March 7, 2007

POSITION VACANCY

POSITION TITLE:               Academic Counselor

DEPARTMENT:                   Intercollegiate Athletics

CATEGORY:                         Full-time, Exempt (10055)

RESPONSIBILITIES:          The Academic Counselor for Academic Support and Career Development Unit (ASCDU) is responsible for assisting student-athletes in meeting their academic objectives.  This individual will serve as the primary contact and academic counselor for academic plans and progress of student-athletes for assigned teams (Competitive Cheer; Gymnastics; Men's Tenns; Women's Tennis; Women's Water Polo; and Softball).  Specific responsibilities include: participating in the recruitment, orientation, pre-registration, and enrollment of student-athletes; acting as a liaison to faculty, administrators, and coaches regarding student-athlete academic matters; tracking and monitoring academic progress for each student-athlete to ensure satisfactory progress; coordinating the meetings and activities of the Student Athlete Advisory Council; coordinating and facilitating career development programs as a part of the overall C.H.A.M.P.S. / Life Skills program; teach a section of UNIV 100 - Introduction to the University course; and performing other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Master's degree required, preferably in Counseling, Student Personnel, Education, or related field. At least 2-3 years of experience in post-secondary educational institutions, preferably in athletic academic services.  Must have a working knowledge of NCAA academic rules and procedures.  Strong oral and written communication skills are needed.  Must be computer literate. 

SALARY:       Commensurate with experience.

APPLICATION:    For best consideration, please email cover letter, current resume, and the name, address, and telephone number of three professional to:

                        Ms. Lisa Lepore

                        Director of ICA Human Resources

Dept. of Intercollegiate Athletics

                        University of Maryland

                        P.O. Box 295

                        College Park, MD 20741-0295

                        Fax: 301-314-7149

                        Email: terpjobs-athletics@umd.edu

The University of Maryland is an EEO/AA employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.