Athletic Academic Coordinator

Job Title

Athletic Academic Coordinator

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Center For Athletic Academic Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 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-CC’s 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

• Provides support to Men's Basketball student-athletes both academically and professionally. Tracks academic eligibility of Men's Basketball and works with compliance office and coaching staffs to determine eligibility. Develops a comprehensive life skills program for men's basketball.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise academic progress of men's basketball student-athletes. Provide academic advising and tutoring to men's basketball student athletes. Monitor NCAA eligibility requirements. Report and communicate student-athlete problems with men's basketball coaching staff. Work closely with at-risk men's basketball student-athletes and routinely monitor academic progress.
• Assist with the review of prospective men's basketball student-athletes files and assist with admission process needs.
• Develop and direct a robust outreach and community service program for men's basketball student-athletes to enhance their professional development.
• Provide information for NCAA required reports. Maintain knowledge of the rules and regulations of Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, the Southland Conference and the NCAA.
• Develop and manage life skills programming for men's basketball student-athletes to ensure their success both in and out of the classroom.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelors degree.
• Two (2) years of 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.

WHAT THEY WOULD LIKE TO SEE

• Knowledge/experience in APR, graduation rates and NCAA academic eligibility requirements.
• Experience with ACSA, Front Rush, Gradesfirst, NCAA compliance assistance and Banner.
• Experience in college athletics at the NCAA DI level, working with MBB student athletes, and experience with life skills programming.

SALARY: $3,050.00 Monthly ($36,600.00 Annual)

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

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 institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.