Position Description:

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**The candidate must display the highest ethical standards and a commitment to the overall success of Valparaiso Athletics and possess outstanding leadership, management, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to work effectively and relate to a diverse group of coaches, faculty, staff, and student-athletes.

Major Responsibilities:

• Monitor and track weekly academic progress through weekly meetings
• Provide a weekly report to all head coaches relative to academic performance; evaluation of performance of at-risk student-athletes and weekly study hall and tutoring hours
• Track continuing and transfer eligibility and maintain designated information in APP and APR purposes
• Assist student-athletes in obtaining and utilizing campus resources
• Communicate with campus and faculty advisors regarding student-athlete registration

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Bachelors degree required with preferred degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling, Sociology or related field
• 1-2 years of experience working with Division I student-athletes

Other Qualifications:

• A master's degree and 2 years of experience working in academic support services for student-athletes is preferred.

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All offers of employment with Valparaiso University are contingent upon the clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks may include criminal history, motor vehicle reports, prior employment verification, and personal/professional references. If applicable to the position, they will also include credit history. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates for employment.**

To be considered for this position, you must upload:

Cover letter

Resume

List of 3 professional references

Answer all application questions

Please address the cover letter to:

Merce Poindexter, Sr. Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Welfare & Compliance

Valparaiso University

Required Skills

Required Experience

Required Skills:

• Self-motivated individual with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and manage changing priorities.
• Excellent organization skills and strong aptitude for attention to detail.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and resolving IT equipment and software related issues. Experience with banking and financial applications desired.
• Proven customer service/support experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work individually and within a group.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• In-depth and current knowledge of computer programs and hardware.