Position Information

Posting Number 20113036

Position Title Sr. Academic Advisor

FTE 1.0

Position Type Staff

Department Athletic Business Office

Position Summary Information

Job Summary/Basic Function

About This Role:

Assists the Associate Athletics Director with coordinating programs to ensure compliance with all University, Southland Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations governing intercollegiate athletics, with a primary focus on academics for student-athletes. Strict adherence to NCAA , Conference, Texas State University System, and Lamar University rules is required. Violations of these rules may result in disciplinary action, including termination.

What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities:

• Academic Advising and Student-Athlete Support

• Advise and assist student-athletes in selecting majors, courses, and developing effective

study habits.

• Monitor students’ degree plans and academic progress; evaluate transcripts and maintain academic records.

• Monitor class attendance and progress to ensure student success.

• Academic Eligibility Compliance

• Ensure academic eligibility compliance with NCAA , Conference, and Lamar University

policies.

• Compile and maintain documentation for academic eligibility each semester.

• Assist the Associate Athletics Director in updating academic information in NCAA

Compliance Assistant Software.

• Recruitment and Admissions Support

• Assist the Associate Athletics Director and coaches in the process of recruiting

prospective student-athletes.

• Review transcripts and eligibility requirements for prospective student-athletes.

• Administrative and Record Maintenance

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for student-athletes.

• Recognize and promote the best interests of student-athletes both academically and

athletically.

Key Competencies:

• Working knowledge of Banner, NCAA Compliance Assistant, and Navigate preferred.

• Working knowledge of NCAA rules preferred.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite required.

Physical Requirements:

• Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods; may be required to lift moderate amounts of weight (up to 10 lbs.).

  Who We Are:

Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.

Benefits:

• Health, dental & vision insurance 

• Life insurance

• State of Texas Retirement plans

• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.

• Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.   

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance – Lamar University (https://www.lamar.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/insurance.html)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree

  EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran's Preference Statement

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years of athletic academic advising experience

• Master’s degree preferred

  Security Sensitive Statement

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Salary $41,809-$54,352

Work Hours

Application Information

Posting Date 12/18/2024

Close Date 03/18/2025

Open Until Filled No

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