Athletic Counselor I - 007783

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Number

007783

Position Title

Athletic Counselor I - 007783

Division

Athletics

Department

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Number

007783

Position Title

Athletic Counselor I - 007783

Division

Athletics

Department

110110 - Athletics Academic Services

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in education, counseling, or a related field from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama and one year of athletic academic counseling and/or athletic academic advising experience. A master’s degree is preferred and will substitute for one year of the required experience. Experience in a collegiate setting is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Job Description Summary

The University of South Alabama’s Athletics Academic Services seeking to hire an Athletic Counselor I. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

Essential Functions

These are the job duties required of the position.

| Essential Functions |
- Provides academic advising and counseling to student athletes in various academic majors in matters relating to goal setting, curriculum choice, course load, study habits, and course selection. - Evaluates student-athlete records and transcripts to ensure eligibility requirements are met following NCAA and University policies and guidelines. - Ensures compliance with applicable NCAA, University, and Sun Belt guidelines. - Tracks student-athlete academic performance through the use of progress reports and communication with faculty members. - Regulates and monitors student-athlete class registration and drop/add. - Identifies at-risk students and refers students to appropriate resources. - Conducts and arranges tutoring programs for student-athletes. - Supervises study halls and other academic programming which will require working evenings and weekends. - Works one-on-one with student athletes concerning study skills and class related content/requirements. - Communicates effectively with coaches and other staff concerning student-athlete academic performance. - Arranges various testing for student-athletes. - Provides guidance to student-athletes with issues related to personal development. - Ensures services and accommodations are available for student-athletes with disabilities. - Maintains records and files. - Interacts with student-athletes, parents, coaches, faculty, staff in person, by telephone, by mail, and by e-mail. - Provides oral and written reports regarding student-athlete academic progress. - Attends recruiting functions and various events and meetings which may include evenings and weekends. - Travels with athletic teams as required. - Ensures confidentiality of student-athlete information. - Analyzes and interprets the NCAA Progress Rate (APR) information for designated teams. - Participates in the development and execution of programming designed specifically to manage and ensure APR success rates. - Coordinates with the Athletics Compliance Office regarding student-athlete academic progress and eligibility. - Regular and prompt attendance. - Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required. - Related duties as required.

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Posting Information

| Number of Vacancies | 1 | | Position End Date (if temporary) | | | Job Open Date | 09/20/2025 | | Job Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicants | | | Working Days | Varies | | Working Hours | Varies | | Job Location | Main Campus | | Full-time or Part-Time | Full Time | | Regular or Temporary | Regular |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you at least 18 years of age?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?

   • Yes
   • No

3. * The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions.   Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?

   • Yes
   • No

4. * What is the highest level of education you have completed?

   • Less than High School
   • High School Diploma or equivalent
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
   • Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
   • Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)

5. * How many years of related experience do you have?

   • Less than 1 year
   • Between 1 - 3 years
   • Between 3 - 5 years
   • Between 5 - 7 years
   • More than 7 years

6. * How did you hear about this position?

   • USA website
   • LinkedIn
   • Zip Recruiter
   • Indeed
   • HigherEd Jobs
   • Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
   • Facebook
   • Word of mouth
   • Other

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter

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