Academic Advisor for Athletic Student Retention

Job Duties: Deliver interactional academic advising experiences for assigned students,
including specialized advising for student-athletes to help them balance academic and athletic
commitments. Provide supplemental advising and registration assistance to all current
undergraduate students, with particular attention to NAIA eligibility requirements for student-
athletes. Ensure students understand and navigate the class registration process, understand
degree and general education requirements, and are aware of academic policies related to athletic
participation. Teach the undergraduate Freshman Orientation 1-credit course each semester and
any other undergraduate course as needed to support academic success initiatives including but
not limited to guidance, counseling. Address all areas of academic concerns with students,
including tutoring, study skills, and time management, and connect student-athletes with
appropriate academic support resources within the athletic department and broader university.
Make referrals to other points of service such as counseling, financial aid, career services,
student life, and disability services, collaborating closely with athletic department staff as
needed. Participate in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices
in athletic advising and NAIA regulations. Remain current in high impact practices as related to
academic advising, student success, and higher education. Contribute to the success of the
department by completing all other duties as needed to promote the vision, fulfill the mission,
and abide by the values of the College.

Education and Experience Requirements: Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in
Kinesiology with a concentration in Exercise and Sport Psychology or related field with 2 years
of experience as an Academic Advisor for Athletic Student Retention, ___, or similar duties under
a different job title.

Specific skills or other requirements: Experience to include 2 years in: academic advising
student athletes and developing personalized degree plans; working with NAIA, NCAA or
NJCAA regulations and ensuring student athletes meet requirements; working with FERPA and
HIPAA laws; and working with first generation at-risk students. Demonstrated ability to teach
as shown by a seminar presentation or teaching experience.
Hours Per Week: 40 hours per week

Address of worksite: 627 W. Battle Street, Talladega, Alabama 35160
Application instructions: Send cover letter addressing the qualifications listed above, current
curriculum vitae, copies of all transcripts, and names, addresses, titles, phone numbers, and e-
mail addresses of at least 5 professional references to hr@Talladega College, 627
W. Battle Street, Talladega, Alabama 35160 or [email protected]. EOE.