Posting Details

Position Details

Posting NumberG/R02528PWorking TitleAthletic Academic MentorDepartmentAthletics Student ServicesAbout the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/DepartmentCollege/Unit/Department websiteEmployment TypeEmployeeAdditional Schedule InformationAdvertised SalaryAnticipated Start Date06/01/2019Posting Date05/13/2019Closing DateOpen Until FilledYesSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsLocation of VacancyAthens Area EOO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Duties/Responsibilities

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Duties/Responsibilities

Provide individual support in the areas of: time management, organization, note-taking, studying, and test-taking strategies, all within the scope of UGA, SEC, and NCAA rules and regulations.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Provide a supportive envirionment that is positive, and focused on assisting student-athletes with achieving their academic objectives within the scope of UGA, SEC, and NCAA rules and regulations.

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Duties/Responsibilities

File reports on sessions and follow all departmental policies

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Duties/Responsibilities

Attend mandatory trainings

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Duties/Responsibilities

Communicate regularly and in a timely manner with Academic Counselors and Support Staff

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Position Information

Minimum Qualifications should list both the minimum degree and the field which the degree must be earned. If prior work experience is required, the posting should list both the job in which the experience must be gained, and the minimum duration that will be accepted.

Classification TitleLimited Term Office/ClericalFLSANon-ExemptUGA Job CodeJob FamilyFTE.49Minimum QualificationsPosition Summary

Meet with student-athletes several times a week during regularly scheduled sessions in order to facilitate their academic confidence and independence.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

N/A

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from individuals, customers and the general public. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with random issues. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands

The physical demands and environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job; the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; occasionally lift approximately 20 lbs.

Is this a Position of Trust?Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? NoDoes this position require a P-Card? NoIs having a P-Card an essential function of this position? NoIs driving a requirement of this position?NoDoes this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?NoDoes this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)NoPosting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you serve in any other departments within the UGA Athletic Association in any capacity?
   • Yes - I serve in another paid position
   • Yes - I am a volunteer
   • No
   • Unsure

Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume/CV

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter