Academic Counselor - Athletics

West Virginia University • Morgantown, WV • 9h ago

Description The department of Athletics at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for an Academic Counselor. About the Opportunity This position will provide academic support and guidance to Olympic sport and at-risk student-athletes assigned by the Assistant Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Academic Services. Duties include organizing and implementing academic programs that contribute to supervised student-athlete's educational and personal growth. We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

37.5-hour work week

13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)

24 annual leave (vacation) days per year or more based on years of service (employee leave)

18 sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)

WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits

401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.

Wellness programs What You'll Do Evaluate student-athlete academic records to determine progress towards a degree and maintenance of eligibility. Requires knowledge of institutional and NCAA eligibility requirements. Inform coaches regarding institutional and NCAA requirements related to student-athletes' academic progress and eligibility. Organize and implement specific academic programs to assist student-athletes in meeting their educational goals. Duties include monitoring and guiding student-athletes during study hall, general tutoring, and assisting with test preparation, study skills, and time management. Assist student-athletes in identifying educational and career interests, selecting classes, and determining academic majors. Communicate with University advisors and Registrar's office to maintain up-to-date records of major academic requirements and degree program changes. Monitor academic progress of student-athletes through routine contact with student-athletes and professors. Provide academic reports to coaches on the progress and classroom performance of student-athletes. Maintain frequent communication with coaches, faculty, tutors, and University professionals regarding student-athlete progress and concerns. Maintain accurate records and knowledge of student-athletes' academic schedules to notify coaches regarding classes, tests, appointments, study sessions, and community service. Monitor the Academic Progress Rate (APR) of assigned sports programs. Communicate regularly with the coach and respective sport administrator surrounding the APR of each program. Assist student-athletes with job searching and applications for post-graduate awards. Guide and advise student-athletes in solving problems and addressing educational and social issues. Create class schedules for incoming student-athletes for summer and fall semesters. Assist the Athletic Compliance Office with the implementation and oversight of... For full info follow application link.

West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.

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