Senior Advisor for Student Athletes (Football)

Bryant University, United States

Updated: 13 days ago
Location: Smithfield, RHODE ISLAND
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Job Title Senior Advisor for Student Athletes (Football)
Full Time / Part Time Full Time
Job Type Staff
Reports To Associate Director of Advising for Student-Athletes
Position Summary
The Senior Advisor in Student-Athlete Academic Services is responsible for providing academic support services for undergraduate student-athletes. This position will have a particular emphasis for working with the football team along with another NCAA Division I team , and with student-athletes from underrepresented populations at Bryant. This position will report to the Associate Director of Student-Athlete Academic Services. This is a 12 month full-time position with excellent benefits.
 
Bryant University is a private New England university with a tradition of innovation and a global vision for success. Our new strategic plan, Vision 2030 , sets a trajectory for the next decade through academic excellence, outstanding student life, competitive athletics and student outcomes among the nation’s top 1% for ROI.
Principal Accountabilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: 
  • Collaborate with the Associate Director to provide academic support services for student-athletes, including tutoring, study hall, registration assistance, and referrals to campus services. 
  • Monitor degree progress and NCAA eligibility for assigned student-athletes, along with serving as an NCAA eligibility certifying officer.
  • Meet regularly with and monitor progress of assigned at-risk student-athletes 
  • Help with setting up accommodations for student-athletes through Accessibility Services
  • Serve as liaison among faculty, coaches and academic support staff/advising 
  • Assist student-athletes during priority registration 
  • Support athlete academic advisors along with any undergraduate interns 
  • Maintain close communication with Undergraduate Advising, particularly on policies and practices related to student-athletes 
  • Plan and conduct workshops for student-athletes, especially as the students transition to college 
  • Coordinate and oversee nominations of student athletes for academic awards and honors 
  • Review incoming transfer student-athletes on eligibility and graduation plans 
  • Meet with prospective student-athletes during campus visits 
  • Perform others duties as assigned by the Associate Director
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    Qualifications
    • Master’s degree required in related field.
    • At least two years’ full-time experience within advising in a higher education setting, and understanding of the specific needs of at-risk student-athletes. 
    • Ability to communicate and work effectively with individuals of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.
    • Experience with coordinating programs and activities
    • Experience with NCAA Division I academic certification, eligibility of incoming transfers, and student-athlete academic support planning. 
    • Must be able to work collaboratively and effectively with other staff, student-athletes, coaches, and administrators
    • Must be able to work in time sensitive, fast-paced and demanding environment
    • Ability to manage a high volume of workload during the academic year
    • Strong oral and written communication skills
    Working Environment
    Bryant University recognizes that its position as a leader in higher education is greatly determined both by the diversity of its campus community and its intellectual endeavors. Its commitment to link academic and social diversity for the benefit of the learning and living environment reflects its belief that excellence and diversity are mutually reinforcing objectives. We are committed to building an equitable and inclusive campus community, one that values individual difference and fosters greater understanding of the many facets of diversity and other distinctive characteristics that make us different. We encourage applications from candidates with an appreciation for and understanding of diverse backgrounds and experiences. Learn more about our ongoing commitment to building a community of inclusive excellence.
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    Posting Detail Information


    Posting Number STA02565
    Work Hours
    Standard Business Hours – M – F 8:30 – 4:30
    Open Date 03/13/2024
    Close Date
    Open Until Filled
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