Assistant Director for Academic Excellence, Football Academic Advising

Assistant Director for Academic Excellence, Football Academic Advising

Lubbock
44615BR
Academics

Position Description

Performs varied and complex administrative duties in the management and coordination of a large specialized project and/or program. Requires independent judgment and application of established policies and procedures. Works under general supervision with evaluation based on overall results obtained.

About the University

Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

About the Department and/or College

Texas Tech Athletics has a commitment to serving and working with various populations and demonstrated alignment with the University's strategic priorities and values-based culture.

Major/Essential Functions

• Monitor and evaluate progress toward degree and eligibility requirements for a caseload of football student-athletes. Maintain records in compliance with Texas Tech University, the Big 12 Conference, and the NCAA standards.
• Serve as an athletic academic services liaison to staff and faculty.
• Work with athletic compliance and certification to ensure proper procedures and processes.
• Collaborate with the Learning Assistance Program staff to assign subject/general tutoring, learning specialist sessions, and study hall requirements for student-athletes.
• Assist in the recruiting visit process for prospective student-athletes in the sport of football; Meet with & guide prospective student-athletes through the pre-TTU admission process.
• Advise current student-athletes on academic progress, degree selection, appropriate class selection, academic policies, and campus resources. Monitor academic progress and proactively create intervention plans.
• Provide consistent and frequent communication with the Assistant Athletics Director for Academic Excellence (Football), with coaches, and support staff about the progress of assigned student-athletes. Prepare necessary reports and updates for coaches and support staff.
• Assist in the practice clearance for football student-athletes process.
• Additional administrative duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Assist with the Marsha Sharp Center staff in coordinating faculty/staff guest coaching activities for football.
  • Liaison for enrollment holds; Contact for football textbooks.
  • Maintain football roster documents.
  • Maintain academic no-show report.
• Serve as lead or contributing member of the Marsha Sharp Center for Student Athletes committees.
• Coordinate the football student-athlete class checking program; Coordinate with football staff and student workers on class checking schedule.
• Comply with all NCAA, Big 12, Texas Tech University, federal and state procedures, rules, regulations, and policies.
• Other duties assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in the area of specialization or closely related field. Three years of related administrative and technical experience. Additional job related education may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree
• Two years of experience in athletic academic advising or related experience in an educational environment.
• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• A thorough understanding of student development, counseling, advising, or related areas.
• Ability to interact with individuals of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.
• Ability to collaborate and to work effectively with other staff, student-athletes, coaches, and administrators.
• Be able to work in time-sensitive and pressured environments.
• Ability to organize tasks and set priorities.

Pay Range

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.