Job Description

The Academic Mentor will work one-on-one with multiple student-athletes in a structured academic setting. Mentors provide guided instruction in study skills, research skills, and time-management techniques, as well as support in accessing academic resources. The mentor is expected to establish rapport with student-athletes by demonstrating patience, building trust, and maintaining confidentiality in all discussions.

Mentors are required to complete daily reports for each mentoring session. This position reports directly to the Academic Mentor Coordinator within the Student-Athlete Support Services (SASS) program. This is not a tutoring position.

Applicants must be available for various time blocks during the week (Monday–Friday).

Colorado State University may conduct background checks on final candidates.

Employee benefit information can be found on HR’s website .

Salary Range

Required Application Documents

To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.