Head Football Academic Counselor/Assistant Director

Oregon State University

Department: Acad
Svcs Stdnt Athletes (MSA)

Appointment Type: Professional Faculty

Job Location: Corvallis

Recommended
Full-Time Salary Range: Salary is commensurate with education, training and experience

Job Summary:
Academic
Services for Student Athletes is seeking a Head Football Academic Counselor/Assistant Director. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month,
professional faculty position.

Academics for Student Athletes (ASA) is committed to providing holistic and inclusive
academic support for student-athletes. ASA aims to empower, teach, and champion student-athletes through graduation and beyond. ASA Team
values include community, service, well-being, and learning.

Reporting directly to the Director of Academics for Student Athletes
(ASA), the Head Football Academic Counselor/Assistant Director is the principal decision-maker for football counseling for ASA and directs a
small team of academic counselors. This individual must possess and demonstrate a superior administrative ability and understanding of NCAA,
Pac-12, and University rules as they apply to the provision of academic support to student athletes. The ethical and moral decision-making
and actions of this individual must be accurate, transparent, and always in keeping with the rules of the NCAA, Pac-12, University, and
ASA.

The Head Football Academic Counselor/Assistant Director will provide counsel to student athletes regarding academics and life
skills; serve as liaison among coaches, teaching faculty, staff, and student athletes; work collaboratively with other units across campus
in efforts to assist student athletes effectively; monitor and report the academic performance and eligibility of assigned student athletes
to ensure compliance with institutional Pac-12, and NCAA rules and regulations. The Head Football Academic Counselor/Assistant Director will
also support the monitoring and reporting of Academic Progress Rate (APR) and Graduation Success Rate (GSR) data for football students and
be the academic recruiting liaison for official and unofficial football visitations.

Why OSU?
Working for Oregon
State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers,
problem-solvers and change-makers. We dont wait for challenges to present themselves – we seek them out and take them on. We welcome
students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted
mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for
all.

FACTS:

Top 1.4% university in the world
More research funding than all public universities in
Oregon combined
1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and
Extension programs in all 36 counties
7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
100+
undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
35k+ students including more than
2.3k international students and 10k students of color
217k+ alumni worldwide
For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon
State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the
Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon States beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of Americas best
college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the
Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an
eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon
State University offers a comprehensive benefits
package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
Free confidential mental health
and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
Retirement savings paid by the university.
A generous paid leave package,
including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional
six Oregon Public Universities.
Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a
Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about
the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

Key Responsibilities
40% FUNCTIONAL AREA LEADERSHIP OF ASAS
FOOTBALL ACADEMIC SUPPORT PROGRAM: Oversee and direct the daily operation of the Football academic support program. Provide direct
supervision of staff members (academic counselors and intern) working with the Football academic support program. Provide complete program
management including development, implementation, and assessment of program goals & objectives. Track and monitor the program budget.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with student athletes, coaches, faculty, and other units on campus in providing
academic support for student athletes. Gather information daily from various student records systems, the academic mentors, tutors, and
study facilitators regarding current academic progress and status of student athletes; provide timely and accurate reports to the coaching
staff in team and individual meetings. Gather information from teaching faculty regarding academic progress throughout the term to provide
timely reports to the coaching staff, identifying all academic concerns and a plan to meet the concerns. Ensure new or potential students
meet NCAA eligibility guidelines and complete required registration steps to meet university expectations. Assist with various aspects of
student wellness and welfare. Maintain appropriate records to monitor students progress and prepare reports as required. Support the
monitoring and reporting of APR and GSR data for football students. Coordinate faculty and staff r program in collaboration with campus
partners. Submit annual program evaluation and summary of services report to Director of ASA.

45% ACADEMIC COUNSELING,
MONITORING AND INTERVENTION Meet regularly with assigned students to provide proactive counsel regarding academic performance as
well as academic requirements of the University, Pac-12, and NCAA. Provide recommendations and intervention strategies to student athletes
based on feedback from faculty and tutors. Attend, implement, and enforce the expectations of the evening study hall program, tutorial
services, and the transition program (BEST) provided by the ASA office. Serve as the academic recruiting liaison for official and unofficial
football visitations. Coordinate weekly meetings between ASA and Athletics Compliance to foster collaboration, communication, and proactive
problem-solving to meet student needs.

15% CONTRIBUTE TO TEAM EFFORT Help teach in the BEST summer bridge program;
communicate with incoming BEST football students, manage their classroom performance; assess their study needs in collaboration with the
Learning Specialist team; assign academic support services. Accept additional responsibilities and assignments at the direction of the
Director and Director of ASA. Contribute to a positive and productive work environment and maintain respectful professional working
relationships. Attend and actively engage in staff meetings, training, professional development experiences, and opportunities, as budget
allows. Hold membership in and participate in N4A, as budget allows. Regularly collaborate with co-workers, campus partners, athletic
department partners, and supervisor to successfully achieve mutually sought goals for the department and University.

What You
Will Need
Masters degree in education, counseling, psychology, or related field. Four years of experience working with football
student athletes within an athletic academic support program at a Division I or II institution. Excellent knowledge and working experience
with NCAA eligibility rules and regulations. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse educational, cultural,
and economic backgrounds. Excellent written and oral communication, computer, and organizational skills. Ability and willingness to travel
and work outside normal business hours (evenings, weekends, and some holidays).

This position is designated as a critical or
security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position
qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have
additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

What We Would Like You to Have
Experience with academic advising
of college students. Demonstrated experience collecting and monitoring APR and GSR data. Experience supervising full-time professional
staff.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Special Instructions to Applicants
To ensure full
consideration, applications must be received by July 9, 2023. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full
consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change
without notice to applicants.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:1) A resume/CV; and2) A
cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

You will also be required to
submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application
process.

For additional information please contact: Cynthia Castro at cynthia.castro@oregonstate.edu or by phone at 541-737-9338 or 520-850-0881

OSU
commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals
with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and
inclusive community.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

This position is
designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be
determined to be position qualified as per University Standard 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those
in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum
qualifications including the criminal history check requirement.

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/139623

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