Scholastic Coordinator, Athletic Academic Services

Job Title

Scholastic Coordinator, Athletic Academic Services

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Center For Athletic Academic Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC's beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

PURPOSE

The Athletic Academic Coordinator is responsible for working with stakeholders regarding academic advisement, student success activities, and overseeing academic progress per University, Southland Conference, and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) rules. This position also provides academic counsel to student-athletes regarding schedule development, registration assistance, major exploration, learning issues, NCAA continuing eligibility, progress toward degree, graduation plans and mentoring for at-risk students.

Oversees academic progress, athletic progress, and attendance reports and works with coaching staffs to develop semester success plans

RESPONSIBILITIES

Advising: 75%

* Advises current and prospective student-athletes concerning their academic requirements.

* Provides mentoring for students.

* Oversees Sports as assigned by the Director of Athletic Academic Services.

Coordination: 10%

* Coordinates with departments on efforts related to student success.

* Coordinates with the Office of Student Success to implement tutoring, learning skills labs, etc., to ensure student-athlete academic success. Utilizes the Office of Student Success to develop strategies to assist at-risk student-athletes.

* Works with University stakeholders regarding academic advisement-related activities. Oversees academic progress, athletic progress, and attendance reports.

* Develop, coordinate, and maintain athletic academic success initiatives with institutional programs.

Admissions: 10%

* Assist with Admission Process and Documentation of In-State, Out-of-State and International students.

* Work with the compliance office to determine initial and continuing academic eligibility for student-athletes.

Recruitment/Other: 5%

* Coordinates, attends, and presents at on-campus recruiting events by talking with prospective student-athletes, parents, and/or guardians about academic programs.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

* Bachelors degree in applicable field.

* Three (3) years of experience in DI or DII Academic Setting or related experience.

* Additional education may be considered as a substitution for the minimum requirements.

* Master's degree in applicable field and one (1) year of experience in in DI or DII Academic Setting or related experience.

* Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite.

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

* Ability to work outside normal business hours and travel as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

* Master's degree in Higher Education, Sport Administration, Management, Psychology, or closely related field.

* Knowledge/experience in APR, graduation rates and NCAA academic eligibility requirements.

* Experience with ARMS, Navigate, Banner, and NCAA compliance assistance.

* Experience in college athletics at the NCAA DI level, working with student athletes, and experience with life skills programming.

SALARY: $3,657.34 Monthly ($43,888.08 Annual, Approximately)

Note:

Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026.

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

INSURANCE:

* Medical
* $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

* Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

* Employee and Spouse

* Employee and Children

* Employee and Family coverage

* Dental & Vision

* Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM

ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES

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