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Employment Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Vacancy ID: NF0009313

Position Summary/Description:

The Academic Support Program for Student-Athletes ( ASPSA ) serves and supports the academic needs of UNC student-athletes throughout their collegiate experience as they pursue their educational goals and prepare for the next stage of their lives. The ASPSA reports directly to the Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost and is uniquely positioned to collaborate with faculty, the Department of Athletics, and the campus community to support student-athletes as they excel in the classroom and compete in athletics. The Associate Director will be a member of a professional staff under the supervision of the Director of the program and will have responsibility to coordinate and/or supervise programming and oversee assigned academic counselors, and contribute to the management of the academic center. The Associate Director acts as a representative of the Director and the ASPSA and, in doing so, communicates and makes decisions reflecting the direction set forth by the Director. The Associate Director will also serve as the academic counselor for assigned teams and provide all the functions of an academic counselor. Academic counselors assist student-athletes with academic coaching in areas including time management, academic study skills and learning strategies; they reinforce information provided by official academic advisors and educate students on NCAA and institutional eligibility requirements; and in conjunction with campus partners, guide students on course and major selection and career planning. Academic Counselors meet with students on a regular basis to monitor academic progress, review reports from faculty and tutors on students’ academic progress, class attendance and grades. Additionally, they provide detailed, weekly reports to coaches, conduct and attend team meetings, compile semester grade/eligibility reports and assist with the preparation of each team’s Academic Progress Rate ( APR ) and Graduation Success rate ( GSR ). Academic counselors participate in recruiting activities, orientation, and evening structured study programs. ASPSA staff must maintain the highest standard of integrity and follow and comply with all NCAA , ACC , and University policies and procedures. ASPSA is dedicated to providing an inclusive learning environment and comprehensive academic support for Carolina’s Tar Heel student-athletes.

Education and Experience:

- Experience working with student-athletes or college students

- Working knowledge of NCAA policies, eligibility, and NCAA APR and GSR submission

- Experience working with diverse student populations and at-risk students

Essential Skills:

-Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience.

-Demonstrated effectiveness working collaboratively with staff and colleagues.

-Knowledge of best practices in undergraduate student retention and familiarity with issues related to student-athletes’ academic progress and transition issues.

-Strong written and oral communication skills

-Strong skills in working with details and logistics

-Nightly and weekend work required, all year round.

-Travel required.

AA/EEO Statement:

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.