Sr. Athletics Academic Advisor
Job Description
Position Title
Sr. Athletics Academic AdvisorPosting Number
2025051EPWorking Title
Sr. Athletics Academic AdvisorClassification Code
1353RCW Exemption Criteria
13 - Counseling of StudentsEWU Position Number
E99662CUPA Code
P-400120 - Academic Support Center CoordinatorFLSA
Exempt - AdministrativeBargaining Unit
PSE% Full Time
100Salary / Wage Range
PS - 106Anticipated Start Date
As soon as possibleTerm of Appointment
12 months per yearLocation
Cheney, WACounty
SpokaneProject Description
N/A
Project Duration
N/ABackground Check
Yes - BothResponsible HR User
Caren LincolnResponsible HR User Email address
clincoln@ewu.eduJob Summary
Eastern Washington University Department of Athletics is seeking a skilled and innovative Senior Athletics Academic Advisor. Under the supervision of the Associate Athletic Director for Academic Services, the Senior Athletics Academic Advisor will operate within a supportive team environment while assisting in creating, executing, and monitoring academic support programs to serve assigned student-athletes, from 14 sports, in accordance with NCAA, Big Sky Conference, and Eastern Washington University regulations. The successful applicant must have a demonstrated history of the ability to collaborate with constituents within the Athletics Department, campus constituents and with relevant external entities. Candidates for consideration are responsible for ensuring the integrity of the Athletics Academic Services area and alignment with the organizational goals of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics at Eastern Washington.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will assist in the implementation of student services, programs and activities supporting student-athlete academic success, retention and graduation. Programs may include academic enhancement, community engagement, career development and personal development. Candidate must be able to build relationships and collaborate with university student support offices to effectively utilize university resources for student-athletes success.
Position assists the coaching staff in establishing and conducting sport-specific study programs and supervised study sessions for their respective athletes, communicates regularly with coaches, and tracks the academic progress of assigned student-athletes for NCAA eligibility and degree progress.
EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a diverse workforce and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.
The salary for this position is $50,000 (minimum) up to $52,000. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills. In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/ .
Eastern Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will assist in the implementation of student services, programs and activities supporting student-athlete academic success, retention and graduation. Programs may include academic enhancement, community engagement, career development and personal development. Candidate must be able to build relationships and collaborate with university student support offices to effectively utilize university resources for student-athletes success.
Position assists the coaching staff in establishing and conducting sport-specific study programs and supervised study sessions for their respective athletes, communicates regularly with coaches, and tracks the academic progress of assigned student-athletes for NCAA eligibility and degree progress.
EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a diverse workforce and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.
The salary for this position is $50,000 (minimum) up to $52,000. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills. In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/ .
Eastern Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence.
About Eastern Washington University
Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. As the region’s polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands-on learning that leads to in-demand careers. EWU’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a ’24-’25 College of Distinction (CoD).
Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a ’24-’25 College of Distinction (CoD).
Tribal Land Acknowledgement
At Eastern Washington University, we are proud to recognize the land of the Spokane Tribe and other tribes that shared the land for fishing and trading. The Spokane Tribe, Coeur d’Alene Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Kalispel Tribe, and the Nez Perce Tribe are integral to the cultural heritage and traditional ethnological knowledge of the land.
Native American heritage is woven into the fabric of our institution, enriching our community through tribal culture, historical teachings, and tribal language, and is embraced daily by students, staff, faculty, and the Eastern Washington community.
At EWU, we are committed to reflecting on and acknowledging the historical injustices of genocide and the forced removal of tribal peoples and all our relatives. EWU recognizes and honors tribal sovereignty and government to government relationships with tribes.
From here forward, EWU will remain committed to supporting, honoring, and recognizing the Native American community and the dynamic contributions that are shared with our university.
At Eastern Washington University, we are proud to recognize the land of the Spokane Tribe and other tribes that shared the land for fishing and trading. The Spokane Tribe, Coeur d’Alene Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Kalispel Tribe, and the Nez Perce Tribe are integral to the cultural heritage and traditional ethnological knowledge of the land.
Native American heritage is woven into the fabric of our institution, enriching our community through tribal culture, historical teachings, and tribal language, and is embraced daily by students, staff, faculty, and the Eastern Washington community.
At EWU, we are committed to reflecting on and acknowledging the historical injustices of genocide and the forced removal of tribal peoples and all our relatives. EWU recognizes and honors tribal sovereignty and government to government relationships with tribes.
From here forward, EWU will remain committed to supporting, honoring, and recognizing the Native American community and the dynamic contributions that are shared with our university.
Equal Opportunity Statement
EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.
Conditions of Employment
This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.
All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.
This position is covered by the Public School Employees’ of Washington Collective Bargaining Agreement: https://in.ewu.edu/hr/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2021/07/Eastern-Washington-University-PSE-CBA-2021-2024-FINAL.pdf
This is an Administrative Exempt position and is covered by EWU Policy 406- 01, Exempt Employment https://inside.ewu.edu/policies/knowledge-base/ewu-406-01-exempt-employment/
This is an Administrative Exempt position and is covered by EWU Policy 406- 01, Exempt Employment https://inside.ewu.edu/policies/knowledge-base/ewu-406-01-exempt-employment/
After starting employment, employees will complete the required training via Canvas. Workplace Belonging training will be available on October 1st and should be completed by December 31st, 2025.
Note: Interviews might be conducted via Zoom (camera must be enabled). If so, candidates must be able to demonstrate competence using Zoom and other technologies.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Sponsorship not available for this position at this time.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Sponsorship not available for this position at this time.
Physical Demands
Contact Caren Lincoln at clincoln@ewu.edu to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis which will describe conditions of employment, such as physical demands.
Pre-Placement Physical
NoHearing Test
NoMedical Monitoring Post Hire
NoProtective Equipment
University, local, regional and state mandates for public and personal protection should be followed as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in any field or comparative experience in academic advising, student athlete learning, tutoring, or related field
- Demonstrated experience using professional and educational technology to assist students and/or student athletes
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task, navigate complex situations, and manage multiple projects
- Demonstrated ability in decision making, time management, problem identification and solving, reasoning, creativity, and innovativeness
- Demonstrated commitment of inclusive working and learning environments
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, or related field
- One (1) year of NCAA Division I athletic program experience
- Two (2) years of full-time experience in advising, student and/or student athlete learning support, tutoring, or related field
- Demonstrated experience and understanding of NCAA Bylaws, rules, and regulations including initial and continuing eligibility, APR, and GSR
- Demonstrated ability to positively collaborate and create relationships with University stakeholders
- Demonstrated experience using professional and educational technology including Google and Microsoft Office Suites, learning management systems, and databases to support student athlete academic success and student athlete development
Other Skills and Abilities
- Flexibility
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Work Schedule Type
RegularWork Schedule
Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week with times to be determined at time of hire. Some weekend and night work may required. Any schedule changes will be followed in accordance with the PSE collective bargaining agreement.
Posting Date
09/26/2025Open Until Further Notice
YesScreening to Begin
ImmediatelySpecial Instructions to Applicants
It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting before you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.
Required documentation includes all of the items listed below.
- Attach a detailed cover letter in which you explain how you meet each of the required qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable]. It is preferred that you provide that information in a bulleted list or within a table within your cover letter.
- Attach a chronological resume including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position. List at least 3 professional references including: names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you (these can be identical to the references listed on the application).
- Complete the online application form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.
- Mission Statement Response - EWU’s mission is to provide an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence. We are committed to serving first-generation, Pell-eligible students. How would you contribute to this mission?
- Please do not upload resumes that include photos of yourself.
Application Types Accepted
Profile% of Time
70Responsibility / Duty
Academic Programming and Support for Student Success:
- Assist the Associate AD for Athletic Academic Success in the design and implementation of an in-depth academic services program that supports the academic needs of student athletes
- Utilize advanced advising and learning support techniques to assist student athletes in course selection, course registration, course content, major declarations, and graduation processes
- Utilize NCAA Bylaws, rules, and regulations to monitor eligibility and PTD requirements and for student athletes
- Maintain accurate student athlete and SAAS academic records
- Assist student-athletes in understanding EWU technology and learning management systems including but not limited to Canvas, EagleNet, DegreeWorks, and Navigate
- Provide individualized academic support to student athletes on a daily, weekly, quarterly, and yearly basis
- Communicate with coaches, athletic staff, and administrators regarding pertinent academic issues, academic progress, programming, and other relevant information that affects the comprehensive student athlete experience
- Create relationships and collaborate with EWU campus departments, faculty, and staff to support and enhance the comprehensive experience of EWU student athletes
- Coordinate time and objective based study hall requirements for each team
- Assist the Associate AD for Athletic Academic Success and compliance staff with the transition of incoming student athletes to EWU
- Promote the overall athletic academic support programming for all student-athletes
- Maintain thorough knowledge of university, Big Sky Conference, and NCAA academic requirements
Essential Function Indicator
Yes% of Time
15Responsibility / Duty
Student Development Support:
- Assist the Associate AD for Athletic Academic Success in the design and implementation of in-depth student athlete development initiatives including career, personal, and social development
- Assist the Associate AD for Athletic Academic Success in the development of collaborative programs and partnerships with EWU on campus departments such as the Career Center, PLUS Tutoring, Student Accommodations & Support Services, Student Affairs, Cultural Centers, and others
Essential Function Indicator
Yes% of Time
15Responsibility / Duty
Other Duties
- Participate in the recruitment of prospective student athletes for multiple teams
- Other duties as assigned
Essential Function Indicator
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