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Academic Staff
Regular
Academic Advisor
The Academics & Career Advisor provides comprehensive academic and career support to student-athletes, helping them navigate their academic journeys and prepare for life beyond sport. This role includes developing individualized academic and career plans, monitoring progress toward graduation and NCAA eligibility, and coordinating with campus and departmental partners. Strong relationship-building, communication, and organizational skills are essential. A Master’s degree and at least one year of experience in intercollegiate athletics academic support are preferred.
Academic Staff
Regular
Academic Advisor
The Academics & Career Advisor provides comprehensive academic and career support to student-athletes, helping them navigate their academic journeys and prepare for life beyond sport. This role includes developing individualized academic and career plans, monitoring progress toward graduation and NCAA eligibility, and coordinating with campus and departmental partners. Strong relationship-building, communication, and organizational skills are essential. A Master’s degree and at least one year of experience in intercollegiate athletics academic support are preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide personalized academic and career advising for assigned student-athletes.
Monitor academic progress, ensure NCAA eligibility, and adjust support plans as needed.
Create graduation plans and assist with course selection and university procedures.
Participate in recruiting by meeting with prospective student-athletes and families.
Serve as the primary contact for assigned teams; collaborate with coaches and athletics staff.
Engage consistently with faculty and campus partners to support student success.
Contribute to A&C team meetings, programs, and department-wide initiatives.
Support the Badger Built mission by promoting student-first, holistic development.
Partner with campus units to strengthen academic outcomes and retention.
Assist with other tasks and projects as assigned.
Serves as a main point of contact for students and provides information about educational options and academic requirements; assists with identifying and assessing interests, skills, and values to match appropriate field of study/career options, and refers students to appropriate institutional resources
Implements academic advising events such as workshops, panel discussions, and guest speakers
Maintains confidentiality and accurate student records and processes and responds to academic inquiries according to established institutional and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) policies
Maintains expertise with advised curriculum and may assist in developing and recommending exceptions for policy and curriculum
Proactively engages students as needed
Participates in the campus-wide advising community providing input to leadership regarding the development of advising, recruitment, and co/curricular programs offered by the school/college
Receives, processes, and responds to academic inquiries according to established policies and procedures
Athletics, Academic & Career
The minimum salary is $50,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
Required Qualifications:
1–3 years of experience as an academic advisor or in a related student support role
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong computer skills
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds, as well as coaches and administrators
Ability to work nights and weekends as required
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience advising student-athletes, preferably at a Division I institution
Knowledge of NCAA and Big Ten rules and regulations
Experience developing and implementing successful programs for at-risk students and/or student-athletes
Vision Champion: Demonstrated ability to drive a department’s academic and career support vision, prioritizing holistic development and long-term success of student-athletes
Leadership: Experience providing strategic oversight and leadership to a team, setting clear expectations, fostering accountability, and building a shared identity for the team’s work
Team Collaboration & Development: Ability to promote a culture of collaboration, communication, and growth; mentor and develop staff to maximize their impact and potential; and build relationships with colleagues across academics, athletics, and campus
To ensure full consideration, please submit your completed application no later than 11:55 p.m. CST on the Apply By date. Your application should include:
A cover letter detailing how your qualifications and experiences align with the responsibilities of the position.
A comprehensive resume.
Please note that reference checks will be conducted for finalists. Applicants selected to proceed in the selection process will be notified directly. All applicants will receive notification once a final selection has been made and the search is complete.
Conditions of Appointment: This is a 100% Academic Staff appointment. Salary will be assigned within the appropriate range, commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience. An excellent benefits package is also included. Successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
Contact Information:
Tianwei Miller at tm6@athletics.wisc.edu or by phone at 608-265-4138. Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
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The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click here.
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Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require your references to answer questions regarding misconduct, including sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
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Person | Role |
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Doug Tiedt |
Senior Associate Athletic Director for Student Services |
Bridget Woodruff |
Associate Athletic Director/Chief of Staff |
Brittany Root |
Director of Student-Athlete Development |
Adam Davies |
Director of Student-Athlete Development |
Wquinton Smith |
Associate Director of Engagement and Community Outreach |
Duane Cooper |
Associate Director of Academics & Career |
Bianca Miceli Departing
|
Assistant Director of Student-Athlete Brand Storytelling |
Dervon Francis Departing
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Assistant Director of Academics & Career |
Person | Role |
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Doug Tiedt |
Sr. Associate AD for Student Services |
Bridget Woodruff |
Associate Athletic Director for Organizational Effectiveness |
Dan Rohrer |
Assistant Athletic Director for Academic & Career Development |
Adam Davies |
Associate Director of Academic Services |
Danielle Fletcher |
Associate Director of Academic Services |
Cassaundra Thorpe |
Assistant Director of Inclusion and Engagement |
Dervon Francis |
Assistant Director of Academic Services |
David Cunningham |
Assistant Director of Academic Services |
Person | Role |
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Dan Rohrer |
Asst. AD for Academic Services |
Doug Tiedt |
Sr. Associate AD for Student Services |
Bridget Woodruff |
Assistant Athletic Director for Organizational Effectiveness |
![]() Kelly Higgins |
Associate Director / Advisor |
Cassaundra Thorpe |
Assistant Director of Career & Leadership |
Adam Davies |
Assistant Director - Academic Advisor |
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