Academic Advisor for Student-Athletes

Posting Details

Posting Summary

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Posting Number

STA00247PO25

Job Family

Academic and Career Counseling

Job Function

Academic Advising

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Posting Details

Posting Summary

Logo

Posting Number

STA00247PO25

Job Family

Academic and Career Counseling

Job Function

Academic Advising

USC Market Title

Academic Advisor

Link to USC Market Title

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/131716

Job Level

P3 - Professional

Business Title (Internal Title)

Academic Advisor for Student-Athletes

Campus

Upstate

Work County

Spartanburg

College/Division

USC Upstate College/Division Level

Department

UPS Student Success Center

State Pay Band

5

Approved Starting Salary

$45,133

Advertised Salary Range

$41,258 - $48,000; Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Location of Vacancy

USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week

37.5

Work Schedule

USC

Upstate standard office hours are 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. However, this position will involve evening and weekend hours to support athletic events.

Basis

12 months

Job Search Category

Other

About USC

| About University of South Carolina |
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. |

Benefits for FTE Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

Position Description

| Advertised Job Summary |
Academic Advisor for Student-Athletes
University of South Carolina Upstate
STA00247PO25
Spartanburg, SC

Academic Advisor for Student-Athletes provides comprehensive academic support for student-athletes under the direction of the Director of the Student Success Center while also leading the student-athlete Life Skills program. Advises student-athletes towards graduation while monitoring NCAA rules and eligibility requirements. | | Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience |
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. | | Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials |
A successful background check is required. | | Preferred Qualifications |
May graduates will be considered if able to obtain their degree by the date of employment.

Master’s degree in Student Personnel Services or related field and 1-year related experience. Prefer experience in advising student-athletes. Previous teaching experience is highly desirable.

Experience in Division I athletic academic support services. | | Knowledge/Skills/Abilities |
Excellent organizational, management, and office skills. Demonstrated skills working successfully in a high-traffic, high-demand environment and ability to meet deadlines in a timely manner. Information technology proficiency in database, spreadsheet software, and Microsoft Office products. USC Upstate standard office hours are 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. However, this position will involve evening and weekend hours to support athletic events. |

Job Duties

| Job Duty |
Provide intense monitoring and academic support for at-risk student-athletes of assigned sports (weekly meetings, maintaining thorough documentation, progress checks with faculty, coaches updates, securing tutors, study hall, etc.). | | Essential Function | Yes | | Percentage of Time | 35 |

| Job Duty |
Assist in the academic advising load of undeclared student-athletes. Assist these students in the development of an educational plan including choosing a program of study and/or clarifying educational goals. Key aspects include maintenance of the integrity of academic policies, while being a student advocate and fostering a culture of student responsibility and success, providing students with information about possible consequences of academic decisions, and creating plans of study. Must maintain current knowledge of degree programs. | | Essential Function | Yes | | Percentage of Time | 15 |

| Job Duty |
Monitor the admission status of incoming student-athletes of assigned sports and assist with summer orientations. Assist with student-athlete specific registration issues (i.e. priority registration, authorizing drop/add, assist with course conflicts due to athletics, etc.). Process all travel letters for assigned teams to be submitted to faculty members. | | Essential Function | Yes | | Percentage of Time | 15 |

| Job Duty |
Manage student-athlete study hall including hiring, training, and schedule of study hall monitors. | | Essential Function | Yes | | Percentage of Time | 10 |

| Job Duty |
Assist in coordinating Life Skills programming for all student-athletes. | | Essential Function | Yes | | Percentage of Time | 10 |

| Job Duty |
Teach one section of University 101 in the fall semester designated for student-athletes | | Essential Function | Yes | | Percentage of Time | 10 |

| Job Duty |
Other duties as assigned. | | Essential Function | Yes | | Percentage of Time | 5 |

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

| Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive | No | | Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential |

Posting Detail Information

| Number of Vacancies | 1 | | Desired Start Date | 05/16/2025 | | Job Open Date | 03/31/2025 | | Job Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicant |
The application must be completed including all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application.

USC Upstate offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to: Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Program Dependent Scholarships Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities | | Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/185285 | | EEO Statement |
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * This University of South Carolina Upstate position is located in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Do you wish to continue applying for this position?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * Are you willing and able to submit to a pre-employment background check that may include, but it is not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor vehicle history as a condition of hire?

   • Yes
   • No

3. * Do you have a master’s degree in Student Personnel Services or related field and 1-year related experience? (May graduates will be considered if able to obtain their degree by the date of employment - May 16, 2025.)

   • Yes
   • No

4. * The salary range for this position is $45,133 - $48,000 based on education and experience. Is this salary range acceptable to you?

   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Cover Letter 2. Resume 3. List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents 1. Other Supporting Documents

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