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Summary Of Job Duties
Under the direction of the Associate Athletic Director, the Assistant Director of Academics/Academic Counselor reports to the Associate Director of Academics. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, monitoring the academic progress of student-athletes in compliance with NCAA, Southeastern Conference, and the University of Arkansas rules and regulations.
Will work with assigned sports and report academic performance of student-athletes to Coaches, Staff, and work with Professors to foster an atmosphere that retains student-athletes and culminates in graduation from the University. Duties will include advising student-athletes, coordinating graduation plans, monitoring continuing eligibility, including APR, and assisting with on-campus recruiting. Will provide instruction on study skills, time management, note-taking, and test-taking skills. Maintain onboarding education materials and facilitate initial onboarding meetings.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications
(Assistant Director) Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education
- At least two years of experience in academic advising
- At least two years as an athletic Academic Counselor
(Academic Counselor) Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education
- At least one year of prior experience in athletic academic assistance
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education
- Background in education, psychology, and/or counseling
- Three years of experience in creating individualized academic support plans
- At least three years of full-time experience in athletic academic assistance
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of Division I rules and regulations
- Strong organizational and administrative skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work with students and staff from diverse backgrounds
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
