Student-Athlete Support Services (SASS) Coordinator
University of North Dakota

Salary/Position Classification

• $40,000 - $43,680 Annual, Exempt
• 40 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability: No

This position provides comprehensive assistance to the Athletics Department in the area of academic services including providing leadership education, and serving as an academic advisor which includes, but is not limited to, assisting with class selection, monitoring graduation requirements/tracking on graduation, assisting students experiencing academic difficulties and setting educational goals, assisting with study tables, and arranging tutoring. This position is responsible for monitoring progress toward degree certification for NCAA eligibility (PTDs) as well as initial eligibility for PSA's for sports assigned. This position also assists with continuing eligibility of current student-athletes including monitoring, recording and reviewing academic progress, and communicating with staff and student-athletes, particularly for assigned teams, co-supervises the Schubert Athletics Academic Center, including coordinating all hiring, training and scheduling of study center monitors, and serves as a secondary liaison to various campus constituents (orientation), as needed.

This position will also assist with various internal operations tasks on a daily basis as assigned by the Assistant Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Support Services and/or the Sr. Associate Athletics Director for Internal Operations/SWA. Must have a commitment to compliance with all NCAA rules and Regulations. Must provide support and encouragement and ensure the safety and well-being of the student-athletes.

• Academic & Administrative Advising
  • Responsible for meeting with and developing individual academic plans for newly admitted UND student-athletes in assigned sports during the academic year and summer terms.
  • Assist with coordination of summer school including selection of appropriate courses for student-athletes, development of overall academic plan and tracking on graduation requirements.
  • Responsible for monitoring academic progress, reviewing of academic records, assisting students experiencing academic difficulties, and assisting with the overall orientation of all student-athletes, if assigned, in conjunction with campus partners in student affairs.
  • Review academic records to determine admissions status, appropriate course load, and graduation requirements for assigned student-athletes.
  • Draws on knowledge, experience, professional contacts, and skills related to student affairs to capitalize on opportunities and options for UND Athletics to optimize academic advising operations.
  • Utilize CAi, PeopleSoft, and GradesFirst to monitor academic progress of student-athletes.
  • Assist with the coordination of Athletics specific orientation for all new SA arrivals at UND (fall and spring).
  • Works as needed with representatives from campus support services areas, departmental advisors, and faculty to facilitate cooperative agreements and working relationships between Athletics and those entities.
• Schubert Academic Center & Study Hall
  • Co-supervision over all daily functions of the Schubert Athletics Academic Center.
  • Hire and supervise study hall monitors, as well as coordinate work schedule.
  • Oversee the laptop checkout program.
  • Responsible for the completion of accurate and timely study hall reports for coaches and administration at the completion of each academic term including recommendations, as requested.
  • Development of UND Athletics study hall policies and procedures in conjunction with overall University of North Dakota administrative guidelines.
  • Lead monitoring and reporting of team missed class time in conjunction with the Assistant AD for SASS and under the supervision of the Sr. Associate AD for Internal Operations/SWA.
• Special Projects
  • Assists, if needed, in nomination process for Post Graduate scholarships and other NCAA and Conference academic honors for student-athletes.
  • Assists with coordination of life skills programming for student-athletes and SAAC, providing leadership education and development including health/safety education and support as needed.
  • Assists with coordination of UNIV 101 - University Life course - including facilitation.
  • Assists with annual Student-Athlete Handbook Development and Production.
  • Assists with annual Student-Athlete award nominations.
  • Assists with recruitment of prospects, coaches, and staff within NCAA guidelines.
  • Develops mass student-athlete communication for the SASS social media platforms.
  • Serve on Campus Committees as assigned by the Sr. Associate AD for Internal Operations/SWA and represent the interests of UND Athletics.
  • Provides information and works with campus administrative departments to ensure compliance with NCAA academic eligibility concerns.
  • Performs other miscellaneous duties assigned by the Assistant AD for SASS and/or Sr. Associate AD for Internal Operations/SWA.

• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Excellent computer, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively and communicate with a diverse population of students and staff (i.e. students with disabilities, student-athletes, minorities).
• Ability to multitask, organize, and prioritize.
• Ability to teach and work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Must have commitment to NCAA compliance and follow all NCAA, conference and UND rules & regulations.
• Must have commitment to academic success of student-athletes.
• Must provide support and encouragement and ensure the safety and well-being of the student athletes.

• Bachelor's Degree. May 2024 graduates will be considered.
• One year experience in college level academic advising or coaching in a full-time, part-time, graduate assistant, or intern role.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check (CHBC).

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

• Experience working at an NCAA Division I, II or III athletic department.
• Experience with student-athlete based advising or coaching.
• Experience with PeopleSoft or other applicable higher education software systems.
• Experience with developing student academic/learning skills.