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Athletic Academic Certification Coordinator

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Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number S3563P
Home Org Name Office of the Registrar
Division Name Provost and VP Academic Affair
Position Title Athletic Academic Certification Coordinator
Job Class Code BB55/BB56
Appointment Status Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
Reporting to the Associate Registrar for Athletic Compliance, the Coordinator, Athletic Academic Certification coordinates the academic certification of select athletic teams and student-athletes, including review of academic eligibility per National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) requirements. Evaluates and reviews transcripts for potential transfer student-athletes. Assists in submission of NCAA reports and other duties within the Office of the Registrar.

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Essential Functions
  • Collects, analyzes, and evaluates academic information from multiple sources to assess the overall progress towards degree requirements of student athletes.
  • Evaluates transcripts from other accredited institutions for student-athletes and prospective student- athletes to determine applicability to Auburn University’s requirements.
  • Assists in the review of transfer evaluations or preliminary transfer evaluations for prospective and current student athletes and administers approvals or denials for credit.
  • Certifies the academic eligibility of select athletic teams and student athletes per NCAA, SEC, and University rules.
  • Assists in the collection and completion of required NCAA reports and requests concerning student athlete eligibility, including Academic Performance Rate (APR) and Graduation Success Rate (GSR).
  • Coordinates certification for club sport squads and other University groups as requested.
  • Assists with other relevant duties within the Office of the Registrar including, but not limited to, transfer credit and evaluation for the general student body.
  • Complies with all Auburn University, National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) regulations in the performance of job duties.
Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Level I: Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Business, Sports Administration, Liberal Arts, or related field.

Level II: Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Business, Sports Administration, Liberal Arts, or related field plus 2 yrs experience in advising or counseling, admission processes, complying with NCAA rules and regulations, or academics in higher education.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of NCAA eligibility requirements. Thorough knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply NCAA rules and regulations. Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations. Knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply related University policies, procedures, principles, and practices. Knowledge of Student Information System (Banner). Excellent communication skills: oral, written, and presentation
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications
Posting Detail Information

Salary Range $33,400 - $56,900
Job Category Administrative
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: AL
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date 04/22/2024
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.



AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Internal Postings https://www.auemployment.com/postings/44986

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

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  1. * Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.
    • LinkedIn
    • AcademicKeys
    • The Chronicle of Higher Education
    • DiversityJobs
    • HigherEdJobs
    • HERC (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
    • Indeed
    • RecruitMilitary
    • The Tuskegee News
    • Professional organization or journal
    • Veterans Assistance Services
    • Disability Assistance Services
    • State Employment Service
    • Social Media
    • AU Job Bulletin
    • Notified by an Auburn employee
    • College or university Career Services
    • I went to the AU Employment Website directly (www.auemployment.com)
    • Other
  2. * Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University:
    • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period
    • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee outside of probationary period
    • Current part-time Auburn or AUM employee
    • Not an Auburn or AUM employee
  3. * Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Education, Business, Sports Administration, Liberal Arts, or a related field?
    • Yes
    • No