Under the supervisor of Gossett Student-Athlete Center's Athletic Academic Counselors, the Assistant Athletic Academic Counselors will be responsible for providing academic support to a caseload of  student-athletes while monitoring continuing eligibility and ensuring progress towards graduation.
 
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for overseeing and managing Study hall for participating student-athletes from assigned sport programs including day time and night time operations
• Advise & assist a caseload of student-athletes with course selection to meet career goals and athletic demands
• Monitor academic progress of a caseload of student-athletes in accordance to institutional, Big Ten, and NCAA eligibility regulations
• Hold weekly academic sessions with designated caseload of at-risk students to help develop academic skills including time management, organization, use of all resources, etc.
• Complete session reports in addition to assisting AAC with weekly academic report to coaches
• Communicate regularly with assigned Athletic Academic Counselor & Learning Specialist specific to the academic performance of assigned at-risk student-athletes
• Assist with summer bridge, recruiting , GSAC/3ACE conference and other various projects as assigned
• Maintain academic integrity at ALL times while adhering to all GSAC, University of Maryland, B1G, and NCAA rules and regulations
• Participate in regularly scheduled training specific to role of AAC/ALS in order to enhance and develop the necessary skill sets to best prepare for a full-time career

Other Essential Functions:

• Must have strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail (specifically google suite, microsoft office & various university systems)
• Ability to set appropriate professional boundaries and serve as a professional supervisor, monitor and leader of a diverse student-athlete population during study hall and meetings/trainings
• Maintain a high level of cultural awareness and competency
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings and some weekends
• Maintain academic integrity at all times
• Ability to communicate effectively, professionally and accurately (oral and written)

Qualifications:

• Master's degree required; preferred educational background in Student Personnel, Social Work, Counseling, Education or Sport Administration.
• Preference is also given to applicants who have completed a Graduate Assistantship in athletic academic services and/or have N4A membership.
• Must have a desire to obtain full-time employment in the Athletic Academic Services profession.
• Experience working with at-risk student populations within an academic setting
• Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment

To Apply: Upload (1) cover letter, (2) resume, and (3) names and contact information of at least three references to:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfFL8mzk2d7TlKP4iO05xKH7fc7hAXF7FD-fTSBAi8wCk2tgg/viewform?usp=sf_link.  
 
Compensation:  $18/HR
 
Duration:  July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024 (one year)  
 
Best Consideration Date: April 10, 2023