Academic Eligibility Specialist

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Academic Eligibility Specialist, Student-Athlete Academic Services, Academic Success Center [R0110667]

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution of approximately 29,000 students and more than 3,000 faculty and staff that is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a research university with high research activity. UNLV offers a broad range of respected academic programs and is on a path to join the top tier of national public research universities. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada. For more information, visit us on line at: http://www.unlv.edu

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY

The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.

ROLE of the POSITION

The University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) Academic Success Center invites applications for a full-time, 12 month Academic Eligibility Specialist position. This position is responsible for providing academic counseling and support for student-athletes to ensure that they make satisfactory/appropriate academic progress towards graduation and meet all university, conference, and NCAA eligibility requirements. This includes counseling student-athletes concerning the institution's academic requirements, international student requirements, student support structure, NCAA progress towards degree requirements and MWC eligibility requirements; working closely with all academic units to monitor and evaluate each student-athlete's academic standing and progress towards major/degree completion; referring student athletes to additional resources across campus; assisting with the evaluation and certification of student athletes' NCAA initial eligibility/continuing eligibility/transfer eligibility; communicating regularly with colleagues to ensure compliance with eligibility requirements; planning/conducting student-athlete orientation sessions and objective-based learning meetings, facilitating/recommending tutoring for students, monitoring class attendance, and preparing periodic reports; participating in on-campus recruiting activities; participating in the SAAS programming and other duties as assigned by the Assistant Athletics Director and Director of SAAS.

QUALIFICATIONS

The Academic Eligibility Specialist position requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, Master's degree preferred, with a minimum of one year of experience related to required job duties (particularly advising) and one year of comparable experience.

Qualifications include knowledge of Division I NCAA recruiting/eligibility/amateurism/financial aid/awards & benefits rules & regulations, knowledge of student information systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, GradesFirst), knowledge of computer database management and the ability to plan, coordinate as well as articulate policies and procedures to students, faculty/staff and parents. Experience in the unique environment of intercollegiate athletics preferred. Successful candidates must have demonstrated communication skills and computer skills, be highly functional with regard to decision making and problem solving skills. Effective time management skills and the ability to balance a wide variety of tasks and a large caseload in an efficient and effective manner are vital to the success of this position. Some nights and weekends may be required.

All applicants are subject to background checks. Video conferencing may be part of the search process.

SALARY RANGE

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions. Position is contingent upon funding.

APPLICATION DETAILS

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Applicants are subject to background checks in coordinate with Nevada Assembly Bill 384. Applicants may be invited to video conference interview as part of the search process.

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates' materials will begin on 7/30/2018 and best consideration will be gained for materials submitted prior to that date. Materials should be addressed to Search Committee Chair, and are to be submitted online as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or applicant.inquiry@unlv.edu.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the requisition number, “R0110667” in the search box.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

EEO/AA STATEMENT

UNLV is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action educator and employer committed to achieving excellence through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, age, creed, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws. The University of Nevada, Las Vegas employs only United States citizens and non-citizens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Women, under-represented groups, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.