Student-Athlete Academic Adviser

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The Pennsylvania State University is hiring a Student-Athlete Academic Adviser. This role involves coordinating academic support and counseling services for women's basketball and other sports teams, tracking student-athlete progress and eligibility, communicating with coaching staff and administration, teaching a seminar course, and supervising part-time staff.

Highlights

Coordinate academic support and counseling for women's basketball and other assigned sports teams.
Track and monitor student-athlete academic progress and eligibility.
Communicate academic progress to coaching staff, athletic administration, and MAC Director.
Teach one section of the student-athlete first-year seminar course.
Supervise, train, and evaluate part-time wage payroll staff.
Meet with prospective student-athletes and families as needed.
Collaborate frequently with MAC Directors, University staff including Admissions, Registrar, and ICA Compliance.
Must adhere to NCAA, Big Ten Conference rules, and Penn State regulations.
Required qualifications include a master’s degree in relevant fields and 1-3+ years of experience depending on level.
Salary range from $46,400 to $74,000 with a competitive full-time benefits package including medical, retirement, paid time off, and 75% tuition discount.

Student-Athlete Academic Adviser Full Description

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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

POSITION SPECIFICSâ

The Assistant Director or Academic Adviser is a valuable member of the Morgan Academic Center (MAC) team and will directly report to the Senior Associate Director of the MAC.

Primary responsibilities include the following:

Coordinate the academic support and counseling services for the women's basketball team and additional assigned sports teams which involve tracking and monitoring student-athlete academic progress and eligibility
Communicate student-athlete academic progress to coaching staff, athletic administration, and MAC Director
Teach one section of the student-athlete first-year seminar course
Supervise, train, and evaluate part-time wage payroll staff
Meet with prospective student-athletes and families, as required
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director and Sr. Associate Director. These duties require frequent collaboration with the MAC Director, the MAC Sr. Associate Director, University staff (Admissions/Registrar/ICA Compliance), and additional MAC staff as needed.

This position will be filled at the Supervisor or Intermediate Professional level. Evening and weekend hours will be required.

This position must adherence to NCAA, Big Ten Conference rules, and Penn State University regulations affecting the sport and the University.

Preferred Qualifications:

A master's degree or higher in counselor education, college student personnel, sports management, social work, education, higher education administration, or related discipline.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

If filled as Student Athlete Adviser - Supervisor, this position requires:Master's Degree3+ years of relevant experienceRequired Certifications:NoneIf filled as Student Athlete Adviser - Intermediate Professional, this position requires:Master's Degree1+ years of relevant experienceRequired Certifications:None

About the Morgan Academic Center:

The Morgan Academic Center strives to provide comprehensive learning services that help all student-athletes reach their potential while achieving academic and athletic excellence. We accomplish this mission by embracing and promoting the academic and athletic missions of the University, the Office of Undergraduate Education, and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $46,400.00 - $74,000.00.

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Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.

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