Academic Coordinator

The Academic Coordinator oversees the daily operations and functions of the Academic Support Programs for assigned athletic teams and other assigned student-athletes.

Assists the Assistant Athletic Director Academic Services and the Assistant Athletic Director Compliance and Life Skills Development to administer developmental and support programming for all student-athletes.

This position will develop and maintain strong communication with supervisor, peers, internal and external constituents, coaches, administrators, faculty, and the Faculty Athletics Representative.

The budgeted annual salary range that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position is $54,882 annually. The internal full salary range is $54,882 $74,253.

Essential Functions

• Work with a caseload of student-athletes one-on-one or in small groups to implement personalized learning strategies and techniques as part of an overall plan for academic success including study skill development, weekly / daily time management schedules, note taking, and critical reading support.
• Track the academic performance of all assigned student-athletes, which may include the collection of syllabi, weekly / daily objectives, weekly / regular meetings, study tables, and progress reports, while promoting academic responsibility.
• Create and distribute missed class letters for all assigned student-athletes.
• Respond to Faculty inquiries regarding student-athletes' academic performance, attendance, and / or other concerns.
• Assists with referral and support services for student-athletes with a diagnosed learning disability.
• Follow NCAA Bylaws, University policy, and West Coast Conference standards to monitor the academic eligibility, degree progression, and academic performance of assigned student-athletes.
• Monitor and report academic performance of all assigned student-athletes.
• Provide academic advisement and support for assigned student-athletes.
• Collaborate with faculty advisors during registration to plan class schedules that align with graduation requirements and missed class predictions to best set up students for success.
• Provide assistance for academic planning and major / career exploration for student-athletes. Collaborate with campus partners in the registration of designated freshman student-athletes.
• Serve as Peer Tutorial Program Coordinator which is responsible for recruiting, hiring, and training staff of peer tutors to meet the academic demands of our student-athletes.

Also responsible for maintaining database of tutor appointments and tutor reports, as well as timesheet approval for student employees

• Co-instruct New Athlete Orientation course during the fall semester.
• Assist campus partners in the planning, registration, coordination, orientation, and monitoring of assigned student-athletes during the University's summer programming.
• Assist prospective student-athletes during recruitment, meet with prospects and / or families during campus visits, evaluate transcripts for initial eligibility or transfer eligibility, identify concerns and create action plans to resolve eligibility issues.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with student-athletes, coaches, administrators, faculty, faculty advisors, and other University departments.

Employees of Gonzaga University's Athletic Department must comply with all NCAA rules and regulations, and acknowledge this compliance as part of an evaluation process.

At all times and in all positional duties compliance with NCAA rules and regulations must be maintained. The amount of work dedicated to compliance-related tasks may vary by role and responsibility level.

Other Functions

• Assists other members of the Athletic department during peak periods and with special workload projects.
• Incumbent may represent the department on University-wide committees or projects as assigned and approved by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least one (1) year of work experience in academic advising or instruction at university level. Five (5) years of experience may be substituted in lieu of education requirement.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and work effectively with a diverse group of student-athletes and work effectively with a diverse staff.
• Excellent interpersonal, organization and problem solving skills, and an ability to communicate with numerous University constituencies in an effective manner to clearly explain options and solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to operate with a high level of confidentiality and discretion.
• Ability to : Work in a time sensitive, team-oriented, collaborative environment with irregular hours, including nights and weekends;

Problem solve, think creatively and organize; Have a sense of urgency and work well under pressure; exercise good judgement, flexibility, and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs.

Evening and weekend work is required.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three (3) years professional work experience in academic advising or instruction at university level.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Experience with NCAA Compliance Assistant internet database.
• Experience with BANNER student records system.
• Familiarity with Gonzaga University catalog, academic requirements, and policies and procedures.

Physical Demands

• Remain in a stationary position 70% of the time.
• Wrist and hand movement related to computer work.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, stretch, and reach.
• Ability to be mobile campus wide for appropriate campus needs.

Minimum Salary

54882

Salary Midpoint

64568

Maximum Salary

74253