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This position serves an integral role within the JU Athletics Department. The role requires a professional that can provide high-quality academic support to a diverse population of student-athletes. This position will be a full-time member of the department’s academic support staff and report directly to the Assistant Athletic Director of Student-Athlete Services.

Essential Functions:

· Provide support for the day-to-day operations of the Student-Athlete Services Department.

· Advise and monitor the academic progress (continuing eligibility) of student-athletes in accordance with NCAA, conference, and University policies.

· Aid in the coordination of annual personal and academic development programs.

· Generate academic reports and summaries for coaches and administrators.

· Serve as a liaison with faculty by maintaining contact with coaching and administrative staff.

· Assist with the academic awards and recognition process for student-athletes.

· Support student-athlete career development and community outreach initiatives.

· Assist in the supervision of departmental graduate assistants.

· Perform other duties as assigned, including serving on campus committees and participating in special projects.

· Ability to adhere to the rules, laws, and guidelines of the NCAA, affiliated conferences (ASUN, MAAC, SoCON), Jacksonville University, FERPA, etc.

Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in Education, Counseling, Sport Management, or related field.

· Experience in counseling and advising NCAA student-athletes, with D1 experience preferred.

· Available to work flexible hours.

· Ability to work in a collaborative creative environment producing work that not only aligns with the overall mission of the department but also advances the overall goal.

· Must have a keen sense of confidentiality and the ability to exercise sound judgment.

· Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.

· Must have strong interpersonal skills, operate meticulously, and set appropriate professional boundaries with student-athletes.

· Familiarity with the JU Athletics Department, intercollegiate teams, and operations is a plus.

Additional details can be found: JUDOLPHINS.COM