at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Opening Id: 53885
Department: Univ Athletics-Acad Svcs
Salary/Grade: EXS/5
Target hiring range for this position will be between $55,000- 62,000 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data
Job Summary:
The Athletics Academic Advisor, reporting to the Associate Athletic Director for Academic Services, plays a vital role in supporting the success of Northwestern’s varsity student-athletes. Serving a population of approximately 500 students across 21 sports, the Office of Athletic Academic Services provides comprehensive academic support and guidance while acting as a key liaison between the Department of Athletics and Recreation (NUDAR) and the University’s academic and administrative community. This role will serve as a trusted advisor, mentor, and advocate—helping student-athletes excel in the classroom, navigate the demands of Division I athletics, and fully engage in the Northwestern community. This role works closely with coaches, campus partners, and the students themselves to ensure they have the resources, guidance, and encouragement they need to thrive academically, personally, and athletically.
*Note: Not all aspects of the job are covered by this job description.
*Willingness and ability to work a non-traditional schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays as required.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Advise and mentor student-athletes in three varsity sports, including women's basketball, fostering both academic achievement and personal growth.
- Guide first-year students through the critical transition to college, monitoring progress closely and meeting regularly; support upper-class students with periodic check-ins to sustain long-term success.
- Ensure academic compliance with eligibility requirements by overseeing quarterly course registration, aligning schedules with NCAA, Big Ten, and University requirements.
- Keep stakeholders informed by sharing timely academic updates with coaches and team administrators.
- Assist in recruiting prospective student-athletes by presenting Northwestern’s academic philosophy and highlighting the comprehensive support services available.
- Connect students to resources by referring them to campus programs that address academic, personal, and career needs.
