Assistant Director, Football Academic Support Services

Job Number: REQ_0000081106

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POSITION
SPECIFICS

The Morgan Academic Center (MAC) strives to provide comprehensive learning services that help all
student-athletes reach their potential while achieving academic and athletic excellence. We accomplish this mission by embracing and
promoting the academic and athletic missions of the University, the Office of Undergraduate Education, and the Department of Intercollegiate
Athletics.

The Assistant Director/Academic Advisor position in the Morgan Academic Center (MAC) reports to the Director
for Football Academic Support Services.

The responsibilities include the following:

• Coordinate the academic
  support and counseling services for assigned student-athletes in the sport of football which involves tracking and monitoring
  student-athlete academic progress and eligibility
• Communicate student-athlete academic progress to coaching staffs, athletic
  administration, and the MAC Director
• Teach one section of the student-athlete first-year seminar course
• Supervise and direct
  the daily/weekly work of two part-time Academic Support Assistants (ASA)
• Refer student-athletes to other appropriate University
  resources, as needed
• Meet with prospective student-athletes and families throughout the recruiting process
• Perform
  additional duties as assigned by the Director and Associate Director
• Evening and weekend hours will be required

This
position will be filled at the Advanced Professional or Intermediate Professional level. A master’s degree in counselor education, college
student personnel, sports management, social work, education, higher education administration, or related discipline is preferred. Position
must adherence to NCAA, Big Ten Conference rules, and Penn State University regulations affecting the sport and the University.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

If filled as Student Athlete Adviser – Advanced Professional, this
position requires:
Master’s Degree
3+ years of relevant experience
Required Certifications:
None

If filled as Student Athlete Adviser –
Intermediate Professional, this position requires:
Master’s Degree
1+ years of relevant experience
Required Certifications:
None

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA
State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $49,188.00 – $78,444.00.

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Penn State provides a competitive benefits package
for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and
vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One
of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more
detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus
Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual
Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning
alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE
LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified
applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected
veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact
814-865-1473.

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness,
as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in
society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core
strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.

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