Job Purpose
Towson University is accepting applications for an Athletic Academic Advisor/Learning Specialist to provide academic guidance to prospective and enrolled student-athletes in order to insure that they receive the academic advising and support needed to succeed academically and meet University and NCAA academic eligibility requirements.

Description

The Athletic Academic Advisor/Learning Specialist provides effective academic advising and up-to-date campus information to selected sports; conducts individual advising appointments with student-athletes who have concerns about their major choices, progress toward degree, grades or any other aspects that may impede their success toward graduation and NCAA eligibility and APR requirements. Provides effective academic support as a learning specialist for those selected "at-risk" student-athletes as assigned. Maintains appropriate documentation and academic records to verify compliance with NCAA, Conference and University rules and regulations. Has knowledge of NCAA rules, graduation requirements and general academic regulations. Works with the other Learning Specialists in the unit to maintain, and improve where needed, the FFLIP Program and the Learning Specialist manual. Serves as liaison with Career Center and assists the Senior Assistant Athletic Director for Academic Achievement with Career Readiness Programming. Assists Assistant Director of Academic Achievement with Guest Coach Program and the undergraduate internship program.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and two years Academic Advising experience, working with at-risk student-athletes. Knowledge of academic and graduation requirements, NCAA progress towards degree requirements as well as other NCAA rules and regulations. Skills include organization, maintaining confidential information, degree planning, assessing and creating study skill development for at-risk student-athletes, ability to collaborate across campus. Master's Degree and experience working as a learning specialist preferred.

A Criminal Background Investigation is required for the hired candidate and the results may impact employment.

Salary and Benefits

Competitive salary and full University benefits that include 22 days of annual leave, up to 14 holidays, personal and sick days; excellent health, life, and retirement plans; and tuition remission. To learn more about our benefits, click here.

This position will be open for a minimum of 14 days. Cover letter and resume are requested, but not required.

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To view and apply to current job openings please visit www.towson.edu/jobs.

Office of Human Resources
8000 York Road
Towson, Maryland
21252-0001

Towson University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to diversity. Women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please send an email to: adarequest@towson.edu.

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