Assistant Director of Football Academics

Hiring Department

Intercollegiate Athletics

Job Description

The University of Missouri Athletics Department is committed to fostering academic excellence and athletic success among our student-athletes. We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Assistant Director of Football Academics to join our team and contribute to our mission of ensuring our football student-athletes excel both on the field and in the classroom.

The Assistant Director of Football Academics will work closely with the Director of Football Academics and other staff to provide comprehensive academic support to football student-athletes. This role involves overseeing academic progress, developing academic plans, and implementing strategies to enhance student-athlete success. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in academic advising, student development, and athletic administration.

Key Responsibilities

Provide individual and group academic advising to football student-athletes, including course selection, degree planning, and time management strategies.

Track and assess academic progress of student-athletes to ensure compliance with NCAA and conference academic standards.

Prepare reports on academic performance and provide recommendations for improvements.

Work collaboratively with coaches, faculty, and other university staff to create an integrated support system for student-athletes.

Attend team meetings and contribute to the development of academic programs and initiatives.

Assist in the development and implementation of academic programs and workshops designed to enhance student-athlete success.

Organize academic support sessions, tutoring services, and study halls.

Refer students to appropriate university resources when necessary.

Ensure adherence to all NCAA, SEC, and university academic policies and procedures.

Shift

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm; Nights, Weekends, and Travel as required.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in academic advising for the NCAA

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $51,875 - $59,000

Grade: GGS-10

University Title: SENIOR STUDENT SERVICE COORDINATOR

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Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.