The person hired for this position will be a member of the general counseling faculty and responsible for counseling approximately 300-400 student athletes, reporting to the Dean of Students, and working closely with the coaches and the Athletic Director. The Counseling department employs 10 full-time and several part-time counselors seeking excellence in providing academic advising services, interventions for historically underserved students, short-term counseling for personal issues, and programs directed at student retention. 

 
POSITION DUTIES: 
In addition to the responsibilities of the classification description, the specific position is also responsible for:  

1. Working with student athletes in the development and updating of individual educational plans, identifying educational majors and providing guidance. 

2. Assisting with eligibility issues and personal counseling as needed.  

3. Knowledge of articulation agreements with out-of-state and in-state 4-year institutions.  

4. Assisting in the retention of student athletes. 

5. Remaining current on all information relative to NCAA and NAIA academic transfer requirements.  

6. Organizing and facilitating student athlete orientation. 

7. Developing presentations and programs for student athletes. 

8. Supporting and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion across the campus community. 

9. Collaborating with the SASP Coordinator and Athletics Eligibility Coordinator to ensure 3C2A academic eligibility compliance. 

10. Serving as a liaison to four-year institutions regarding student athletics academic eligibility for transfer.