Academics & Career Advisor

Academic Advisor

The Academics & Career Advisor provides comprehensive academic and career support to student-athletes in Women's Basketball and Men's & Women's Swimming & Diving, helping them navigate their academic journeys and prepare for life beyond sport. This role includes developing individualized academic and career plans, monitoring progress toward graduation and NCAA eligibility, and coordinating with campus and departmental partners. Strong relationship-building, communication, and organizational skills are essential.

A Master's degree and two or more years of experience as an academic advisor or in a related student support role are preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide personalized academic and career advising for assigned student-athletes.
• Monitor academic progress, ensure NCAA eligibility, and adjust support plans as needed.
• Create graduation plans and assist with course selection and university procedures.
• Participate in recruiting by meeting with prospective student-athletes and families.
• Serve as the primary contact for assigned teams; collaborate with coaches and athletics staff.
• Engage consistently with faculty and campus partners to support student success.
• Contribute to A&C team meetings, programs, and department-wide initiatives.
• Support the Badger Built mission by promoting student-first, holistic development.
• Partner with campus units to strengthen academic outcomes and retention.
• Assist with other tasks and projects as assigned.

Compensation:
The typical starting salary ranges from $45,879 to $65,000, depending on qualifications and experience. There may be flexibility for highly qualified candidates. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as:
Generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off;
Competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits;
Badger gear & season tickets for Badger football, men's basketball and men's hockey, and/or the varsity sports pass.

Required Qualifications:

At least 1 year of experience as an academic advisor or in a related student support role, Excellent verbal and written communication skills, Strong computer skills, Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds, as well as coaches and administrators, Ability to work nights and weekends as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

2–3 years years of experience as an academic advisor or in a related student support role, Experience advising student-athletes, preferably at a Division I institution, Knowledge of NCAA and Big Ten rules and regulations, Experience developing and implementing successful programs for at-risk students and/or student-athletes, Vision Champion:
Demonstrated ability to drive a department's academic and career support vision, prioritizing holistic development and long-term success of student-athletes, Leadership:
Experience providing strategic oversight and leadership to a team, setting clear expectations, fostering accountability, and building a shared identity for the team's work, Team Collaboration & Development:
Ability to promote a culture of collaboration, communication, and growth; mentor and develop staff to maximize their impact and potential; and build relationships with colleagues across academics, athletics, and campus.

Education:

Bachelor's degree required;
Master's degree preferred.