Job description
The Academics for Student Athletes is seeking an Academic Counselor. This is a full-time (1.00
FTE
), 12-month, professional faculty position.
Academics for Student Athletes (ASA) is committed to providing holistic and inclusive academic support for student-athletes. ASA aims to empower, teach, and champion student-athletes through graduation and beyond. ASA Team values include community, service, well-being, and learning.
This position provides academic support services and counsel for men’s football. It 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 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 Football Academic Counselor/Assistant Director.
Why OSU?
Academics for Student Athletes (ASA) is committed to providing holistic and inclusive academic support for student-athletes. ASA aims to empower, teach, and champion student-athletes through graduation and beyond. ASA Team values include community, service, well-being, and learning.
This position provides academic support services and counsel for men’s football. It 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 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 Football Academic Counselor/Assistant Director.
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 :
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 county. 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 a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Position Duties
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
- 7 cultural resource centers 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 county. 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 a comprehensive benefits package 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.
- 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.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
45%
SERVE
AS
ACADEMIC
COUNSELOR
- Meet regularly with assigned students regarding academic performance and University and NCAA requirements.
- Proactively counsel and assist football student athletes in identifying academic needs, concerns and solutions, before, during and after their student journey.
- Support the transfer student course articulation 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 strong working knowledge of NCAA APR data reporting, requirements, and implications.
- Implement and enforce the expectations of learning services and transition 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 athlete academic performance and continuing eligibility to ensure compliance with institutional standards and NCAA requirements.
- Provide recommendations and intervention strategies to student athletes based on the 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 the football team when 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 Football Academic Counselor/Assistant Director and Director of ASA.
- Coordinate men’s football academic awards recognition initiatives.
15% COMMUNICATE WITH COACHES AND CAMPUS PARTNERS
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and regular communication with coaches, 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 Football Academic Counselor/Assistant Director, and Director of ASA.
- Meet regularly with football coaches and Head Football Academic Counselor/Assistant Director to report and discuss current and future academic progress related to institutional standing, graduation, and NCAA eligibility.
- 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% CONTRIBUTE TO TEAM EFFORT
- Accept additional responsibilities and assignments at the direction of the Head Football 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, as budget allows. Hold membership in and participate in N4A, as budget allows.
- 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 operations.
Master’s degree in Education, Counseling, Student Services, Sport Management, or another related academic discipline.
One-year of any experience providing academic support to university students.
Experience upholding NCAA rules and regulations related to academic eligibility and Bylaw 14.
A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
Excellent organizational, computer, written and verbal communication skills.
Ability and willingness to travel and work some evenings and weekends.
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 OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
One-year of any experience providing academic support to university students.
Experience upholding NCAA rules and regulations related to academic eligibility and Bylaw 14.
A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
Excellent organizational, computer, written and verbal communication skills.
Ability and willingness to travel and work some evenings and weekends.
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 OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
- Two years of professional or graduate work experience coordinating academic support for football student athletes. Experience working with individuals or organizations from historically underrepresented groups.
- Proficiency with Banner, GradesFirst, and TeamWorks.
Will be required to work outside normal business hours (evenings & weekends) and travel.
This position requires a clear and unambiguous commitment to compliance of all National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations for Division I (FBS) universities. Yes
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P06781UF
Number of Vacancies
1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
06/19/2023
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date
04/24/2023
Full Consideration Date
05/15/2023
Closing Date
05/29/2023
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by May 15, 2023. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume/CV; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
For additional information please contact: Jennie Leander at jennie.leander@oregonstate.edu or 541-520-4044
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.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
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. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the criminal history check requirement.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume/CV; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
For additional information please contact: Jennie Leander at jennie.leander@oregonstate.edu or 541-520-4044
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.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
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. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the criminal history check requirement.
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