Assistant Director for Student Success | Sam Houston Athletics

Huntsville , Texas, Nature & Purpose of Position Works with the Associate Athletic Director for Academics in all areas of academic support and monitoring of NCAA eligibility for student-athletes. Educational and Experience Requirement    Bachelor’s degree in related field. Two years of experience in a related field. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered. Primary Responsibilities Conducts comprehensive academic advising and oversees academic support programs. Supervises academic success coaches/learning specialist and oversees academic plans for student-athletes. Monitors and tracks athletic eligibility and student-athlete academic progress and works with on campus advisors to ensure progress toward graduation for student-athletes. Oversees the textbook rental process and acts as the liaison between Athletics and the University Bookstore. Assists in the development of student-athlete orientation, career, personal and professional development programs. Acts as a liaison between student-athletes and faculty, academic departments, and student services personnel across campus. Maintains current and accurate knowledge of University catalogs for all majors, minors and pre-professional programs to determine how these elements impact continuing academic eligibility for athletic participation. Provides assistance in course scheduling (registration). Communicates student-athletes’ academic progress, grade checks and class attendance to coaches. Provides information to student-athletes, coaches, and University stakeholders regarding institutional polices, academic requirements and athletic eligibility. Assists in the completion of continuing eligibility certification. Participates in the recruiting process by meeting with prospective student-athletes about academic requirements/resources in assigned sports. Assists with preparation, submission and validation of data required for the NCAA, APR and Graduation Rates and other academic institutional reports as assigned. Performs other related duties as assigned. Other Specifications Contacts include other university departments, personnel, and outside agencies and individuals as required. Knowledge of NCAA Division I rules and policies and procedures of the University. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).   EEO statement:   Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report