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This is a term position that is expected to run from August 2022 to July 2023.

NOTE: A Term position is a staff position that exists for a period longer than six months but is not expected to last beyond one year. Although a position may exist for a specified or indefinite period, staff who accept term positions are not guaranteed employment for the entire period; they are employed for indefinite periods within the limit of the appointment. There are no guarantees of continued employment, either within the term or when the term ends.

This full-time term position reports to the Director of Student Services and its primary focus is to gain experience in the field of Athletics Student Services. The Assistant Student Services Coordinator will work closely with the Student Services Coordinators to monitor the academic progress of student-athletes for assigned sports in the Department of Athletics. In addition, the Assistant Student Services Coordinator will be expected to refer student-athletes to campus resources and monitor study halls/tutorial services.

About the Work Unit :

Vanderbilt University's Athletics Department prepares student-athletes to become leaders and champions in life by placing the highest values on integrity, character, sportsmanship and victory. Vanderbilt is a charter member of the Southeastern Conference and is the conference's only private school. The university fields 16 varsity teams (6 men's teams and 10 women's teams, a total of 351 student athletes), 14 of which compete in the Southeastern Conference.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Serve on Committees as assigned by Supervisor
2. Responsible for monitoring the academic progress of assigned sports and providing academic counseling and support services as needed under the guidance of Student Services Staff
   1. Check classes for attendance
3. Assist in tracking student-athletes' compliance with NCAA academic eligibility requirements and progress towards Vanderbilt University undergraduate degree requirements
4. Help student-athletes learn time management skills to assist in balancing the demands of academics and athletics
   1. Serve as a sounding board for student-athletes to help them deal with issues surrounding the transition from home life to college
5. Meet with prospective student-athletes and their families as requested alongside Student Services Staff
6. Refer student-athletes to appropriate campus resources as needed.
7. Collect and report academic data as needed (e.g., SEC for Academic Honor Roll, Vice Chancellor/Athletics Director, Provost's Office, Board of Trust, etc.)
8. Monitor evening study halls as assigned
9. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Student Services
10. Seek intentional professional development opportunities for continued growth
11. Assist in upholding the departmental textbook policy
12. Serve as a mentor and role model for student-athletes in terms of upholding integrity, cooperation, self-reflection and stressing the importance and benefits of education
13. Work in a cooperative, team atmosphere to support student-athletes' needs
14. Comply with all NCAA and SEC rules and regulations
    1. Work in conjunction with the department's compliance office to stay current on all rules and regulations to ensure we are operating with the highest level of integrity

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is necessary .
• Master's Degree by start date is preferred .
• Previous experience with academics in an NCAA Division I athletics program is preferred .
• Knowledge of NCAA and SEC rules and regulations is necessary .
• Must possess attention to detail and keep accurate records.
• Must have outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

At Vanderbilt University, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity, diversity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff. Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are. We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive. As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education.

Vanderbilt University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Please note, all candidates selected for an offer of employment are subject to pre-employment background checks, which may include but are not limited to, based on the role for which they have been selected: criminal history, education verification, social media review, motor vehicle records, credit history, and professional license verification.