Job Details
Working Title: Student-Athlete Transition & Support Coach H-289
Role Title: Education Support Specialist II
Position Number: H-289
FLSA: Non Exempt
Appointment Type: Part Time
Type of Posting: General Public
Is Sensitive Position?: No
Designated Personnel: No
Responsible Employee: This position is designated as a “responsible employee” who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.
Statement of Economic Interest: No
Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding?: Yes
If Restricted Position, please paste statement: This is a restricted position subject to availability of funding.
Departmental Objective
The Student-Athlete Transition & Support unit provides holistic, student-centered support to student-athletes throughout their collegiate journey at Christopher Newport University. The SATS team works closely with student-athletes as they transition to, through, and beyond their experience at CNU, helping them navigate academic, personal, social, and career-related challenges and opportunities. Through individualized meetings, proactive outreach, cross-campus collaboration, and intentional programming, the SATS team supports student-athletes in developing the skills, confidence and connections needed to thrive during their time at the university and successfully transition into life after athletics and graduation.
Purpose of the Position
The purpose of this position is to effectively implement individualized high-quality support under the guidance of the Director of Student-Athlete Transition & Support to foster student development, promote retention and persistence, and facilitate the successful transition of first- and second-year student-athletes throughout their collegiate experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position
- Skills in coaching and mentoring students
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to communicate and work with athletics department coaches and staff
- Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
- Excellent computer skills to include calendars and other modules
- Excellent skills with Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent skills with Google Mail and Drives
Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required
Education:
- High school graduate or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma
Experience:
- Experience providing guidance or mentorship to students
Additional Consideration(s)
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, or related fields
- 18 credit hours in Master’s level (or higher) courses in counseling or student advising
Experience:
- Experience in academic affairs, or student affairs in a college or university setting
- Experience as a student-athlete, coach, and/or educator at a NCAA Division I, II, or III institution, or K-12 school
- Experience in a university learning support or academic advising center
Role Code: 29143
Salary Information
Salary $17.06 to $21.32, Commensurate with Education and Experience
Conditions of Employment
- This is an HOURLY position and does NOT entitle the incumbent to Commonwealth of Virginia benefits and is limited to 1500 hours in a 365-day period.
- Selected candidate will be required to attend a 2-Day New Employee Orientation Program.
Is this position telework eligible?: Yes
Telework Eligibility Disclaimer: This position is eligible for periodic telework as determined by the department. Eligibility is not guaranteed, and is subject to supervisor approval. Eligibility will depend on the likelihood of the employee’s success in a telework arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage telework. Departments and/or Human Resources may modify or revoke eligibility at any time. Employees will be required to sign a Telework Agreement.
Physical Demands
Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.): Non-Applicable
Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.): Non-Applicable
Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.): Non-Applicable
Pushing/Pulling: Non-Applicable
Standing: Essential
Sitting: Essential
Bending: Non-Applicable
Walking: Marginal
Climbing: Non-Applicable
Reaching: Non-Applicable
Repetitive Motion: Marginal
Fast Pace: Non-Applicable
Average Pace: Essential
Multiple Priorities: Essential
Intense Customer Interaction: Essential
Multiple Stimuli: Essential
Frequent Changes: Essential
Memory: Essential
Reasoning : Essential
Hearing: Essential
Reading : Essential
Analyzing: Essential
Logic: Essential
Verbal Communication: Essential
Written Communication: Essential
Number of Vacancies
1
Posting Date
08/06/2026
Closing Date
08/23/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
CNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources. Address: CNU North – 321 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Public computers are also available in nearby libraries and at the Virginia Employment Commission. Address: 600 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 (M-F 9am-4:30pm).
In order to be considered for this position, your application must provide evidence of experience and/or education supporting the requirements outlined in the posting. We encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. *Responses to supplemental questions alone are not considered evidence of experience and/or education.
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/21075
EEO/Diversity Statement(s)
Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.
Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement
Reasonable Accommodation Request
Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.
Alternative Hiring Process
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to upload an approved AHP Letter received from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or from the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI) to their applications. Note: Certificates of Disability provided by DARS or DBVI dated April 1, 2022, through February 29, 2024, will still be accepted as applicable for the AHP. The name change to AHP Letter became effective March 1, 2024.
Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their AHP Letter.
Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Background Check
Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.
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