Athletic Academic Advisor II

Job Title

Athletic Academic Advisor II

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

Athletic Administration

Proposed Minimum Salary

$2,964.00 monthly

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

This position may pay more than the minimum proposed salary listed above, depending on experience and/or qualifications of the selected candidate.

The Academic Advisor II, complies with all state, system, and university policies, regulations, rules, procedures, guidelines, and directives in a timely manner and adhere to confidentiality policies (FERPA).

Responsibilities:

• Provides pre-assessment of student-athletes academic abilities and skills during their first semester of enrollment at PVAMU.
• Provides specialized orientation programming for freshman/transfer student-athletes.
• Provides academic advising to assigned pre-major student-athletes.
• Works with assigned PVAMU Faculty/staff advisors to ensure progress toward graduation for student-athletes with declared majors.
• Monitors and tracks student-athlete academic progress.
• Assists student-athletes in developing academic plans.
• Monitors assignment of tutorial support.
• Assists in course scheduling (registration).
• Monitors and tracks athletic eligibility.
• Communicates student-athlete’s academic progress, grade checks, and class attendance to coaches.
• Provides information to student-athletes and coaches regarding institutional policies, academic requirements, and athletic eligibility.
• Nominates student-athletes for NCAA, conference, and, institutional academic awards.
• Assists in the completion of continuing eligibility certification.
• Acts as a liaison between student-athletes and faculty, academic departments, and student services personnel.
• Assists with the preparation of NCAA, SWAC, and institutional reports as assigned by the Director.
• Participates in the recruiting process by meeting with prospective student-athletes in assigned sports.
• Assists in the development of student-athlete orientation, career, personal, and professional development programs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field.
• Three years of experience in athletic advising/counseling students in higher education or related field.

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Knowledge of student information systems, degree planning, and degree audits.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to present information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of NCAA eligibility rules.

Other Requirements:

• May work some evenings and weekends.

Job Posting Close Date:

• 7/21/23

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above “Required Attachments” section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

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 committed to diversity.

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 committed to diversity.