Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $4,841 per month.
Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.
Required Education:
4 Year Degree
Internal Number: 544130
The Academic Advisor is dedicated to supporting student-athletes at San Diego State University by providing individualized academic assistance. This position will collaborate closely with the Learning Services team to coordinate appropriate support services tailored to the academic needs of assigned student-athletes. The Academic Advisor will develop a comprehensive plan that includes tutoring, writing support, time management, and campus resources to enhance the academic success of student-athletes. This plan will feature regular communication with student-athletes through in-person meetings, drop-in visits, and email.
Responsibilities:
Provide individualized academic support for student-athletes Coordinate with the Learning Services team to meet the academic needs of assigned student-athletes Develop and implement integrated plans for academic success, including tutoring, writing support, time management, and campus resources Maintain regular communication with student-athletes via in-person meetings, drop-in visits, and email Submit weekly progress reports to appropriate stakeholders Collaborate with Student-Athlete Academic Support Services staff and campus resources to best support the academic needs of student-athletes If you are passionate about helping student-athletes achieve academic success and have strong coordination and communication skills, we encourage you to apply. Join us in making a positive impact on our campus community. Apply now!
Position Information
Full-time, benefits-eligible, temporary position anticipated to end on June 30, 2025 with the possibility of reappointment. This position is designated exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation. Standard work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs. The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.
Education and Experience
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration, or a job-related field. Additional specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown below may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Possession of the required knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of one year of experience in professional Student Services work at the entry trainee level. Equivalent amounts of graduate level, job-related education may be substituted for the required experience.
Key Qualifications
A Master's Degree in a related field (or working towards completion of a master's degree in a related field) is preferred.
Prior experience working with student-athletes in a Division I academic services program.
High-level knowledge of NCAA rules and progress towards degree completion.
Possession of long-term goal to work in the field of student-athlete academic support services departments.
The Department of Athletics, utilizing the services of over 150 employees, is responsible for the intercollegiate athletics program at San Diego State University. Currently, there are 18 sport programs, approximately 550 student-athletes, and 17 offices in the department. The offices include the following: The Aztec Club, Administration, Athletic Medicine, Business Office, Compliance, Corporate Sales, Development, Equipment, Event Management/Facilities and Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing, Media Relations, Strength and Conditioning, Student-Athlete Academic Support Services, Ticket Office, and Video.
