Academic Sport Counselor

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Req ID:

req18439

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Position Details

Req ID:

req18439

Position Title:

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Academic Sport Counselor

Position Type:

Staff Full-Time

Position Number:

535082

OSU Campus:

Stillwater

Department:

Academic Services For Stu-Ath

Location Address:

GIA

Stillwater, OK, 74078

Hiring Supervisor:

Marilyn Middlebrook

Hiring Range

(Contingent upon available funding):

Commensurate with education and experience

Work Schedule:

8 AM-5 PM Monday-Friday (evenings and weekends as needed)

Faculty Appt Period:

Job Summary:

Monitor academic progress of student-athletes. Collaborating with colleagues to set up and manage academic support programs for student-athletes and work to ensure retention and graduation. Advise student-athletes regarding academic and personal issues. Provide direction regarding major selection, eligibility status and probationary status. Coordinate enrollment and advisement with campus academic advisors for student-athletes. Monitor academic progress with facilitators and learning specialists on a daily basis. Meet with prospective student-athletes during official visits. Provide academic information and arrange visits with faculty or specific departments during visits. Activities may include participating in all weekend activities and follow-ups after visit completion. Compile academic data and information regarding student-athlete performance and status. Communicate with advisors, student-athletes, Manager of Academic Development for Football and Associate Athletic Director/Director of Academic Services for Student-Athletes. Monitor bursar accounts and other holds to detect enrollment issues. Coordinate downloading of data to monitor student-athlete enrollment. Update student-athlete files to ensure timely academic reporting. Other duties as assigned by the Associate Athletic Director/Director of Academic Services for Student-Athletes.

Several weekends are required to participate in on-campus recruiting activities. Evenings and early morning (7:00 a.m.) may be needed throughout the year. Work schedule varies significantly with season of sport.

Special Instructions to Applicants

A complete application consists of a resume, cover letter, list of professional references, and completed IAWP Employment Approval form which can be found at okstate.com/iawp. Applicants that do not provide these materials will not be considered for the position.

Education & Experience

Position Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree

Zero - two years of experience in a related setting.

Possess a positive attitude, good communication skills and a desire to assist student-athletes in achieving success. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Significant amount of typing/word processing. Manage confidential information appropriately. Must be service oriented and able to work effectively with a diverse group of coaches, staff and student-athletes in a professional manner at all times.

Must be able to sit at desk for extended periods of time. Must be able to guide students on tours throughout the athletics center and across campus.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree

Five years of experience directly comparable to academic advising.

Administrative experience that could include budgetary authority or similar levels of responsibility with unit programs and/or student groups; supervisory experience to include interviewing, training and development, etc. of employees and/or student leaders; and/or coordination of special projects.

OSU academic advising experience and a working knowledge of NCAA/Big 12 rules and regulations.

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.

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