Academic Advisor I

EXPIRED

14.2% retirement

Paid parental leave (in addition to

FMLA

)

11 paid holidays per year plus vacation accruals each month

Excellent health insurance options that are both affordable and allow for access to care through the University of Utah health system

Tuition benefits

Options for short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and

HSA

/

FSA

savings plans are available.

Free Trax/

UTA

pass during employment

Responsibilities

The following are the major/essential functions and duties of the Learning Specialist position:

Develop, coordinate and implement individualized academic support plans for identified student-athletes, including the assessment and evaluation of individual student-athletes to identify learning needs and additional academic support;

Conduct one-on-one and/or group academic meetings with assigned caseload of student-athletes emphasizing teaching and learning strategies while addressing academic concerns as needed;

Provide individualized instruction in areas requiring academic enhancement and development (i.e. reading comprehension, writing, study skills);

Collaborate with the Director of Football Academics on course and major selection based on strengths, weaknesses, and identified goals;

Collaborate with other Learning Specialists on a weekly basis in order to continually evaluate and grow Learning Support Services for all student-athletes;

Oversee required study hall for assigned caseload of student-athletes;

Assist the Tutorial Program Coordinator in coordinating tutorial support for assigned caseload of student-athletes;

Work in conjunction with the Director of Psychology & Wellness as well as members of the Center for Disability & Access to identify student-athletes with learning needs while assisting in the process of obtaining accommodations where permitted;

Work as an integral team member of a progressive Athletics Academic Services team to provide industry leading and coordinated support services for all student-athletes;

Oversee the daily completion of academic reports for football student-athletes to be shared with the Director of Football Academics, the Football Academic Coordinator, and football coaches detailing daily academic progress;

Maintain student-athlete files and records while collecting necessary data and documenting interactions with student-athletes;

When required, meet with prospects and parents during on-campus recruiting visits to discuss and review the philosophy of athletics academic support services;

Utilize a variety of programming to assist in daily job duties (i.e. TeamWorks, GradesFirst, Box, Civitas, etc);

This job description is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for successful applicants.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalency required. Demonstrated ability to interact and relate to student-athletes while communicating both clearly and effectively. Previous experience in counseling, education, or teaching is preferred. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to successfully perform the essential functions and assigned duties of the job as outlined in the position description

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Preference may be given to applicants with a graduate degree in Counseling, Education, or a related field of study.

Type

Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Professional references are encouraged and should be addressed to Cathy Badger, Sr. Associate AD for Academic Services

.

Additional Information

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34

CFR

part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:

Director/ Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (

OEO

/AA)

383 University Street, Level 1

OEO

Suite

Salt Lake City, UT 84112

801-581-8365

oeo@utah.edu

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nond...

To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu<... or call 801-581-2300.

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior

URS

service, may elect to enroll in

URS

if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from

URS

are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)

   • Yes
   • No

2. * Please disclose any prior discipline or other consequences or sanctions imposed against you in connection with sexual harassment, other sexual misconduct, discrimination or retaliation.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. List of References Optional Documents 1. Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission 2. Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169

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