracks, monitors, communicates, and forecasts regarding academic progress towards degree and

NCAA

continuing eligibility benchmarks/Academic Progress Rate (

APR

) for members of the football team.

Evaluates and analyzes each football student-athlete’s current academic standing and record related to eligibility for sport participation and counsels student-athletes on retention of athletic eligibility and graduation.

Creates, coordinates, and monitors individualized academic plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each student-athlete taking into consideration aptitude, learning style, strengths/weaknesses, and goals.

Synthesizes and analyzes data measuring how successful each student-athlete is at meeting academic expectations (grades, class attendance, tutoring, mentoring, study table, etc.). Disseminates accountability data to various stakeholders (i.e., coaches, administrators, etc.). Maintains records.

Evaluates and inspects the effectiveness of academic support services, intervening strategically, to ensure the student-athlete is placed in a position to be successful.

Participates in Athletic Certification meetings with Associate Registrar for Athletic Compliance in the Office of the Registrar, the Faculty Athletics Representative (

FAR

), and Athletics Compliance to review and discuss academic data used to certify the

NCAA

academic eligibility of each football student-athlete.

Oversees and manages various components of

SASS

operations including new student orientations (

CWE

and

SOS

), Academic Scholarships and Awards, Scholarship Book Program, class checking, technology platforms, social media, Summer Bridge, supervision of part-time graduate students and/or GAs. Provides an overview of the Academic Support Services to recruits visiting campus.

Minimum Qualifications

| Minimum Qualifications |
Level I
Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Education, Business, Sports Management, or related field.

Level II
Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Education, Business, Sports Management, or related field plus 2 years of experience in advising or counseling.

Substitutions allowed for Experience:
Graduate degrees accepted in lieu of experience for advanced levels, at the rate of one year of relevant education per year of required experience. (Example: Master’s degree = 2 years of experience) |

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

| Minimum Skills and Abilities | | | Minimum Technology Skills | | | Minimum License and Certifications | |

Desired Qualifications

| Desired Qualifications |
- Advanced degree in required discipline or a Juris Doctorate - Extensive experience in higher education setting with football and at-risk Division I student athletes - Strong knowledge of college student development theory and of NCAA and SEC rules and regulations, specifically pertaining to eligibility - Knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures in advising or counseling - Meticulous attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to interact with people from a variety of backgrounds, culture, and a wide range of ages |

Posting Detail Information

| Salary Range | $37,300-$63,200 | | Job Category | Athletics Support | | Working Hours if Non-Traditional | 7:45a - 4:45p, M-F, nights and weekends as needed | | City position is located in: | Auburn | | State position is located: | AL | | List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position | | | Posting Date | 09/10/2024 | | Closing Date | | | EEO Statement |
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their websiteto learn more. | | Special Instructions to Applicants | | | Quick Link for Internal Postings | https://www.auemployment.com/postings... |

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.

   • LinkedIn
   • AcademicKeys
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • DiversityJobs
   • HigherEdJobs
   • HERC (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
   • Indeed
   • RecruitMilitary
   • The Tuskegee News
   • Professional organization or journal
   • Veterans Assistance Services
   • Disability Assistance Services
   • State Employment Service
   • Social Media
   • AU Job Bulletin
   • Notified by an Auburn employee
   • College or university Career Services
   • I went to the AU Employment Website directly (www.auemployment.com)
   • Other

2. * Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University:

   • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period
   • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee outside of probationary period
   • Current part-time Auburn or AUM employee
   • Not an Auburn or AUM employee

3. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher in Psychology, Counseling, Education, Business, Sports Management, or related field from an accredited institution?

   • Yes
   • No

4. * Do you have any experience tracking, monitoring, and forecasting the academic benchmarks collegiate student-athletes must meet to maintain their eligibility?

   • Yes
   • No

5. * Do you have knowledge of the specific academic parameters NCAA student-athletes must meet each term/year in order to maintain their eligibility?

   • Yes
   • No

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