What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Athletic Director of Academic Services position at NCAA?
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Posted: 02-Jul-26
Location: Santa Barbara, California
Type: Full-time
Salary: $71,600 to $101,080 annually
Categories
Operations
Operations - Academic Support
Sector
Collegiate Sports
Salary Details
Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $71,600 to $127,400/year.
Required Education
4 Year Degree
Internal Number: 87228
Provides leadership in the administration, oversight, management, and policy development for a comprehensive academic analysis, academic support, academic advising, tutoring, and mentoring program for student-athletes in all ICA Division I athletic programs at UCSB. Direct oversight of the Athletic admissions process, working in collaboration with the Director of Admissions, admissions counselors, and Athletic Academic Review Committee. Uses expert knowledge of current Institutional, NCAA, conference legislation, policy, and procedures. Responsible for the direct oversight of staff as well as programming to support academic success identified by retention and graduation of student-athletes. Responsible for creating and implementing systems to support the achievement of NCAA academic standards. Monitors satisfactory progress of student-athletes according to UCSB, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations, ensuring that this information is used to accurately advise student-athletes as they progress towards degrees. Analyzes complex student cases and develops solutions regarding NCAA initial and continuing eligibility. Serves as liaison between the College of Letters and Science/Intercollegiate Athletics and other academic and non-academic campus units. Provides training and education on NCAA regulations to college and department units. Direct oversight of the Athletic admissions process, working in collaboration with the Director of Admissions, admissions counselors, and the Athletic Academic Review Committee. Assists with the admissions evaluation process for prospective student-athletes. Develops and implements programs to enhance the academic and life skills opportunities for student-athletes. Creates and provides academic analysis and progress reports to ICA administration, L&S, department coaches, and staff. Assists with Academic Progress Rate (APR), Graduate Success Rate (GSR), and Federal Graduation Rate (FGR) reporting and documenting procedures in collaboration with the Registrar's office and the athletics department's compliance office. Assists with Admissions evaluation processes for prospective student-athletes. Develop, produce, and present reports on student-athlete outcomes to ICA administration and other academic and non-academic campus units such as L&S, the Office of the Chancellor, and the Academic Senate.
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Required Qualifications
About UCSB Athletics
UC Santa Barbara is located on the Pacific Ocean, ranks among the top-10 public universities in the nation and is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities. The UCSB Athletics Department includes 20 intercollegiate sports teams and 450 student-athletes that compete for championships in the Big West Conference and at the NCAA Division 1 level. The Gauchos have won a record 10 Big West Conference Commissioner's Cups, representing the league's all-sports champion.
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https://ncaamarket.ncaa.org/jobs/22395512/associate-athletic-director-of-academic-services
Posted: 02-Jul-26
Location: Santa Barbara, California
Type: Full-time
Salary: $71,600 to $101,080 annually
Categories
Operations
Operations - Academic Support
Sector
Collegiate Sports
Salary Details
Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $71,600 to $127,400/year.
Required Education
4 Year Degree
Internal Number: 87228
Provides leadership in the administration, oversight, management, and policy development for a comprehensive academic analysis, academic support, academic advising, tutoring, and mentoring program for student-athletes in all ICA Division I athletic programs at UCSB. Direct oversight of the Athletic admissions process, working in collaboration with the Director of Admissions, admissions counselors, and Athletic Academic Review Committee. Uses expert knowledge of current Institutional, NCAA, conference legislation, policy, and procedures. Responsible for the direct oversight of staff as well as programming to support academic success identified by retention and graduation of student-athletes. Responsible for creating and implementing systems to support the achievement of NCAA academic standards. Monitors satisfactory progress of student-athletes according to UCSB, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations, ensuring that this information is used to accurately advise student-athletes as they progress towards degrees. Analyzes complex student cases and develops solutions regarding NCAA initial and continuing eligibility. Serves as liaison between the College of Letters and Science/Intercollegiate Athletics and other academic and non-academic campus units. Provides training and education on NCAA regulations to college and department units. Direct oversight of the Athletic admissions process, working in collaboration with the Director of Admissions, admissions counselors, and the Athletic Academic Review Committee. Assists with the admissions evaluation process for prospective student-athletes. Develops and implements programs to enhance the academic and life skills opportunities for student-athletes. Creates and provides academic analysis and progress reports to ICA administration, L&S, department coaches, and staff. Assists with Academic Progress Rate (APR), Graduate Success Rate (GSR), and Federal Graduation Rate (FGR) reporting and documenting procedures in collaboration with the Registrar's office and the athletics department's compliance office. Assists with Admissions evaluation processes for prospective student-athletes. Develop, produce, and present reports on student-athlete outcomes to ICA administration and other academic and non-academic campus units such as L&S, the Office of the Chancellor, and the Academic Senate.
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Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in related area and /or equivalent experience/training
- 1-3 years Experience advising/counseling students in higher education or related field.
- 1-3 years Experience assisting in coordinating programs, workshops, and community service and leadership development experiences for student-athletes.
- 1-3 years Experience in academic advising in a higher education setting.
- 1-3 years Experience in serving diverse student populations
- Expert knowledge in current Institutional, NCAA, conference legislation, policy and procedures.
- Advanced knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
- Thorough knowledge of college / school policies, procedures, and requirements.
- Thorough knowledge of department/college / school precedents and application of policy.
- Skills in judgment and decision-making, problem solving, and project management.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Abilities in problem identification, reasoning, and ability to develop original ideas to solve problems.
- Knowledge of and ability to interpret NCAA legislation and UCSB Academic Senate Policy.
- Knowledge of multiple majors, colleges, and schools.
- Thorough knowledge of student advising techniques.
- Demonstrated ability to write clear, concise, and precise reports and other business correspondence.
- Strong computer skills including but not limited to: Google Suite, Zoom, MS Office
- Familiar with Letters and Science departments and curricula.
- Demonstrated computer proficiency using standard office and educational applications
About UCSB Athletics
UC Santa Barbara is located on the Pacific Ocean, ranks among the top-10 public universities in the nation and is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities. The UCSB Athletics Department includes 20 intercollegiate sports teams and 450 student-athletes that compete for championships in the Big West Conference and at the NCAA Division 1 level. The Gauchos have won a record 10 Big West Conference Commissioner's Cups, representing the league's all-sports champion.
Connections working at UCSB Athletics
More Jobs from This Employer
https://ncaamarket.ncaa.org/jobs/22395512/associate-athletic-director-of-academic-services
Salary : $71,600 - $101,080