What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director for Academics position at University of Colorado Boulder?
Requisition Number:
63513
Location:
Boulder, Colorado
City
Boulder
State
Colorado
Employment Type:
University Staff
Schedule:
Full-Time
Posting Close Date:
17-Apr-2025
Date Posted:
17-Apr-2025
Job Summary
The Herbst Academic Center (HAC) is committed to delivering a world-class and comprehensive academic experience to student-athletes by providing the support necessary to develop independent, resourceful learners who graduate and seek personal and professional excellence. The Center provides an unparalleled level of service in an inclusive community, defined by ethical excellence in the areas of good academic standing, retention, and graduation rates.
The Assistant Director works collaboratively with HAC staff and provides overall academic support to the mission of the Herbst Academic Center. This position works directly with student-athletes on designated teams, directs at least one program which includes supervising staff, participates in analyzing and making decisions for the planning and direction of services and programs, and develops relationships on campus to benefit the mission of the Herbst Academic Center.
The Assistant Director for Academics will have the responsibility of supervising Academic Coordinator(s) and full-time and temporary staff through the Learning Facilitator Program.
This position is responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program. This shall include adhering to the principles of the Athletic Department's Mission Statement, Diversity and Inclusion Mission Statement, Core Values, Policies and Procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University, the Big 12 Conference and the NCAA.
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
As one of 34 U.S. public research institutions belonging to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)—and the only member in the Rocky Mountain region—our goal at CU Boulder is to directly affect Colorado communities through collaborative research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Our faculty, staff, and students work with the broader community to establish outstanding connections that have lasting outcomes-both across Colorado and around the world.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Plan, coordinate, and supervise the academic services provided to student-athletes:
- Manage and coordinate programs and services to ensure delivery of academic support to individual student-athletes and assigned athletic programs.
- Meet with students regularly. Create Individual Academic Plan (IAP) for each student and then coordinate use of campus-wide resources that would best allow each student-athlete to succeed academically.
- Collaborate with departmental academic advisors in planning degree programs for students.
- Work in conjunction with Director of Eligibility to determine progress towards degree.
- Connect with faculty and report regularly with coaches on the academic progress of their student-athletes.
- Participate in representational activities that are required of the Herbst Academic Center and are a part of the student-athlete recruiting process.
- Travel with team(s) as needed to provide academic support and structure to high-risk students.
- Monitor Academic Progress Rate (APR) of entire squad. Monitor academic eligibility of each individual scholarship student- athlete.
Serve as supervisor for Academic Coordinator(s) and Learning Facilitators.
- Meet with individuals regularly to provide guidance and support.
- Assist in problem solving and offer solutions. Encourage professional growth. Promote growth mindset.
- Maintain oversight to ensure policies and procedures are followed and academic integrity is preserved.
- Create schedules for Learning Facilitators to staff needed hours.
Serve as decision-maker in the Herbst Academic Center (HAC) as part of Leadership Team
- Responsible for creation and implementation of strategic plan, policies, procedures, onboarding, and ongoing training. Understand unit culture and work to enhance it.
- Continually cultivate and maintain professional relationships throughout athletic department and campus to enhance our operation. Collaborate and communicate with all constituents regularly.
- Analyze programming needs annually to ensure efficient and effective delivery of academic services for assigned teams, including football.
- Develop student academic assessment measures to track student-athlete academic progress toward matriculation and interventions where needed.
- Work with assigned coaching staffs to share academic strategic plan, policies, procedures.
- Serve as liaison with a campus program, regarding courses, curriculum, majors and minors, advising, enrollment, academic progress, retention, and graduation.
Chair First-Year Program (FYP) Academics Subcommittee, and Serve as the Herbst Academic Center liaison to the New Student and Family Programs Office:
- Facilitate meetings with FYP Academics Subcommittee to ensure necessary academic orientation information is delivered to all first-years during FYP summer and school year.
- Communicate regularly with coaches and staff regarding New Student Welcome process and information.
- Collaborate with academic programs/colleges to assist with batch enrollment. Serve as resource for Online Experience.
10% Other related duties
- Perform all work responsibilities and maintain confidentiality in all applicable policies, rules, regulations and laws regarding NCAA, Big 12, Athletics Department, University policies and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
- Position will be 100% in-person.
What We Can Offer
- Starting salary is $74,500.
- Relocation assistance is available within department guidelines.
Benefits
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.
Be Statements
Be accomplished. Be excited. Be Boulder.
What We Require
- Bachelor's Degree in education or comparable field.
- Three years of experience in academic advising or counseling of students including one year advising.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.
What You Will Need
- Knowledge of student learning styles.
- Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations regarding student-athlete academic eligibility, APR, GSR, and PTD.
- Knowledge of and experience with tracking, reporting, and operating system/software/applications such as Teamworks, Google Workspace, OneDrive.
- Ability to develop individualized learning plans.
- Ability to coach, guide, and direct student-athlete learning.
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
- Ability to maintain detailed documentation and records.
What We Would Like You to Have
- Advanced degree in education or comparable field.
- Minimum of three years of experience working with Division I Athletes in Division I athletics department.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- A current resume.
- A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by April 17, 2025 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu
Salary : $74,500
