Academic Eligibility Specialist, Student-Athlete Academic Services; Student Success​/Academic Af

Job Overview

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) invites applications for the Academic Eligibility Specialist in Student-Athlete Academic Services. The role supports student‑athletes to meet academic, athletic, and personal goals while ensuring compliance with institutional, MWC, and NCAA regulations regarding eligibility for practice, competition, and financial aid.

• Proactively monitor student‑athletes’ academic progress and provide timely reports to supervisors, compliance staff, and coaches.
• Ensure the timely certification of designated sports teams.
• Assist student‑athletes during recruitment, providing academic support from admission through graduation.
• Assign student‑athlete cohorts as directed by the Senior Associate Athletics Director.
• Attend evening and weekend work requests and occasional travel with teams.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Degree in an area related to Student‑Athlete Academic Services (Education, Sports Management, Counseling, or related field).
• 1–3 years part- or full‑time experience in intercollegiate Student‑Athlete Academic Services or comparable higher education advising.
• Credentials obtained prior to employment start date.

• Experience at a Division‑I NCAA institution.
• Knowledge of UNLV and MWC policies and procedures.
• Experience with academic support services for student athletes.
• Strong communication, computer, decision‑making, problem‑solving, and time‑management skills.

The successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment, guided by the UNLV Campus Values.

Competitive salary aligned with comparable positions at similar institutions.

• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
• Excellent health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• Comprehensive retirement and voluntary benefits.
• No state income tax.
• Tuition discounts for employees and dependents.
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts.
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs.
• Wellness programming.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Onboarding support for veteran applicants.

UNLV is an equal opportunity employer. Qualifications are not based on age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, protected hairstyles, race, color, religion, national origin, or other protected class. Discrimination is prohibited in accordance with federal and state law.

UNLV does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any educational program or activity. The university is committed to nondiscrimination and provides resources for reporting and addressing sexual harassment or discrimination.