Assistant Director of Athletics for Student-Athlete Advising

Posting Number A01643 Position Title Assistant Director of Athletics for Student-Athlete Advising Position Number E00871 Salary for Announcement

The salary range is $57,600 -$76,900.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. MSU Denver offers a full benefits package.

Pay Grade

Pay Grade (2020): 18

Employee Category Professional staff Department Intercollegiate Athletics EClass Code Full Time Professional Staff Position Summary

The Assistant Director of Athletics for Student-Athlete Advising will report to the Director of Athletics and ensure a commitment to academic excellence and to the holistic development of all student-athletes. This position is responsible for the advising of student-athletes, developing strategies for academic success and graduation, life skills programming, and post-graduate career advising. This position will also work in collaboration with the athletics administration team to develop and implement academic policies and procedures related to the operation of the sports programs.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and implement academic support services for student-athletes including: oversight and coordination of academic advising, course scheduling, major declaration, and tutorial services.
• Collaborate with athletics compliance staff to monitor progress-towards-degree and other NCAA, conference and university academic eligibility requirements.
• Conduct academic meetings with student-athletes.
• Assist with course selection, scheduling and registration.
• Teach students about advising based systems and how to best utilize them for success (e.g. Degree Progress Reports, Student Hub, Student Success Collaborative-Guide and Campus, etc.)
• Maintain confidential student files as well as documenting all advising sessions using Banner Student Success Collaborative ( SSC ) program.
• Participate in New Student Orientations (i.e. SOAR, Transfer, etc.)
• Administer progress reports during the fall/spring semesters and conduct follow-up meetings with student-athletes and coaches to develop individualized academic support strategies.
• Prepare departmental and conference academic reports.
• Disseminate information to Department of Athletics staff and student-athletes about campus resources and programming.
• Organize and implement programs that contribute to the educational and personal growth of student-athletes.
• Assist in the development and coordination of all student-athlete life skills programming, study skills/time-management, emotional and social/emotional development, career development, and community engagement.
• Collaborate with the Faculty Athletic Representative ( FAR ) to enhance communication and establish partnerships with members of the faculty, Registrar’s Office, Admissions, and other academic/student-development offices in order to ensure student-athlete success.
• Identify and nominate student-athletes for conference, regional, and national academic awards, scholarships, and other professional development opportunities.
• Provide advisement in the areas of internships, graduate school placement, and career development.
• Serve as a mentor and advocate for student-athletes.
• Assist the Director of Athletics in the coordination of Athletics ( ATH ) classes assignments, monitor, and review course syllabi.
• Work with other senior staff to assist with game day operations, event coverage, and team travel.
• Perform duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience in academic advising or student services.
• Demonstrated understanding of the eligibility requirements of student-athletes as established by university and NCAA regulations.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of students, faculty, and staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• Two years of experience in advising college students.
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Work Hours Posting date 06/10/2021 Closing date Closing Instructions Open Until Filled To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) 06/24/2021 Special Instructions to Applicants

IMPORTANT : In order to be considered as an applicant you must apply via the online application system, www.msudenverjobs.com .

References refers to a list of three professional references and their contact information.

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Talent Team Representative Sophia Montano Talent Team Representative E-mail smontan7@msudenver.edu Benefits

MSU Denver is pleased to offer our current and potential employees a wide array of benefit options. To learn more, please visit the following link:
Employee Benefits Offerings

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 50% first generation students and over 45% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.