Job Details

Senior Academic Coordinator for Student-Athlete Support Services

Position Number: 9861322
Location: Moscow, United States
Position Type: Academic Advising

Senior Academic Coordinator for Student-Athlete Support Services

Posting Number: SP005468P
Division/College: Athletics
Department: Athletics General
Location: Moscow

Posting Context Statement:

The Senior Academic Coordinator for Student-Athlete Support Services (SAC-SASS) provides support and education to elevate students' learning experience at the University of Idaho (U of I). The SAC-SASS fosters student success by building positive and professional student relationships and implementing proactive strategies that help students fulfill their educational goals. This position provides academic services for student-athletes through the Student-Athlete Support Services and reports to the Assistant Athletic Director of SASS.

Position Overview:

Academic counseling
Academic coaching of student-athletes that present academic risk factors
Assisting with course registration and monitoring NCAA Progress Towards Degree
Serving as the Tutoring Liaison and assisting with orientation for new student-athletes

This position maintains close liaison with U of I athletic administrators, coaching staffs, faculty, and campus academic support areas and reports to the Assistant Athletic Director of SASS.

Required Experience:

One year of experience providing academic advising, academic support, student success services, or related educational support services at the post-secondary level
Experience using organizational and planning skills with attention to detail
Experience using business software used for word processing, spreadsheets, calendaring, and email management
Experience working with students, faculty, staff, or other stakeholders in an educational setting
Experience maintaining confidential student information and records

Required Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Required Other:

Ability to travel infrequently within the state and region
Ability to work non-standard hours including select evenings and weekends
Must be eligible for N4A membership

Additional Preferred:

Education:

Master's degree preferably in Counseling, Education, Athletic Administration, or another related area

Experience:

Experience in an academic support unit for student-athletes, preferably at the NCAA Division I level
One year working with NCAA bylaws and tracking Progress Towards Degree for student-athletes
Experience developing and presenting academic success programming, workshops, or interventions for students

Knowledge/Skills/Ability to:

Demonstrated working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
Ability to multi-task and work under tight timelines
Current N4A membership
Ability to work successfully with individuals and groups, including student-athletes, faculty, coaching staffs, and administrators
Demonstrated commitment to student success, retention, and graduation initiatives
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

None

Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of application
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employee Category: Exempt
Pay Range: $49,816 annually or higher depending on education and experience
Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year
FTE:

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding:
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
Posting Date: 09/28/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applications received by 10/12/26 will receive first review consideration.

Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/52903

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.