| AA/EEO Statement: Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation. Background Check Statement: Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report. Eligibility for Employment: Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed. Minimum Qualifications: - Master's degree from an accredited institution.
- Experience working with students in a college setting and a demonstrated commitment to the educational development of students.
- 1 year student athlete academic support experience.
License/Certifications Required: N/A Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Participate as an integral part of the Student Learning Center (S.L.C.) in providing support services to student athletes.
- Provide academic and career advising to student athletes for specific teams on a full-time 12 month contract.
- Serve as a mentor and resource to student athletes, and make appropriate referrals, as needed.
- Assist with orientation for all new student athletes in their case load.
- Demonstrates commitment to and compliance with the University's and Department of Athletics policies and procedures as well as the Sun Belt conference and NCAA constitutions, bylaws, legislation and regulations.
- Assist assigned sport coaches in providing academic information to prospective students and their parents and with on campus recruiting efforts.
- Establishes and maintains collegial, respectful relationships with colleagues, students, parents and families and appreciates and encourages diversity.
- Keep current on NCAA eligibility standards, monitor student athlete eligibility, and communicate eligibility requirements with students and coaches.
- Keeps accurate records of student contacts, documents student visits for accountability purposes, and maintains confidentiality.
- Keep current on curricular and policy changes that affect advising services to student athletes.
- Assist with data collection for reports, including Academic Progress rate, Graduation Success rate and Annual Report.
- Attend monthly compliance meetings with team Administrators, Compliance and coaching staff.
- Serve as the Assistant to Orientation for Student Athletes.
- Maintain positive working relationships with faculty, coaches and administrators, and serve as an advocate for student athletes and serve as a liaison between the Student Learning Center and Athletics.
- Work closely with other staff members of the S.L.C. to meet the academic needs of students in caseload, including tutoring, learning skills and other academic support.
- Position requires some evening and weekend work.
- Monitors all students in the caseload who are on academic probation.
- All advisors are expected to stay abreast of university academic policies and procedures and the Department of Athletics policies and procedures as well.
- Represents Academic Services for Student Athletes (ASA) on various committees and University-related functions.
- Assists with special projects as deemed appropriate by the Director.
Evaluation Competencies: - Student-Centered Advising Skills: Advisor demonstrates skills that create a positive advising session: listening, flexibility, patience, receptivity, and responsiveness. Advisor is consistently available to meet with students via appointments and walk-ins, including students whose advisor is unavailable.
- Adherence to work schedule: Advisor works 40 hours each week, except on holidays, vacation and sick days. Advisor maintains a reasonably detailed calendar indicating appointments and clearly communicates with supervisor about scheduling, requesting days off, etc.
- Professional Contributions and Development: Advisor seeks to improve skills and effectiveness as a professional. Advisor presents and participates in meetings and conferences beyond the office and attends appropriate and relevant workshops and professional development opportunities.
- Continuing advisors: Attend training and professional development sessions scheduled for all academic advisors during the summer and academic year as well as the monthly sessions on advising updates and issues.
- Interpersonal Skills: Advisor demonstrates ability to collaborate and communicate effectively and respectfully with colleagues, supervisors, students, and parents.
- Technological skills appropriate for performance of job duties: Uses technology in an appropriate and professional manner and stays current with advising and orientation technology (Banner: Internet Native and Faculty Self Services Portal, DegreeWorks, JumpForward, Early Registration Advising, MapWorks, Slate, OneNote etc.).
Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree from an accredited institution with an emphasis in student development, higher education, counseling or related area.
- Experience with Banner Student and Self Service, DegreeWorks, Slate, and OneNote.
- Working knowledge of Appalachian State University General Education program and the North Carolina Comprehensive Articulation Agreement.
- Experience with online course registration.
- Experience understanding and explaining academic policies.
- Experience working with student-athletes, 1-4 years advising experience preferred.
Type of Position: Full Time Position Work Schedule/Hours: Mon.- Fri., 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., could require nights and weekends as needed. Department: Student Learning Center - 202120 |
