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Academic & Student-Athlete Development Advisor (part-time/temporary)

UMass Lowell
United States, Massachusetts, Lowell
Oct 02, 2024
General Summary of Position: The Academic & Student-Athlete Development Advisor will provide a range of experiences for those interested in a career in Student-Athlete Services. UMass Lowell is a public institution recently ranked among the top research universities in the nation. Located approximately 30 miles from Boston, the campus is in the heart of a global community. UMass Lowell athletics is a member of the America East and Hockey East Conferences. Essential Job Duties: Oversee and supervise the academic progress of assigned student-athletes and work with at-risk student-athletes from their assigned teams: Assist with academic decisions such as class scheduling, major selection, etc. Assist with academic support such as time management skills, tutor scheduling, etc. Conduct meetings with student-athletes to discuss academic progress Communicate and meet with professors and coaches about academic issues Prepare and report academic and study hall reports on a weekly basis Under the guidance of the Director of Student-Athlete Academic Enrichment on programming related to tutoring and instructional assistance: Assist as an instructional assistant as needed Work with GradesFirst to help monitor the tutor program Participate in trainings for tutors and IAs as needed Advise the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee and assist with Student-Athlete Development Initiatives Coordinate SAAC activities and be their main point of contact Assist with Programming for Student-Athlete Development Curriculum in Career, Leadership and Service Advise the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee and assist with Student-Athlete Development Initiatives Coordinate SAAC activities and be their main point of contact Promote the University's commitment to customer service. Build effective partnerships with co-workers throughout the University by freely sharing appropriate information and providing assistance when needed. Ensure optimum service to all internal and external partners in response to all requests for service and information. Maintain an environment that is welcoming to persons of all backgrounds, nationalities, and roles. Other Job Duties: Performs other related duties as assigned. Working Conditions: Frequent evenings and possible weekends Minimum Qualifications (Required): Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, or other related fields Additional Considerations: Previous knowledge of NCAA Division I regulations preferred Previous experience working with students in an academic setting preferred Effective communication, interpersonal and public relations skills required High self-motivation, strong organizational skills, and experience working in a fast paced environment preferred Experience working effectively in diverse environments Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree preferred Special Instructions to Applicants: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received. This is a part-time, temporary, non-unit, non-benefited position. Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process. The University of Massachusetts is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action, Title IX employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age over 40, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, or other protected class.