Athletic Academic Advisor 2 - Football

Job Title

Athletic Academic Advisor II - Football

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

Athletic Administration

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Important Immigration information: 

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee. 

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate. 

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The Athletic Academic Advisor II – Football, under the general supervision of the Director of Athletic Academic Services, advises undergraduate football student-athletes regarding academic requirements, degree progression, and career goals. The position supports student-athletes in navigating university academic policies and procedures to promote academic progress and success. The advisor maintains regular communication with the Office of Athletic Compliance regarding academic eligibility and related requirements and participates in state, regional, and national professional meetings and specialized training to remain current on best practices in athletic academic advising.

The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position. 

Responsibilities:

• Provides academic advising for students grounded in tenets of practice outlined by the National Association of Academic Advising (NACADA), National Association of Academic and Student-Athlete Development Professionals (N4A), and appropriate academic advising and student development theories.

• Assist the Associate Athletic Director of Compliance with individual team certifications; perform administrative duties that are essential to the daily functioning of the office by monitoring overall NCAA Compliance; assist student-athletes with establishing and revising the semester and annual goals in addition to implementing an action plan to achieve their goal.

• Promotes student learning, development, and personal growth to empower self-sufficiency. Provides students with proactive referrals to appropriate resources and timely reminders, and other targeted individual and group communications using email, texting, and social media.

• Collaborates with members of the campus community in student retention initiatives. Seeks opportunities to serve and contribute on appropriate committees and task forces across campus to advocate for students.

• Conducts research on topics within the field of academic advising and assists in organizing activities for professional development. Keeps current on NCAA, SWAC, and PVAMU rules and regulations around student-athlete issues. Has thorough knowledge of NCAA policies, procedures, and rules that impact student-athlete eligibility and graduation.  

• Submits weekly academic updates to the head coach or designee to ensure student-athletes are tracking to maintain their athletic eligibility and are on track to graduate. Use EAB Navigate (student success platform) to maintain notes on caseload for more intensive advising.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field.
• Two years of related experience in advising and recruiting.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Knowledge of student information systems, degree planning, and degree audits.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to present information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Other Requirements:

• Work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends. Travel required.

Job Posting Close Date:  

• 12/05/2026

Required Attachments: 

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box.  Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional. 

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae 

• Cover Letter 

Application Submission Guidelines:  

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site. 

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or [email protected] should you need assistance with the online application process. 

Background Check Requirements: 

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.