Student-Athlete Senior Academic Coordinator

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East Carolina University ( ECU) is consistently ranked among the nation's top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output.

Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C., which is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn.

ECU's commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university's leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits.

The university supports its workforce through a wide range of professional development opportunities designed to foster career growth and skill advancement. Eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Academic Affairs, led by the Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, comprises the university's colleges, schools and libraries, along with other academic support and administrative units. Academic Affairs works collaboratively to strengthen ECU's culture of academic excellence in line with our mission to be a national model for student success, public service and regional transformation.

The Associate Provost of Learner Operations is a member of the provost's executive leadership team and oversees a portfolio of divisional operational units organized to support student success from the point of admission to graduation.

Student-Athlete Academic Services provides academic advising and support services to the university's student-athlete population. The athletics program is comprised of varsity sports for both men and women, and the academic services program is committed to supporting the academic progress of student-athletes and the achievement of their educational objectives.

The Student-Athlete Senior Academic Coordinator will provide academic support and guidance to assigned student-athletes. Reporting to the Associate Director for Student-Athlete Academic Services, the Senior Academic Coordinator will monitor NCAA eligibility requirements and matriculation toward graduation, as well as implement academic programs that support the educational and personal growth of supervised student-athletes.

Key Responsibilities include:

Master's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and at least one year of experience working with students at the post-secondary level; or a bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and at least three years of experience working with students at the post-secondary level. Experience working within a team atmosphere. Qualifying degrees must be conferred by the time of hire.

Knowledge of NCAA requirements as they pertain to initial and continuing eligibility and academic experience working with Football student-athletes.

Applicants must complete a candidate profile by creating an account (see "Create Account" by following link below) online via the PeopleAdmin system ( https://ecu.peopleadmin.com). Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

Two to three original letters of reference are required for employment.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a fulltime basis.

This appointment is contingent upon the availability of funds.

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/ TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.