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**Open Date** 05/28/2025

**Requisition Number** PRN42034B

**Job Title** Coordinator, Administrative Program

**Working Title** Director of Learning Services

**Job Grade** D

**FLSA Code** Administrative

**Patient Sensitive Job Code?** No

**Standard Hours per Week** 40

**Full Time or Part Time?** Full Time

**Shift** Day

Work Schedule Summary

**VP Area** President

**Department** 00327 - Athletics Department

**Location** Campus

**City** Salt Lake City, UT

**Type of Recruitment** External Posting

**Pay Rate Range** DOE

**Close Date** 08/28/2025

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

The Burbidge Athletics Academic Center, a department within Intercollegiate Athletics, is seeking a qualified Learning Specialist to work primarily with the sport of Football and oversee the Learning Services unit as Director. Under the general supervision and guidance of the Sr. Associate AD of Academic Services, this position specializes in working with identified student-athletes, including student-athletes with recognized learning disabilities, as well as lead the Learning Services unit. Candidates for the position will ensure that goals and objectives are met with strict adherence to University of Utah, BIG12 Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations. The Director of Learning Services will be charged with enhancing the academic success and retention of student-athletes at the University of Utah.

Responsibilities

+ The following are the major/essential functions and duties of the Director of Learning Services position:

+ Provide comprehensive leadership aligning with the University of Utah Athletic Department mission and vision;

+ Develop, coordinate and implement individualized academic support plans for identified student-athletes, including the assessment and evaluation of individual student-athletes to identify learning needs and additional academic support;

+ Conduct one-on-one academic meetings with assigned caseload of student-athletes emphasizing teaching and learning strategies while addressing academic concerns as needed;

+ Provide individualized instruction in areas requiring academic enhancement and development (i.e. reading comprehension, writing, study skills);

+ Collaborate with other Learning Specialists to implement assessment processes and grow Learning Support Services for all student-athletes;

+ Administer the incoming student-athlete questionnaire and review results for caseload placement;

+ Supervise direct reports in full-time and part-time staff roles;

+ Direct the Tutorial Program and Mentor Program Coordinators in support for assigned student-athletes;

+ Serves as a liaison to the Director of Psychology & Wellness and the Center for Disability & Access to identify student-athletes assisting in the process of obtaining psychoeducational testing/accommodations;

+ Review and assess educational documentation and testing, with the ability to create an individualized support plan

+ Work as an integral member of the leadership team in a progressive Athletics Academic Services office to provide industry leading and coordinated support services for all student-athletes;

+ Maintain student-athlete files and records while collecting necessary data and documenting interactions with student-athletes;

+ When required, to meet with prospects and parents during on-campus recruiting visits to discuss and review the philosophy of athletics academic support services;

+ Successfully engage with a wide range of constituents including student-athletes, coaches, athletics staff, administrators, faculty, and campus partners

+ Utilize a variety of programs to assist in daily job duties (i.e. TeamWorks-Retain, GradesFirst, Box, etc.)

DISCLAIMER

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.

Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience), plus one year of directly related experience

Demonstrated ability to work independently, analyze and make decisions related to program content. Strong coordination and organizational skills required to prioritize conflicting deadlines. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also required.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Preference may be given to applicants with experience in Athletic Academic Support or a graduate degree in Counseling, Education, or a related field of study.

**Type** Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

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