Athletic Academic Coordinator

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_ The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities.  We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives _. 

JOB TITLE:   

Athletic Academic Coordinator

JOB PURPOSE:   

Responsible for providing academic and vocational advising services to a specific segment of student-athletes in the department of athletics.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Work with student-athletes regarding academic performance, class/major selection, developing a graduation plan, time management, goal setting, career planning, learning and study strategies, test taking, note taking and other skills necessary for academic success.
• Develop strong and professional working relationships with student-athletes to encourage the value of education and the development of self-reliance, self-confidence, empowerment, and intrinsic motivation.
• Maintain accurate and current student files for assigned athletes.

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Job Description

_ The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities.  We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives _. 

JOB TITLE:   

Athletic Academic Coordinator

JOB PURPOSE:   

Responsible for providing academic and vocational advising services to a specific segment of student-athletes in the department of athletics.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Work with student-athletes regarding academic performance, class/major selection, developing a graduation plan, time management, goal setting, career planning, learning and study strategies, test taking, note taking and other skills necessary for academic success.
• Develop strong and professional working relationships with student-athletes to encourage the value of education and the development of self-reliance, self-confidence, empowerment, and intrinsic motivation.
• Maintain accurate and current student files for assigned athletes.
• Manage all working relationships including open and consistent contact with student-athletes, coaches, staff, administrators and faculty.
• Identify students with diverse learning styles and meet with them to develop an effective academic success plan.
• Assist with recruiting and new student-athlete summer orientation activities.
• Serve as the tutor coordinator, including processing hiring paperwork for tutors and overseeing tutor payroll. 
• Represent athletic department on select campus committees.
• Complete other projects and responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant AD

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for work authorization or work visas is not available for this position. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

Education:  A bachelor’s degree 

Experience: At least two years of experience in college athletics (as a student-athlete or institutional staff) with NCAA academic requirements and experience with outreach events or other similar events/activities.

Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy. 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   

• A Master’s Degree
• Effective time management and communication skills
• A working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
• Experience working with a variety of populations and with students who have different learning styles.
• Experience with student information systems (BANNER, etc.). 

REQUIRED MATERIALS:   

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.  

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 02/10/2025 will receive full consideration.  

HIRING STATEMENT:   

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.   

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/

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