Join Purdue University Fort Wayne:

Purdue University Fort Wayne is currently seeking a fulltime, onsite Athletic Academic Specialist in our Mastodon Academic Performance Center.  The Athletic Academic Specialist is responsible for supporting the academic success and personal development of student-athletes. The pay for this position is between $43,888.00 annually.

 
Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized academic support services, monitors academic progress toward degree completion, and ensures compliance with NCAA academic eligibility requirements.
• Collaborate with Athletics and campus stakeholders to assess the academic qualifications of prospective student-athletes and to co-facilitate NCAA-mandated and institutionally supported life skills and developmental programming.
• Contribute to the holistic development of student-athletes and upholds institutional and NCAA standards of academic integrity and student support.
• Provide comprehensive academic support to assigned student-athletes, including proactive outreach, regular meetings, and individualized academic success planning.
• Assist in managing the NCAA academic eligibility certification process three times annually.
• Teach 2–3 sections annually of the Freshman Success course for student-athletes.
• Maintain accurate records of academic support activities and student progress.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends as required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree
• 0-2 years of related experience.
• Proficiency in higher education systems and software, including Banner, DegreeWorks, LSDBi, and Compliance Assistant.
• Knowledge of student development theory, academic advising practices, and strategies for learning and retention.
• Familiarity with NCAA academic eligibility regulations and compliance standards.

Benefits:

• Free tuition through Purdue University Global.
• Fee remission for a traditional Purdue degree for yourself, your spouse, and your child(ren).
• Insurance starts on first day of employment.
• Generous Paid Time Off – additional PTO in December.
• Additional benefit information: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/benewell/

Additional Information:  

• Resumes and cover letters that contain portraits or personal information are not permitted.
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position. 
• A background check and misconduct screen will be required for employment in this position. 

Purdue Fort Wayne is an EEO/AA

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