Job Title

Assistant Director, Athletic Academic Services

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Center For Athletic Academic Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

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PURPOSE

The Assistant Director of Athletic Academic Services advises current and prospective student-athletes concerning academic requirements, provides mentoring and coordinates tutoring and study hall programs, works with stakeholders regarding academic advisement and student success activities, and oversees academic progress per University, Conference, and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) rules. They will additionally serve as Tutor Coordinator and oversee all tutors and academic coaches as well as serve as the SAAC Advisor.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Advising - 70%

• Advises current and prospective student-athletes concerning their academic requirements. Provides mentoring for students.

• Provides mentoring for students.

• Oversees Sports as assigned by the Director of Athletic Academic Services

  Coordination - 10%

• Coordinates with departments on efforts related to student success

• Coordinates with the Office of Student Success to implement tutoring, learning skills labs, etc., to ensure student-athlete academic success. Utilizes the Office of Student Success to develop strategies to assist at-risk student-athletes.

• Works with University stakeholders regarding academic advisement-related activities. Oversees academic progress, athletic progress, and attendance reports.

• Develop, coordinate, and maintain athletic academic success initiatives with institutional programs.

  Training & Supervision -15%

• Hire, train, and coordinate all aspects of the tutoring program. Supervise tutors and Academic Coaches.

• Oversee office and program assessment as well as new hire training.

• Serve as backup in the absence of the Director.

  Recruitment - 5%

• Coordinates, attends, and presents at on-campus recruiting events by talking with prospective student-athletes, parents, and/or guardians about academic programs.

  WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Master's degree

• Six (6) years of related experience in DI or DII Academic setting.

• Additional education/experience may be considered for the minimum requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree and Eight (8) years of related experience, OR

• Doctorate’s degree and Four (4) years of related experience.

• Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office Suite.

  WHAT THEY WOULD LIKE TO SEE

• Master's degree

• Seven (7) years of related experience in DI or DII Academic setting.

  SALARY RANGE: $4,166.67 Monthly ($50,000 Annually, Approximately)

  BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

  From our generous benefits package (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/index.php) and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

  INSURANCE: (https://assets.system.tamus.edu/files/benefits/website/BenefitsGuide.pdf)

• Medical

• $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

• Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

• Employee and Spouse

• Employee and Children

• Employee and Family coverage

• Dental & Vision

• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

  DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/careers/dual-career-partner/index.php)

  ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES

  Work Life Solutions: (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/eap.php)

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

  Tuition Benefits: (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/tuition/index.php)

• Public Loan Forgiveness

• Book scholarships

• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

  Retirement (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/retirement-programs.php) :

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

  Time Off (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/time-off/index.php) :

• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.

• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.