Student-Athlete Academic Adviser
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Education / Teaching
Academic, Education Administration, Faculty, Sports / Activity Coach
Student-Athlete Academic Adviser
The Student-Athlete Academic Adviser is a valuable member of the Morgan Academic Center (MAC) team and will directly report to the Senior Associate Director of the MAC. Primary responsibilities include the following:
- Coordinate the academic support and counseling services for the women's basketball team and additional assigned sports teams which involve tracking and monitoring student-athlete academic progress and eligibility
- Communicate student-athlete academic progress to coaching staff, athletic administration, and MAC Director
- Teach one section of the student-athlete first-year seminar course
- Supervise, train, and evaluate part-time wage payroll staff
- Meet with prospective student-athletes and families, as required
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director and Sr. Associate Director. These duties require frequent collaboration with the MAC Director, the MAC Sr. Associate Director, University staff (Admissions/Registrar/ICA Compliance), and additional MAC staff as needed.
This position will be filled at the Supervisor or Intermediate Professional level. Evening and weekend hours will be required.
This position must adherence to NCAA, Big Ten Conference rules, and Penn State University regulations affecting the sport and the University.
Preferred Qualifications:
A master's degree or higher in counselor education, college student personnel, sports management, social work, education, higher education administration, or related discipline.
Minimum Education , Work Experience & Required
Certifications:
If filled as Student Athlete Adviser
- Supervisor, this position requires:
- Master's Degree
- 3+ years of relevant experience
- Required
Certifications:
None
If filled as Student Athlete Adviser
- Intermediate Professional, this position requires:
- Master's Degree
- 1+ years of relevant experience
- Required
Certifications:
None
About the Morgan Academic Center:
The Morgan Academic Center strives to provide comprehensive learning services that help all student-athletes reach their potential while achieving academic and athletic excellence. We accomplish this mission by embracing and promoting the academic and athletic missions of the University, the Office of Undergraduate Education, and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.
Background Checks/Clearances:
This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Salary & Benefits:
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $46,400.00 - $74,000.00. Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.
For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
EEO Is The Law:
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact .
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