Job Information
University of North Carolina at Charlotte Academic Advisor I in Charlotte, North Carolina
Position Number: 003927
Department: University College (Adm)
Employment Type: Permanent - Full-time
Months Per Year: 12
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Academic Advising for assigned teams to include weekly monitoring and meeting with at-risk student-athletes; support of all assigned teams and coaches; Admissions assistance to include evaluating all FTIC , transfer and graduate applications for admissibility and eligibility and meeting with recruits as needed; instruction of at least one University Transitions Seminar course specifically for student-athletes per academic year; active participation in assistance with programs such as study hall, awards nomination and other duties as assigned.
Academic Advising and Support for Assigned Teams to include but not limited to:
Maintain a current knowledge of the academic rules and procedures of the University, Conference and the NCAA
Help to identify those student-athletes who fall into the category of academically high risk
Assist assigned student-athletes with course selection and knowledge of eligibility requirements which enables satisfactory progress toward graduation
Assist student-athletes in choosing a major(s) which best meets their career goals
Maintain student-athlete academic/progress towards degree files
Assist in monitoring the established study hall program and report students’ hours to coaches weekly
Provide admissions assistance for assigned teams
Teach at least one section of a UCOL course designated specifically for varsity Charlotte student-athletes each academic year
Minimum Experience / Education:
Earned Master’s degree by start date.
Preferred Education Skills and Experience:
1-2 years as a full-time professional advisor in an academic support program working with NCAA Division I student-athletes or at least 4 academic semesters working in a similar environment as a Graduate Assistant or post graduate intern.
Demonstrate exceptional verbal and written communication skills to clearly and effectively interact with a variety of audiences and stakeholders.
Documented ability to build bridges and collaborative relationships.
Knowledge of current best practices related to delivery of academic services for student-athlete populations.
The candidate must demonstrate in-depth knowledge of and experience with the educational and cultural needs of a diverse student body.