Athletics Academic Services Graduate Assistant
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Posting Details
Position Information
Working Title | Athletics Academic Services Graduate Assistant |
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Department | Athletic Administration |
Type of Work Study | Graduate |
Building/Office Location | TA - Truist Arena |
Work Schedule | Varies, some nights and weekends will be required. |
Job Description | The Athletics Academic Services Graduate Assistant (AASGA) is responsible to the Associate Athletic Director – Compliance and Student Services/SWA for all duties associated with the planning and implementing of the Athletic Department’s academic success strategies in accordance with Northern Kentucky University (NKU), Horizon League and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) guidelines. The AASGA is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day operations of the academic services area, including but not limited to advising student-athletes on class schedules; assisting student-athletes with major exploration; meeting with student-athletes one-on-one to assist with time management skills and track academic progress; mentoring student-athletes; monitoring the academic progress and NCAA eligibility of student-athletes; supervising study hall; assisting with recruiting; preparing reports for advisors and compliance; supporting student-athletes on a path toward graduation; assisting with student-athlete development programming. |
Primary Responsibilities | Regular Duties
Occasional Duties
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Qualifications |
Minimum Qualifications: Must be accepted into an NKU graduate program and enrolled in a minimum of six (6) credit hours, maintaining a 3.0 GPA or better. Individuals accepted into an Accelerated Online graduate program are not eligible for a graduate assistant position. The position is under contract for one academic year with an option for renewal. Desire to obtain full-time employment in the athletic academic services profession preferred. Desired Qualifications: Preferred qualifications include experience in Division I athletic department; tutoring experience; experience effectively using Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, social media platforms and Zoom programs. Performance Traits 1. Good organizational skills 2. Good communication skills 3. Good interpersonal skills 4. Be flexible 5. Use tact 6. Maintain confidentiality 7. Be motivated 8. Use integrity 9. Be professional 10. Be loyal 11. Use fairness and equitable treatment of others 12. Promptness and attendance Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law. |
Minimum Education | Bachelor's Degree |
Pay Rate | $13.08/hr; tuition up to 9 credits per semester |
Posting Detail Information
Requisition Number | 20231676 |
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Job Open Date | 05/18/2023 |
Job Close Date | |
Quick Link | https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/12995 |
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