Academics & Career Advisor

The Academics & Career Advisor provides comprehensive academic and career support to student-athletes, helping them navigate their academic journeys and prepare for life beyond sport. This role includes developing individualized academic and career plans, monitoring progress toward graduation and NCAA eligibility, and coordinating with campus and departmental partners. Strong relationship-building, communication, and organizational skills are essential. A Master's degree and at least one year of experience in intercollegiate athletics academic support are preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide personalized academic and career advising for assigned student-athletes.

• Monitor academic progress, ensure NCAA eligibility, and adjust support plans as needed.

• Create graduation plans and assist with course selection and university procedures.

• Participate in recruiting by meeting with prospective student-athletes and families.

• Serve as the primary contact for assigned teams; collaborate with coaches and athletics staff.

• Engage consistently with faculty and campus partners to support student success.

• Contribute to A&C team meetings, programs, and department-wide initiatives.

• Support the Badger Built mission by promoting student-first, holistic development.

• Partner with campus units to strengthen academic outcomes and retention.

• Assist with other tasks and projects as assigned.

• Serves as a main point of contact for students and provides information about educational options and academic requirements; assists with identifying and assessing interests, skills, and values to match appropriate field of study/career options, and refers students to appropriate institutional resources

• Implements academic advising events such as workshops, panel discussions, and guest speakers

• Maintains confidentiality and accurate student records and processes and responds to academic inquiries according to established institutional and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) policies

• Maintains expertise with advised curriculum and may assist in developing and recommending exceptions for policy and curriculum

• Proactively engages students as needed

• Participates in the campus-wide advising community providing input to leadership regarding the development of advising, recruitment, and co/curricular programs offered by the school/college

• Receives, processes, and responds to academic inquiries according to established policies and procedures

Athletics, Academic & Career

The minimum salary is $50,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

Required Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of experience as an academic advisor or in a related student support role

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong computer skills

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds, as well as coaches and administrators

• Ability to work nights and weekends as required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience advising student-athletes, preferably at a Division I institution

• Knowledge of NCAA and Big Ten rules and regulations

• Experience developing and implementing successful programs for at-risk students and/or student-athletes

• Vision Champion: Demonstrated ability to drive a department's academic and career support vision, prioritizing holistic development and long-term success of student-athletes

• Leadership: Experience providing strategic oversight and leadership to a team, setting clear expectations, fostering accountability, and building a shared identity for the team's work

• Team Collaboration & Development: Ability to promote a culture of collaboration, communication, and growth; mentor and develop staff to maximize their impact and potential; and build relationships with colleagues across academics, athletics, and campus

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred

To ensure full consideration, please submit your completed application no later than 11:55 p.m. CST on the Apply By date. Your application should include:

1. A cover letter detailing how your qualifications and experiences align with the responsibilities of the position.

2. A comprehensive resume.

Please note that reference checks will be conducted for finalists. Applicants selected to proceed in the selection process will be notified directly. All applicants will receive notification once a final selection has been made and the search is complete.

Conditions of Appointment: This is a 100% Academic Staff appointment. Salary will be assigned within the appropriate range, commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience. An excellent benefits package is also included. Successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Contact Information:
Tianwei Miller at tm6@athletics.wisc.edu or by phone at 608-265-4138. Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

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