Academic Coordinator - Men's Basketball

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

Job Overview

Consistent with the University’s Academic Resource Center and Department of Athletics missions’ commitment to the comprehensive development of the student, the Academic Coordinato r- Men’s Basketball strengthens the University’s academic support network by providing academic coaching to empower men’s basketball student-athletes to become student-centered learners and to enhance their academic performance.  The Academic Coordinator further serves campus-wide as a liaison to other individuals and offices involved in student development.

The Academic Coordinator strengthens and enhances the overall student experience at Georgetown.  Students must maintain academic progress in order to remain enrolled and to participate in intercollegiate athletics.  This position provides an essential link for students, coaches, Academic Resource Center staff, faculty, and deans in maintaining the high standards of the University’s mission to provide excellence in its educational programs.  The Academic Coordinator -Men’s Basketball is instrumental in supporting a student-athlete’s overall educational experience at Georgetown University. This role requires academic professionalism, an understanding of the intricacies of an NCAA Division I athletics program, the myriad responsibilities required of students who participate in intercollegiate athletics generally and, specifically, men’s basketball.  The Academic Coordinator is responsible for advising men’s basketball student-athletes and will be required to adeptly interact with individuals possessing a wide range of academic preparation, achievements, social and economic backgrounds. 

Work Interactions

The Academic Coordinator - Men’s Basketball is a member of a professional staff of twelve within the Academic Resource Center.  The Academic Coordinator- Men’s Basketball reports to the Associate Director, Student Athlete Services.  The Coordinator has the responsibility of developing, implementing, and evaluating service programs for men’s basketball.  The Coordinator will collaborate with coaches, athletics administrators, and other Student Affairs staff, faculty, and deans, while working closely with student-athletes. The Academic Coordinator will interact with people who represent a wide variety of interests, needs, and abilities in the context of higher education and must be able to prioritize academic and athletic achievement in a highly competitive academic and athletic institution. 

Requirements and Qualifications

• 3- 5 years of professional experience in teaching, academic advising counseling, or career development in a higher education

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Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

Job Overview

Consistent with the University’s Academic Resource Center and Department of Athletics missions’ commitment to the comprehensive development of the student, the Academic Coordinato r- Men’s Basketball strengthens the University’s academic support network by providing academic coaching to empower men’s basketball student-athletes to become student-centered learners and to enhance their academic performance.  The Academic Coordinator further serves campus-wide as a liaison to other individuals and offices involved in student development.

The Academic Coordinator strengthens and enhances the overall student experience at Georgetown.  Students must maintain academic progress in order to remain enrolled and to participate in intercollegiate athletics.  This position provides an essential link for students, coaches, Academic Resource Center staff, faculty, and deans in maintaining the high standards of the University’s mission to provide excellence in its educational programs.  The Academic Coordinator -Men’s Basketball is instrumental in supporting a student-athlete’s overall educational experience at Georgetown University. This role requires academic professionalism, an understanding of the intricacies of an NCAA Division I athletics program, the myriad responsibilities required of students who participate in intercollegiate athletics generally and, specifically, men’s basketball.  The Academic Coordinator is responsible for advising men’s basketball student-athletes and will be required to adeptly interact with individuals possessing a wide range of academic preparation, achievements, social and economic backgrounds. 

Work Interactions

The Academic Coordinator - Men’s Basketball is a member of a professional staff of twelve within the Academic Resource Center.  The Academic Coordinator- Men’s Basketball reports to the Associate Director, Student Athlete Services.  The Coordinator has the responsibility of developing, implementing, and evaluating service programs for men’s basketball.  The Coordinator will collaborate with coaches, athletics administrators, and other Student Affairs staff, faculty, and deans, while working closely with student-athletes. The Academic Coordinator will interact with people who represent a wide variety of interests, needs, and abilities in the context of higher education and must be able to prioritize academic and athletic achievement in a highly competitive academic and athletic institution. 

Requirements and Qualifications

• 3- 5 years of professional experience in teaching, academic advising counseling, or career development in a higher education

• Experience with culturally and academically diverse populations of students

• Counsel and direct students to appropriate services and resources on campus, when needed

• Evening, weekend and some holiday work hours are required, as is extensive travel

• An ability to organize and establish priorities independently and to work under time constraints

• Must be well organized and goal-oriented

• Knowledge of NCAA rules pertaining to academic progress towards degree

• Knowledge of academic expectations of major research university and challenges of Division I athletics

• Understanding of NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• An ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and problem solve

• Prescribe and practice ethical behavior

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of productivity tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University.  Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range:

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

$47,586.00 - $87,558.13

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

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EEO Statement:

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

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