Academic Advisor Student-Athlete Support Services

Position: Academic Advisor for Student-Athlete Support Services
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* Job Title:

** Academic Advisor for Student-Athlete Support Services##
** Department:
** Athletics##
** College/Division:
** General University
** Primary Job Posting

Location:

** Macon, GA 31207
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** Job Details:
** Mercer University Athletics is searching for an Academic Advisor for Student-Athlete Support Services.
** Responsibilities**:

The Academic Advisor will serve as an academic support person in determining NCAA progress toward degree eligibility and providing academic progress reports to coaches and administration.  This position will assist in preparation of NCAA and conference reports.  In addition, this position will mentor a diverse population of student-athletes in transition to college and implement plans to aid in academic achievement of student-athletes.  

The Academic Advisor will assist in the recruitment process and academic orientation of student-athletes.  This position also works with software appropriate for academic advising and eligibility. The Academic Advisor counsel students on scheduling of classes to maintain eligibility and ensure academic success. This position will also work athletic events.
** Qualifications**:

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university is required along with prior experience advising and/or teaching in an athletic academic setting, which should include experience determining the eligibility of student-athletes. Candidates with a master's degree, and/or NCAA Division I athletic work experience are highly desirable.

Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be insurable by the university's carrier.
** Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
*** Knowledge of NCAA eligibility requirements.
* Ability to intervene, advise and implement solution to assist in academic achievement of student-athletes.
* Need to have the ability to communicate with a wide variety of individuals.
* Understand advising process for collegiate student-athletes.
* Ability to travel on university business and must be insurable by the university's carrier.
** Background Check Contingencies:**  - Criminal History  - Approved Driver's Check
** Required Document Attachments:**  - Resume  - Cover letter  - List of three professional references with contact information
** About Mercer University
** Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer’s twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer’s employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service.

At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.
**** Why Work at Mercer University
**** Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including
** comprehensive health insurance** (for self and dependents),
** generous retirement contributions**,
** tuition waivers**,
** paid vacation and sick leave**,
** technology discounts, s
**** chedules that allow for work-life…