Academic Support Specialist - Football

Details

Posted: 02-Jul-25

Location: KALAMAZOO, Michigan

Type: Full-time

Salary: Competitive Salary w/benefits

Categories

Operations

Operations - Academic Support

Sector

Collegiate Sports

Salary Details

Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, go to: https://www.wmich.edu/hr/enrollment-staff Staff Compensation System pay grades and rates are available at: https://wmich.edu/hr/staffcompensation

Preferred Education

Masters

Internal Number: S1208P

General Summary

Provides comprehensive advising and academic support services to student-athletes in the football program. Assists with departmental study tables, individualized academic sessions, and academic reporting to promote student success and ensure compliance with University and NCAA academic standards.

Major Duties

• Advises undergraduate and graduate student-athletes in the football program on academic requirements, including general education, graduation, academic standing, and compliance with NCAA standards.
• Meets with prospective student-athletes to provide information about the University’s academic and athletic programs.
• Assists football student-athletes with class registration and course planning to support academic progress and degree completion.
• Develops personalized achievement and learning plans that emphasize transferable skills such as time management and study strategies.
• Monitors and coordinates study tables, tutoring sessions, and other academic support programs to enhance student-athlete academic performance.
• Evaluates academic records, including transfer evaluations, for current and prospective student-athletes in the football program to ensure compliance with University and NCAA regulations.
• Maintains and audits student records and generates regular academic progress reports for coaching staff.
• Completes all required University and departmental trainings and certifications. Travels as necessary to support events and fulfill academic responsibilities. Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution.
• One year’s relevant experience.
• Experience in an NCAA Division I student services or advising role.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and familiarity with NCAA Division I athletic programs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including evenings and weekends.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution.
• Two or more year’s relevant experience working with NCAA Division I Football student-athletes.
• Demonstrated ability to understand, apply and implement WMU’s academic programs, policies and procedures.
• Experience with academic support programming for student-athletes in an intercollegiate athletics environment.
• In-depth knowledge of NCAA Division I rules and academic eligibility requirements.
  
  

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About Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University is a learner-centered, research university, building intellectual inquiry and discovery into undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs in a way that fosters knowledge and innovation, and transforms wisdom into action. As a public university, WMU provides leadership in teaching, research, learning, and service, and is committed to enhancing the future of our global citizenry. Nationally and internationally recognized, the University aspires to distinguish itself as learner-centered, discovery-driven, and globally engaged. The synergy of these three pillars enables WMU to be a premier and distinctive university of choice. Western Michigan University offers all students a learning community designed for and dedicated to their success. We are committed to access and affordability, and sustaining an environment in which every student can meet the world head-on and triumph.WMU has more than 250,000 alumni worldwide, living in all 50 U.S. states and some 140 other countries. Of the University's total alumni, about 73 percent —183,831—reside in America and about 51 percent—128,887—reside in Michigan.

• The University has a diverse student body, with minor...ity groups making up 23 percent, graduate students 21 percent and international students 8 percent.
• Despite its size and complexity, WMU has a 17-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio, two-thirds of undergraduate classes have 30 or fewer students, and undergraduates have ample opportunities to work closely with faculty researchers and artists.
• Within three months of graduation, 91 percent of alumni are employed, engaged in military service or full-time volunteer work, or continuing their education; 88 percent are satisfied with their jobs; and 85 percent have jobs related to their degree.
• Ranked No. 1 among Top U.S. Sales Schools by Study.com, the sales and business marketing program is one of just a handful of majors focusing on both selling and sales leadership and since 2007 has been recognized by the Sales Education Foundation as being one of the Top University Sales Programs.
• National researcher Gartner lists the integrated supply management program among the nation's 10 leading supply chain undergraduate programs and has done so for the past three years.
• WMU has the world’s oldest, largest and premiere blindness and low vision studies program of its kind in the world.
• The Haworth College of Business is among an elite group of fewer than 5 percent of business schools worldwide that are accredited at both the undergraduate and graduate levels by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business as well as among the select 1 percent that have additional specialized AACSB accreditation for their accountancy programs. The Division of Intercollegiate Athletics adds to the vitality of campus life. WMU is committed to gender equity and is an NCAA Division I school in the Mid-American Conference (Football Bowl Subdivision) and National Collegiate Hockey Conference.
• By posting the league's best overall GPA for the academic year, the 398 student-athletes in WMU's 15 Mid-American Conference sports brought home the 2016-17 MAC Institutional Academic Achievement Award.
• WMU's male student-athletes have had the highest overall GPA in the Mid-American Conference five times, capturing the MAC's academic achievement award for men more often than any other school in the league. In an effort to better define and measure what comprehensive excellence and the holistic development of Bronco Student-Athletes, Western Michigan Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Director of Athletics Dan Bartholomae have unveiled Broncos REIGN: WMU Athletics’ Strategic Plan. REIGN is the acronym for WMU’s mission and stands for Reign as champions; Empower those we serve; Inspire community; Grow leaders, and Navigate and adapt. THE VISION: We will distinguish ourselves through COMPREHENSIVE EXCELLENCE enhancing the BRONCO LEGACY. THOSE IT WILL SERVE: Bronco Student-Athletes: We will lead the country in the holistic development of our athletes. Bronco Fans, Alums, and Supporters: We will serve as collaborative and transparent partners with high-quality connections and energizing events. Bronco Staff and Coaches: We will create a welcoming and inclusive environment that supports personal and professional growth. Broncos Reign took the values and priorities of the department and developed them into six strategic goals: 1) The Bronco Experience - Student-Athlete Holistic Development: We will be recognized as a national leader in the holistic development of our student-athletes. 2) The Winner’s Circle - Competitive Success/Championship Culture: We will annually compete at the top of our conferences, win championships and strive for national recognition in our sports programs. 3) Raising the Stakes - Aggressive Revenue Generation: We will develop and maximize sustainable resources to provide stable financial streams that lead our conferences. 4) Broncos United - Diversity Equity & Inclusion: We will be the front runner that drives our campus and conference standards for a welcoming, diverse and inclusive environment. 5) The Stables – Facilities: We will invest in facilities that enhance the student-athlete experience, provide events that are unique and memorable for our fans and compare favorably to our peers. 6) The Power of the Heard - Community Engagement: We will harness the power of our brand through strategic partnerships with our campus, community, the state of Michigan and Broncos worldwide. Show more
  
  

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