Scholastic Coordinator, Athletic Academic Services

Agency

Department

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1400 full-time and 2000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources increased visibility and influence and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CCs beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern attractive and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

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PURPOSE

The Athletic Academic Coordinator is responsible for working with stakeholders regarding academic advisement student success activities and overseeing academic progress per University Southland Conference and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) rules. This position also provides academic counsel to student-athletes regarding schedule development registration assistance major exploration learning issues NCAA continuing eligibility progress toward degree graduation plans and mentoring for at-risk students. Oversees academic progress athletic progress and attendance reports and works with coaching staffs to develop semester success plans

RESPONSIBILITIES

Advising: 75%

• Advises current and prospective student-athletes concerning their academic requirements.

• Provides mentoring for students.

• Oversees Sports as assigned by the Director of Athletic Academic Services.

Coordination: 10%

• Coordinates with departments on efforts related to student success.

• Coordinates with the Office of Student Success to implement tutoring learning skills labs etc. to ensure student-athlete academic success. Utilizes the Office of Student Success to develop strategies to assist at-risk student-athletes.

• Works with University stakeholders regarding academic advisement-related activities. Oversees academic progress athletic progress and attendance reports.

• Develop coordinate and maintain athletic academic success initiatives with institutional programs.

Admissions: 10%

• Assist with Admission Process and Documentation of In-State Out-of-State and International students.

• Work with the compliance office to determine initial and continuing academic eligibility for student-athletes.

Recruitment/Other: 5%

• Coordinates attends and presents at on-campus recruiting events by talking with prospective student-athletes parents and/or guardians about academic programs.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in applicable field.

• Three (3) years of experience in DI or DII Academic Setting or related experience.

• Additional education may be considered as a substitution for the minimum requirements.

  • Masters degree in applicable field and One (1) years of experience in in DI or DII Academic Setting or related experience.

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work outside normal business hours and travel as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Masters degree in Higher Education Sport Administration Management Psychology or closely related field.

• Knowledge/experience in APR graduation rates and NCAA academic eligibility requirements.

• Experience with ARMS Navigate Banner and NCAA compliance assistance.

• Experience in college athletics at the NCAA DI level working with Basketball student athletes and experience with life skills programming.

SALARY: $3657.34 Monthly ($43888.08 Annual Approximately)

BENEFITS (rules policies eligibility apply)

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

INSURANCE:

• Medical

  • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

  • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

    • Employee and Spouse

    • Employee and Children

    • Employee and Family coverage

• Dental & Vision

• Life Insurance Accidental D&D Long Term Disability Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM

ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES

Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling Work Life Assistance Financial Resources and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits:

• Public Loan Forgiveness

• Book scholarships

• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

Retirement:

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off:

• 8 hours of vacation paid time off every month.

• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.