Academic Counselor - Athletics

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

S1713P

Home Org Name

Athletic Student Services

Division Name

Director Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Title

Academic Counselor - Athletics

Job Class Code

AA05A/B/C

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

Academic Counselor – Athletics

Auburn University Athletics is seeking candidates for an Academic Counselor position to provide academic advising/counseling and support to student-athletes. The successful candidate will serve as part of a comprehensive team in Student-Athlete Support Services ( SASS ). SASS promotes, assists, and provides counsel to Auburn University student-athletes in the areas of academics and eligibility.

About Auburn : At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.

Why employees choose Auburn : Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years. Employees enjoy competitive benefits that include top-notch health insurance, generous retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, flexible spending accounts and more! Learn more about Auburn’s impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn.

Our Commitment : Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit www.auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.

Essential Functions

1. Provides advisement/counseling for students in matters related to goals, choice of curriculum, course load, study habits, and course scheduling/selecting.

2. Evaluates/analyzes student athlete records to ensure eligibility for participation in sport and advises students at risk of losing eligibility due to grades or course scheduling.

3. Coordinates and monitors development programs for student athletes to include identifying at-risk students, referring students to clinical psychologists or other appropriate professionals when
needed, planning tutoring programs, and scheduling class-study times.

4. Instructs student athletes on issues related to personal development.
Coordinates with the Students with Disabilities office to ensure accommodations and services needed for student athletes with disabilities are available.

5. Analyzes and maintains records and files in order to present written and oral reports to groups or individuals.

6. Provides information to coaches concerning students and prospective student athletes needs and academic/eligibility issues.

7. Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association ( NCAA ) and Southeastern Conference ( SEC ) regulations in the performance of job duties.

Minimum Education and Experience

Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Field of Study

Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Education,
Business, Sports Management, or related field

Years of Experience

No experience required for entry level

Area of Experience

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Level II requires a Bachelor’s degree in a discipline appropriate to the position plus 2 years of exposure to/experience with NCAA academic eligibility rules in an athletic academic support unit.

Level III requires a Bachelor’s degree in a discipline appropriate to the position plus 4 years of exposure to/experience with NCAA academic eligibility rules in an athletic academic support unit.

Alternate Minimum Education and Experience (If available)

Education Level

Field of Study

Years of Experience

Area of Experience

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Salary Grade

31

Salary Range

$31,300 - $58,400

Job Category

Academic Advising/Support

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:

Auburn

State position is located:

Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date

06/03/2022

Closing Date

EEO Statement

Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://www.auemployment.com/postings/29672
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional DocumentsSupplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.
   • LinkedIn
   • AcademicKeys
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • DiversityJobs
   • HigherEdJobs
   • HERC (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
   • Indeed
   • RecruitMilitary
   • The Tuskegee News
   • Professional organization or journal
   • Veterans Assistance Services
   • Disability Assistance Services
   • State Employment Service
   • Social Media
   • AU Job Bulletin
   • Notified by an Auburn employee
   • College or university Career Services
   • I went to the AU Employment Website directly (www.auemployment.com)
   • Other
2. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher in Psychology, Counseling, Education, Business, Sports Management, or related field from an accredited institution?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have any experience working with student-athletes in the academic unit of a college-level athletics department?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you have any experience tracking, monitoring, and forecasting the academic benchmarks collegiate student-athletes must meet to maintain their eligibility?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you have knowledge of the specific academic parameters NCAA student-athletes must meet each term/year in order to maintain their eligibility?
   • Yes
   • No