Academic Advisor I (Student Athlete Academic Advising)

Temple University's Student-Athlete Academic Advising & Support Center (SAAASC) is responsible for providing comprehensive academic support services for Temple's over 565 student-athletes on 24 intercollegiate sports. Under the guidance of Office of the Senior Vice Provost for Undergraduate Studies, the SAAASC's mission is to help student-athletes reach their academic potential through efficient degree planning, major exploration, learning support, academic coaching/mentoring and tutorial services. Working under the supervision of the Director of the Student-Athlete Academic Advising & Support Center, the Academic Advisor 1 position will be responsible for providing the requisite proactive and developmentally appropriate academic support services for the assigned population of student-athletes. Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements
Required Education and Experience:
Master's degree and at least six months advising experience in an academic setting in higher education. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Skills and Abilities:
* Demonstrated interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, along with the ability to communicate effectively with students in group settings.
* Ability to work with automated student information systems.
* Demonstrated computer skills to include: Microsoft Office Suite
* Basic understanding of pertinent NCAA bylaws and continuing eligibility standards.
* Ability to work nights and/or weekends, as necessary.

Preferred:
* Previous experience working with student-athletes in a Division I academic support setting.

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and. employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

To apply for this position, and view other Temple opportunities, please visit our website at www.temple.edu, and click on Jobs @ temple. Please apply to Requisition # TU-15117. AA, EOE, m/f/d/v.