ATHLETIC ACADEMIC COORDINATOR
 
Northwestern State University (NSU) is currently accepting applications for the position of Athletic Academic Advisor. Northwestern State, a member of NCAA Division I (FCS), sponsors 14 sports and competes as a member of the Southland Conference.
 
The Athletic Academic Advisor will work along with and be overseen by the Assistant Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Development. Advisors will have specific sport oversight and together will advise over 350 student-athletes. As outlined in the NCAA Accelerating Academic Success Program grant responsibilities include:

• Overseeing and monitor the academic progress of at-risk student-athletes
• Advising and counseling student-athletes
• Overseeing NCAA Academic Progress Rate for specific sports
• Facilitating initial, transfer, and continuing eligibility certification
• Coordinating registration/scheduling/issues with other university academic units
• Working with Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance to maintain compliance with NCAA, Southland Conference, and university regulations
• Assisting with recruiting visits, guest coaching program, and other various administrative duties
• Assisting student-athletes with NCAA Clearinghouse and NSU Admissions requirements
• Serving as the primary liaison for the Grades First academic assistance software
• Assisting with events in the Victorious for Life Program, NSU’s CHAMPS/Life Skills program

 Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree preferred; Ideal areas of study: Sports Administration, Higher and Continuing Education, Student-Development, or Counseling
• Preference will be given to applicants with previous experience in Division I athletics
• Should possess a strong interest in the academic, personal, and career development  of NSU student-athletes as well as a sensitivity to their social and educational needs
• Should be able to exhibit the capability to motivate and encourage those student-athletes who are academically under-prepared and considered to be at-risk of losing eligibility and good academic standing
• Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations regarding initial and continuing eligibility
• Computer literacy is mandatory with experience working with Office
  • Previous experience with Banner and GradesFirst a plus
• Should be willing to work nights and weekends as needed

 Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
 
To apply, please send a letter of application, résumé, and three references to:
Kelee Roddy, Assistant Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Development
Email: grimesk@nsula.edu
Fax: (318) 357-4194

Northwestern State University of Louisiana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. 
Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
 

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