Athletic Academic Counselor

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Job Title:

Athletic Academic Counselor

Physical Location:

 Kent Campus - Kent, OH

Salary:

$39,000 

Basic Function:

To perform advising, counseling and monitoring duties regarding the academic progress and eligibility of student athletes.

Additional Basic Function – if applicable:

Job Title:

Athletic Academic Counselor

Physical Location:

 Kent Campus - Kent, OH

Salary:

$39,000 

Basic Function:

To perform advising, counseling and monitoring duties regarding the academic progress and eligibility of student athletes.

Additional Basic Function – if applicable:

Examples of Duties:

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:  Maintain detailed and accurate records of students' academic progress and performance. Monitor NCAA, MAC and institutional requirements for continuing eligibility. Meet weekly with assigned student-athletes to monitor academic performance and provide academic support. Assist with team recruiting events for academics. Perform related duties as assigned.

Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Sports Administration or related field; three months experience working with students in an educational setting; teaching, higher education, academic advising, counseling, academic support services, or related field. License/Certification:   Knowledge Of: National Collegiate Athletic Association and Mid-American Conference rules and regulations regarding academic eligibility; academic programs * Personal computer applications Skill In: Working with academically challenged students and students with learning disabilities Organizational, written and oral communication to interact effectively with members of the University community Ability To: Work evenings, weekends and travel as needed with athletic teams Demonstrate professionalism and effectively interact with a diverse population of students, coaches, and university administrators  

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:

Master’s degree in Education, Sport Administration or a related field. One year of work experience in intercollegiate academic counseling or student services setting.

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Incumbent must be able to communicate with others. Incumbent may be required to travel from building to building frequently and off campus frequently.

Working Schedule:

Additional Information:

Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.

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