What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Support Coordinator position at Valparaiso University?
Position Description:
The candidate must display the highest ethical standards and a commitment to the overall success of Valparaiso Athletics and possess outstanding leadership, management, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to work effectively and relate to a diverse group of coaches, faculty, staff, and student-athletes.
Major Responsibilities:
- Monitor and track weekly academic progress through weekly meetings
- Provide a weekly report to all head coaches relative to academic performance; evaluation of performance of at-risk student-athletes and weekly study hall and tutoring hours
- Track continuing and transfer eligibility and maintain designated information in APP and APR purposes
- Assist student-athletes in obtaining and utilizing campus resources
- Communicate with campus and faculty advisors regarding student-athlete registration
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Bachelors degree required with preferred degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling, Sociology or related field
- 1-2 years of experience working with Division I student-athletes
Other Qualifications:
- A master's degree and 2 years of experience working in academic support services for student-athletes is preferred.
All offers of employment with Valparaiso University are contingent upon the clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks may include criminal history, motor vehicle reports, prior employment verification, and personal/professional references. If applicable to the position, they will also include credit history. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates for employment.
To be considered for this position, you must upload:
Cover letter
Resume
List of 3 professional references
Answer all application questions
Please address the cover letter to:
Merce Poindexter, Sr. Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Welfare & Compliance
Valparaiso University