Coordinator, Student-Athlete Academic Services

Working Title: Coordinator Student-Athlete Academic Services

Classification Title: Student Services Professional III (SSP III)

Posting Details

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Monday October 12 2026 @ 11:55pm PT

Position Summary

Under general direction of the Director of SARC/Associate Athletic Director Student Services & Eligibility the Coordinator Student-Athlete Academic Services (Coordinator) is responsible for independently providing comprehensive professional academic advising and instructional support services to ensure the academic success retention and athletics eligibility of more than 450 student-athletes in all 21 varsity sports programs at Sacramento State. This position assists student-athletes in resolving both proactively and reactively any issues affecting their athletics eligibility and their educational/career goals. Work with these student-athletes begins when they are in high school being recruited by Sacramento State coaches and continues through (and sometimes beyond) graduation.

The coordinator is responsible for a variety of functions related to student-athlete admissions academics eligibility and academic development and requires the incumbent to understand and apply complex and varying rules (e.g. NCAA rules Conference rules Sacramento State academic policies) to a diverse population of students and help them balance the demands of their academic and athletics pursuits. This position is also directly responsible for specificprograms including staff liaison to the Sac State Advising Council and coordinating new student athlete orientations each year. . This position will provide oversight of the SARC Academic Support program including coordinating the hiring of some SSP IA/1B academic support assistants.

FLSA : Exempt (not eligible for over time)

Anticipated Hiring Range : $5540 per month. Anticipated hiring at the minimum of the classification

CSU Classification Salary Range : $5540 per month - $7893 per month

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Salary Grade/Range : 1

Recruitment Type : Regular (Probationary)

Time Base : Full-Time

Pay Plan : 12 months

Work Hours : Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm other hours as needed and arranged

Department Information

The Student Athlete Resource Center (SARC) serves prospective and current Division I intercollegiate student-athletes at Sacramento State. More department information available here: Qualifications

Knowledge and Abilities:

The following knowledge and abilities as well as those listed at the lower levels in the Student Services Professional series are required for appointment into this classification.

Thorough knowledge of the principles of individual and group behavior. General knowledge of the principles practices and trends of the Student Services field as well as general knowledge of the policies procedures and practices of the program area to which assigned; general knowledge of individual counseling techniques; general knowledge or the ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge of the organizational procedures and activities of the specific campus to which the position is assigned. Working knowledge of student services programs outside the program to which immediately assigned.

Ability to analyze complex situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action; advise students individually and in groups on complex student-related matters; determine appropriate courses of action and proper techniques to utilize while engaged with individuals in personal interactions of an argumentative or sensitive nature; interpret and evaluate descriptions and explanations of problems brought forward by individuals or student organizations analyze and define the problem draw valid conclusions and project consequences of various alternative courses of action; carry out a variety of professionally complex assignments without detailed instructions; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of individuals.

Experience:

Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of three years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience. One year in the program area to which assigned may be preferred but is not required.

A masters degree in Counseling Clinical Psychology Social Work or a directly related field may be substituted for one year of experience. A doctorate degree and the appropriate internship or clinical training in counseling or guidance may be substituted for the three years of experience for positions with a major responsibility for professional career or personal counseling.

Education:

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field including or supplemented by upper division or graduate course work in counseling techniques interviewing and conflict resolution where such are job-related.

RequiredQualifications

Experience

1. University student services experience (e.g. advising admissions student programming or development)
2. Academic advising experience working with NCAA Division I student-athletes
3. Experience working with students from various ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds

4. Experience supervising and supporting student/peer mentors Knowledge Skills Abilities

5. Ability to independently prioritize plan and organize work in a fast-paced environment

6. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide direct programs and/or services to a diverse student population

7. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a diverse environment

8. Ability to compile prepare write and review reports

9. Proficiency using standard office software packages (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)

10. Familiarity working with school-based record/data systems/software (example: PeopleSoft EAB)

11. Ability to understand interpret analyze and apply moderately complex rules regulations and procedures

12. Ability to understand and analyze the nature of problems presented by constituents present solutions and project the consequences of alternative courses of action

13. Ability to carry out complex assignments without detailed instructions

14. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty students staff and members of the community

Condition of Employment:

• Satisfactory completion of the background check process.

PreferredQualifications

1. Experience working with at-risk students
2. Masters Degree from accredited university
3. Four years working with student-athletes in an academic and/or athletic setting
4. Three or more years of experience academic advising and/or academic mentoring student-athletes
5. Ability to understand interpret and apply NCAA rules regulations and procedures regarding continuing academic and eligibility certification.
6. Extensive knowledge and expert-level understanding of Sacramento State academic policies admissions procedures grading policies testing procedures registration procedures graduation evaluation procedures and campus academic standing policies.
7. Demonstrated understanding of the special demands of the athletic environment to establish and maintain effective working relationships with student-athletes coaches faculty staff and the surrounding community
8. Working knowledge or familiarity with NCAA Compliance Assistant (CAi) LSDBi Eligibility Center and/or a related compliance/academic software such as TeamWorks EAB.

Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of Californias capital city five miles from State Capitol. The lush 300-acre park-like campus is situated along the American River close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento also known as the Farm-to-Fork Capital is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country with a population of half of a million.

Sacramento State proudly serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) and Black-Serving Institution (BSI). The university enrolls around 31000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region throughout California across the nation and around the world. Our 1800 faculty and 1500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

As Californias capital university Sacramento State transforms lives by preparing all students to lead serve and succeed. We are committed to our designations as a Hispanic Serving Institution an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution and a Black Serving Institution and to intentionally serving students reflective of these designations and all students who have been historically underserved in education.

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty staff students and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities life experiences and perspectives that enrich our community teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family please visit the Why Sac State page.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion national origin age sex gender identity/expression sexual orientation pregnancy genetic information medical condition marital status veteran status or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

It is the policy of California State University Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process visit University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination sexual harassment sexual violence domestic violence dating violence and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees visit Clery Campus Safety ActNotification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at

Under the Clery Act this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

Education Code 89521 Requirements

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicants current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Background Check Disclaimer

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

Out of State Employment

Sacramento State as part of the CSU system is a State of California Employer. As such the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1 2022 theCSU Out-of-State Employment Policyprohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).

Note to Applicants:

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.

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Required Experience:

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