Position Details
Position Information
Department Acad Svcs Stdnt Athletes (MSA)
Position Title Consultant-Ath Counselor
Job Title Academic Counselor: Student-Athletes
Appointment Type Professional Faculty
Job Location Corvallis
Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary
Academics for Student Athletes is seeking an Academic Counselor. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 12-month, professional faculty position.
The Academic Counselor within Academics for Student Athletes provides academic support services and counsel to student-athletes as assigned. This position acts as the liaison among coaches, teaching faculty, staff, and student-athletes; works collaboratively with other units across campus in efforts to assist student-athletes effectively; and monitors and tracks the academic performance and eligibility of assigned student-athletes to ensure compliance with institutional standards and NCAA requirements
This position reports directly to the Head Academic Counselor/Assistant Director.
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS :
-Top 1.4% university in the world
-More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
-1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
-2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
-7cultural resource centers (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources) that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
-100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
-35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
-217k+ alumni worldwide
-For more interesting facts about OSU visit:https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers acomprehensive benefits package (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee) with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
-Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
-Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
-Retirement savings paid by the university.
-A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
-Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
-Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
-Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
Oregon State University is deeply committed to the principles of a Health Promoting University. This commitment drives a collaborative approach across OSU's safety and well-being programs, reducing silos and coordinating efforts to enhance employee safety and well-being. By prioritizing resources that support the health of both employees and students, OSU fosters a culture of care and a healthier campus environment where everyone can thrive.
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Future and current OSU employees can use theBenefits Calculator (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator) to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .
Key Responsibilities
45% SERVE AS ACADEMIC COUNSELOR
Meet regularly with assigned students to provide counsel regarding academic performance and academic requirements.
Proactively counsel and assist student-athletes in identifying academic needs, concerns, and solutions, before, during and after their student journey.
Support the transfer student-athlete process.
Develop individualized academic support plans for assigned students.
Direct assigned student-athletes throughout the priority advisement process, registration, and degree declaration, in conjunction with major college advisors, culminating in successful and timely graduation.
Maintain a working knowledge of NCAA APR data reporting, requirements, and implications to best serve athletic programs.
Support the implementation of ASA's Academic Support Programs provided to student-athletes.
Serve as a general resource for assigned student-athletes regarding campus, academics, and NCAA rules and regulations
35% OVERSEE ACADEMIC MONITORING AND INTERVENTION
Monitor assigned student athletes' academic performance and continuing eligibility to ensure compliance with institutional standards and NCAA requirements.
Provide recommendations and intervention strategies to student-athletes based on ongoing collection of academic performance data from faculty, student-athletes, and ASA staff.
Collaborate with the Learning Specialist team each term to identify the most appropriate academic service plan for each student-athlete on designated teams.
Travel with teams when deemed necessary to provide academic support to students while away from campus for an extended period. The decision to travel is made in consultation with the Head Academic Counselor/Assistant Director and Director of ASA .
15% COMMUNICATE WITH COACHES AND CAMPUS PARTNERS
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and regular communication with coaches, sport supervisors, athletic department staff, faculty, and other campus partners.
Manage the compilation and timely dissemination of detailed student-athlete academic reports and updates to coaches, Head Academic Counselor/Assistant Director, and Director of ASA .
Meet regularly with coaches to report and discuss detailed current and future student-athlete academic progress and requirements as well as potential program implications.
Meet with prospective student-athletes (and their family members) on their official recruiting visits to OSU , as requested by coaching staffs and where appropriate.
5% TEAM CONTRIBUTIONS , PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT , AND OTHER DUTIES
Accept additional responsibilities and assignments at the direction of the Head Academic Counselor/Assistant Director and Director of ASA .
Contribute to a positive and productive work environment and maintain respectful professional working relationships.
Attend and actively engage in staff meetings, training, professional development experiences, and opportunities. Hold membership in and participate in N4A.
Regularly collaborate with co-workers, campus partners, athletic department partners, and supervisor to successfully achieve mutually sought goals for the department and University.
Support the BEST Summer Bridge program operations.
What You Will Need
Master's degree in education, counseling, student services, sport management, or related academic disciplineORbachelor's degree in a related academic discipline AND one year experience in academic advising culturally diverse university student populations.
One year of experience providing academic support to university students.
A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing an inclusive work environment.
Strong organizational, communication, and administrative skills, including attention to detail, timely follow-up, and meeting deadlines.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
What We Would Like You to Have
Master's degree in education, counseling, student services, sport management, or related academic discipline.
Experience in academic advising/counseling college student-athletes.
Knowledge of NCAA eligibility requirements governing continuing eligibility.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse educational, cultural, and economic backgrounds.
Experience supporting and monitoring APR and GSR .
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Typical office environment; ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed.
Pay Method Salary
Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Recommended Full-Time Salary Range $55,000-$60,000
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/163492
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P09771UF
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 05/18/2026
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 03/06/2026
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 04/06/2026
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
Letters of Reference will be requested on finalists only. When applying, you will be asked to provide the email address and telephone number for three (3) referees who will be sent a secure quicklink that will allow them to upload the requested letters of reference on your behalf.
For additional information please contact:
Beth Roberson
Beth.Roberson@oregonstate.edu
541-737-7489
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has "critical or security-sensitive" responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at ourBackground Checks (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks) website including thefor candidates (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/candidates) section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team atemployee.relations@oregonstate.edu.
Supplemental Questions
Read More at: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/177846
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
