Student-Athlete Academic Advisor

Student-Athlete Academic Advisor

Coastal Carolina University is currently accepting applications for the following position: Student-Athlete Academic Advisor (Student Services Program Coordinator II) in Student Athlete Student Services.

Duties include, but are not limited to: advise/counsel student-athletes; develop individualized academic support plans for student-athletes; provide one-on-one academic assistance as needed; monitor the academic progress of student-athletes; assist Associate Athletic Director, compliance officer and certifying officer in the NCAA certification and tracking process; meet with recruits during on-campus visits to review available services for students; assist with recruiting weekends and new student-athlete orientation activities; and other duties as assigned.

Requirements: A master's degree is required and experience in student services programs is required.  Two (2) years of direct experience providing academic services to student-athletes is preferred. Successful candidate should also possess consultation skills; competency with culturally diverse populations; excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to exercise good judgment; commitment to adhere to NCAA, Sun Belt Conference, and Coastal Carolina University regulations, as well as the mission, vision, and philosophy of the Student-Athlete Academic Support services unit and knowledge of the NCAA initial and continuing eligibility rules.

Coastal Carolina University is a public comprehensive liberal arts institution located in Conway, South Carolina, minutes from the Atlantic coastal resort city of Myrtle Beach. Coastal Carolina University enrolls over 10,000 students from 46 states and 53 nations. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the baccalaureate and selective master’s degrees of national and/or regional significance in the arts and sciences, business, humanities, education, and health and human services, a specialist degree in educational leadership, and Ph.D. degrees in Marine Science and Education.

Coastal Carolina University is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and we seek candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. The University provides equal opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status or disability in admissions, employment and in all of its educational programs and activities. We encourage individuals from historically underrepresented groups to apply.

Interested applicants may apply on line at: https://jobs.coastal.edu/postings/17174. Candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, name and contact information for at least three professional references. Referees will be contacted to provide letter of reference if selected for interviews.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.

Student Services Program Coordinator II (CB70/61122183/FTE-S00634P), full-time position with benefits. SC State pay band: 05. Primary work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. May require weekends and travel as needed.