This position works with the Student-Athlete Services team to provide academic support to assigned teams. He/she also assists coaches, athletic administrators, university administrators, and faculty with any and all concerns as they relate to the academic needs and overall development of the student-athlete. 

• Coordinate and manage the academic support program/services for all BGSU NCAA Division I teams. This includes, but is not limited to: coordinating one-on-one mentor/advising meetings with all first-year students and students determined to need additional support and mentoring for weekly in-person/virtual meetings regarding student-athletes’ academic progress; monitoring student-athletes’ continuing eligibility, satisfactory academic progress, and graduation plan; recommend effective learning strategies to enhance student-athletes’ academic skill set; communicating with coaching staff, Senior Associate AD for Student-Athlete Experience, and sport supervisor(s) on a regular basis; assist student-athletes with course selection and registration; Oversee SAS full-time staff, SAS strategic planning and policy/procedures. Program administrator of Navigate for the office of SAS. Oversee the New Student Orientation process. Participate in department, campus, conference, and NCAA committees and working groups at the direction of the Senior Associate AD for Student-Athlete Experience. Oversee the Office of SAS day-to-day operations in conjunction with the Senior Associate AD for Student-Athlete Experience. SAS staff training and daily support of academic and compliance interpretations and leadership (full-time). Oversee Registration and enrollment process with the Registrar’s office (priority registration/holds, degree audit software, etc.). Tutor coordination/liaison to the learning commons. Summer Bridge Program coordinator. Oversee travel letter process and correspondence. Athletics liaison to campus Advising community, Faculty, Registration and records, Transfer Evaluation Services, Accessibility Services. Run weekly scheduled SAS staff meetings. Monitor student-athletes with diagnosed learning disabilities & differences, and assist with accessing accommodations approved through the Office of Accessibility Services.

• Represent the Office of Student-Athlete Services on University Committees, and communicate NCAA, MAC, CCHA, rules and regulations on satisfactory progress and eligibility with college academic advisors and support staff. Address university staff and faculty members concerns related to student-athlete issues. Other duties as assigned.
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Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree preferred in counseling, education, sport management, college student personnel, or a related field.  Degree must be conferred at the time of application.  Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and comply with the university’s vehicle use policy.  

The following experience is required:

• 3 years of progressive experience in athletics, guidance and counseling, higher education or a related field. 2 years of graduate assistantship equals 1 year of professional experience.

The following experience is preferred:

• Previous experience supervising Athletic Academic Advising or working with Student-Athlete Services 

Knowledge, Skills or Abilities 

• Staff supervision experience
• Management experience
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Working knowledge of NCAA rules/regulations including academic eligibility criteria
• Organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
• Experience working and communicating with diverse groups of people
• Strong computer skills
• Leadership, Managerial skills
• Knowledge of NCAA rules/regulations
• Ability to act professionally and keep students’ records confidential
• Ability to make decisions and handle conflicts
• Problem-solving skills and creativity

Salary

 Full-time administrative staff position. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Administrative pay grade 355. Full benefits package available.

Deadline to apply:  The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by ‘, 2022’.    

Why work at BGSU?

Full-time BGSU employees enjoy an array of exceptional benefits, including:

• Quality, affordable health insurance: Various coverage options available for health, vision and dental starting the first day of the month following your date of employment.
• Generous paid time off: Vacation, holidays, sick days and more.
• Excellent work life balance resources: Our Employee Assistance Program offers confidential support to employees and their eligible family members, along with ancillary programs covering identity theft, elder care, legal services and more.
• Tuition fee waivers: For eligible employees, spouses and dependent children.
• Professional development opportunities: For skills training, supervisor and leadership programs, performance management, online courses and online tools for employee growth and development.
• Parental leave: Up to five weeks of paid parental leave for full-time employees with at least 12 months of continuous service.
• Retirement: BGSU offers several options for meeting your retirement goals with a current employer contribution of up to 14% depending on the retirement program selected. Read More about the option that best fits your needs.

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