June 30, 2011
POSITION VACANCY
POSITION TITLE: Director/Assistant Director, Football Academic Counselor
DEPARTMENT: Intercollegiate Athletics
CATEGORY: Full-time, Exempt (111565)
UNIVERSITY: The University of Maryland is among the most comprehensive and successful athletic programs in the United States with 27 sports and an annual expense budget of approximately $55 million. The University is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is located on a beautiful campus located eight miles north of the nation's capital and near Columbia, Maryland, which was recently listed as the #4 “Best Place to Live” by Money Magazine. The Athletic Program has won 18 national championships over the last 15 years and is a charter member of the Atlantic Coast Conference. Currently, 92 of the University's academic programs are ranked in their respective Top 25 nationally.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Director/Assistant Director (Academic Counselor) for the Academic Support and Career Development Unit is responsible for assisting the Associate Director with the development and implementation of academic support and career development programs and services for football student athletes. This person will be assigned a caseload of football student athletes to monitor academic progress and athletic eligibility and will also advise these students in matters of course selection, major degree program selection, and track progress towards graduation. This individual will also be responsible for monitoring assigned study table sessions; he/she will assist in coordinating tutorial assignments; and with monitoring and implementation of study table. Active participation in weekend recruiting activities, both for official and unofficial visits and evening and weekends will be a requirement occasionally.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred, preferably in Counseling, Student Personnel, Education or related field. Minimum of two years experience in post-secondary educational institutions, preferably in athletic academic services working with football student-athletes. Must have a working knowledge of NCAA academic rules and procedures. Strong oral and written communication skills are needed. Must be computer literate. Must be available and willing to work evenings and weekends.
SALARY: Commensurate with experience.
POSITION AVAILABLE: Review of applications and nominations will begin immediately. Interviews will continue until the position is filled.
APPLICATION: Submit applications electronically at http://jobs.umd.edu. Search for Position Number 111565. For best consideration applications should include: (1) cover letter, (2) resume, and (3) names and addresses of at least three references. More information on Maryland Athletics can be found at www.umterps.com.
The University of Maryland is an EEO/AA employer.
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
