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Purdue University Fort Wayne is hiring an Athletic Academic Specialist. This role demands supporting student-athletes' academic success and personal development by providing individualized academic services, monitoring progress, ensuring NCAA compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders to facilitate developmental programming.

Highlights

Provide tailored academic support and monitor student-athletes' progress toward degree completion.
Ensure compliance with NCAA academic eligibility requirements and manage certification processes.
Collaborate with Athletics and campus officials to assess prospective student-athletes and co-facilitate life skills programs.
Teach 2–3 sections annually of the Freshman Success course for student-athletes.
Maintain accurate academic support records and assist with various duties as assigned.
Proficiency required in Microsoft Office Suite; preferred knowledge of Banner, DegreeWorks, LSDBi, and Compliance Assistant.
Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work with diverse populations.
Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree and 0-2 years of related experience.
Annual salary is $43,888.00.
Benefits include free tuition through Purdue University Global, insurance starting from day one, paid time off, and fee remission for Purdue degrees for employees and their families.

Athletic Academic Specialist Full Description

Join Purdue University Fort Wayne:

Purdue University Fort Wayne is currently seeking a fulltime, onsite Athletic Academic Specialist in our Mastodon Academic Performance Center. The Athletic Academic Specialist is responsible for supporting the academic success and personal development of student-athletes. The pay for this position is between $43,888.00 annually.

Primary Responsibilities:

Provide individualized academic support services, monitors academic progress toward degree completion, and ensures compliance with NCAA academic eligibility requirements.
Collaborate with Athletics and campus stakeholders to assess the academic qualifications of prospective student-athletes and to co-facilitate NCAA-mandated and institutionally supported life skills and developmental programming.
Contribute to the holistic development of student-athletes and upholds institutional and NCAA standards of academic integrity and student support.
Provide comprehensive academic support to assigned student-athletes, including proactive outreach, regular meetings, and individualized academic success planning.
Assist in managing the NCAA academic eligibility certification process three times annually.
Teach 2–3 sections annually of the Freshman Success course for student-athletes.
Maintain accurate records of academic support activities and student progress.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends as required

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s Degree
0-2 years of related experience.
Proficiency in higher education systems and software, including Banner, DegreeWorks, LSDBi, and Compliance Assistant.
Knowledge of student development theory, academic advising practices, and strategies for learning and retention.
Familiarity with NCAA academic eligibility regulations and compliance standards.

Benefits:

Free tuition through Purdue University Global.
Fee remission for a traditional Purdue degree for yourself, your spouse, and your child(ren).
Insurance starts on first day of employment.
Generous Paid Time Off – additional PTO in December.
Additional benefit information: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/benewell/

Additional Information:

Resumes and cover letters that contain portraits or personal information are not permitted.
Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
A background check and misconduct screen will be required for employment in this position.

Purdue Fort Wayne is an EEO/AA

FLSA Status

Exempt

Original Job Description

Join Purdue University Fort Wayne:

Primary Responsibilities:

Provide individualized academic support services, monitors academic progress toward degree completion, and ensures compliance with NCAA academic eligibility requirements.
Collaborate with Athletics and campus stakeholders to assess the academic qualifications of prospective student-athletes and to co-facilitate NCAA-mandated and institutionally supported life skills and developmental programming.
Contribute to the holistic development of student-athletes and upholds institutional and NCAA standards of academic integrity and student support.
Provide comprehensive academic support to assigned student-athletes, including proactive outreach, regular meetings, and individualized academic success planning.
Assist in managing the NCAA academic eligibility certification process three times annually.
Teach 2–3 sections annually of the Freshman Success course for student-athletes.
Maintain accurate records of academic support activities and student progress.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends as required

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s Degree
0-2 years of related experience.
Proficiency in higher education systems and software, including Banner, DegreeWorks, LSDBi, and Compliance Assistant.
Knowledge of student development theory, academic advising practices, and strategies for learning and retention.
Familiarity with NCAA academic eligibility regulations and compliance standards.

Benefits:

Free tuition through Purdue University Global.
Fee remission for a traditional Purdue degree for yourself, your spouse, and your child(ren).
Insurance starts on first day of employment.
Generous Paid Time Off – additional PTO in December.
Additional benefit information: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/benewell/

Additional Information:

Resumes and cover letters that contain portraits or personal information are not permitted.
Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
A background check and misconduct screen will be required for employment in this position.

Purdue Fort Wayne is an EEO/AA

FLSA Status

Exempt

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