Athletic Academic Advisor (80261)

## Description

**Position Overview**

In accordance with all NCAA, Conference and University policies and procedures, this position assists with the coordination of academic support services for student-athletes under the supervision of the Associate AD for Academics. Duties include, but are not limited to: managing and overseeing the Academic Center, monitoring the academic progress of student-athletes, coordinating student-athlete progress and academic feedback reports, monitoring and reporting weekly study hall hours, and acting as a liaison between the Athletic Department and various on-campus departments and faculty members.

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Serve as the Athletic Academic Advisor for certain teams as assigned.
• Conduct weekly academic support/advisement meetings with at-risk student-athletes. Monitor weekly academic progress and send academic updates to coaches and sport supervisors.
• Monitor weekly study hall hours for all student-athletes and send reports to respective coaches.
• Run and review the student-athlete eligibility report throughout each week to ensure athletic eligibility is being maintained.
• Work with Iona University Athletics Compliance and the Registrar’s Office to ensure student-athletes are meeting all NCAA academic eligibility requirements. If a student is not in compliance, provide a plan to get them back in good standing for NCAA eligibility.
• Provide student-athletes with information about alternatives, limitations, and consequences (both academic and NCAA eligibility) of academic decisions.
• Partner with various on campus departments to ensure student-athlete success and retention (Center for Advising and Academic Services, Counseling Center, Faculty, Rudin Tutoring Center, etc.).
• In conjunction with the Center for Advising and Academic Services, work with student-athletes throughout the registration process each semester, ensuring that the course load is appropriate and balanced.
• Assist coaches in the recruitment process of student-athletes by sharing academic information and by meeting with prospective student-athletes during campus visits.
• Coordinate communication of information related to important dates, deadlines and procedures to all student-athletes, coaches and administrators.
• Serve as co-advisor for the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC).
• Assist with organizational, time management, and study skills through the use of creating calendars / agendas, mapping out course syllabi, scheduling tutor appointments in The Rudin Center, etc.
• Assist with game day operations during basketball season. Aid in other game day responsibilities as directed.
• Serve as game day administrator for designated sport.

## Qualifications
**Qualifications**

• Bachelor’s Degree in appropriate area of specialization with experience in collegiate athletics; Master's Degree preferred.
• Knowledge of NCAA and MAAC rules and regulations, specifically pertaining to academic eligibility.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a time sensitive, team-oriented, collaborative environment with irregular hours, including nights and weekends; problem solve, think creatively and organize; have a sense of urgency and work well under pressure; exercise good judgment, flexibility, and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs.
• Takes initiative, great attention to detail and possesses strong follow up skills.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Peoplesoft, Blackboard, ARMS, CAi is preferred.

**Iona University Athletics Mission Statement**

• The mission statement of the Athletics Department is to support and realize the Mission of Iona University and, specifically, for participants in the Department to:
• Develop strong mental, physical, and social skills necessary to meet daily academic and athletic challenges;
• Develop a clear sense of ability and self-worth as individuals and team members;
• Provide competitive opportunities appropriate to the skill level of our student-athletes;
• Support equitable opportunities for students, student-athletes, coaches, administration and staff regardless of sex, race or religion;
• Promulgate high academic standards and support a broad-based co-curricular academic experience;
• Make commitments to serve as active and involved members of the community, and;
• Act as appropriate representatives: take accountability for one's actions, show good sportsmanship, strive to maintain the highest level of honesty, integrity and character while representing Iona University.

**Iona University Athletics Core Values**

• The core values of the Athletics Department are:
• Building Champions in academics, athletics, in the community and in life
• Integrity
• Collective Responsibility
• Commitment to Excellence
• Fight the Good Fight

**Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.**

**About Iona/EEO Statement:**

Founded in 1940, Iona University is a private, Catholic, coeducational institution of learning in the tradition of the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers. Iona is a growing, highly accredited institution located just 20 miles north of Midtown Manhattan, with campuses in New Rochelle, Bronxville, and a new location in County Mayo, Ireland. With over 4,000 students, Iona offers small classes, engaged faculty, and a wide range of programs across the School of Arts & Science, the LaPenta School of Business (AACSB‑accredited), the NewYork‑Presbyterian Iona School of Nursing & Health Sciences, and the Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation.

Recognized by The Princeton Review, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and U.S. News & World Report, Iona is nationally ranked for academic quality, social mobility, and long‑term return on investment. The University’s continued growth and rising reputation reflect its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, service, and opportunity.

Iona University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees and applicants for employment. Iona is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered free from discrimination based on any legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Iona University encourages applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.