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The primary location of this position is the main Cullowhee, NC campus. This position is designated as being exempt from the State of North Carolina Human Resources Act (EHRA). The Athletic Academic Advisor supports the development of the whole student through the delivery of the following duties and responsibilities: Monitor academic eligibility and Progress Towards Degree of student-athletes Serve as first enrollment advisor for all incoming student athletes -new freshmen, transfers, and re-entering Serve on the Eligibility Certification Committee Continue as support advisor through graduation for all student athletes Provide developmental academic advising to student athletes Provision of academic, eligibility, and personal advising for student-athletes Provision of regular academic and athletic eligibility progress reports Maintain up-to-date understanding of Western Carolina University, NCAA and Southern Conference rules and regulations Provision of academic and eligibility information to prospective student-athletes and their parents Identification of at-risk students, participation in development of support programs for them, and awareness of campus resources and services to make appropriate referrals Serve as liaison to Athletics and attend Athletic Department meetings Collaborate with Career Services staff to provide general career counseling Represent the Advising Center at recruitment functions Teach academic success and first-year experience courses as assigned Provide advising information and support for the University community Present advisor educational workshops for faculty and staff Assist with the development, revision, and updating processes of Advising Center forms and publications Maintain appropriate advising records and documentation Submit monthly reports of activity Participate in the assessment and evaluation of academic advising and advising programs for student athletes Participate in ongoing professional development and encourage the growth of colleagues Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned in support of the needs of students and the Advising Center Minimum Qualifications Interested candidates must already be legally authorized to work in the United States and will not require any immigration sponsorship or support. A Master's Degree in Higher Education, College Student Personnel, or related field is required. Experience in academic advising and/or related student services programs is required. Effective communication skills, written and oral, are essential. Preferred Qualifications Prior experience in NCAA athletics advising/student-support. Knowledge of NCAA athletics eligibility. Position Type Permanent Full-Time Number of Hours Per Week 40 Number of Months Per Year 12 Posting Text Open Date 08/31/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants To be considered, you must apply online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire. Please include a cover letter, current resume and a list of three professional references with complete contact information. For questions or additional information, please contact

• Background/E-Verify Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify . Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment. Credential Verification All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. EOE Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu. University Safety The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.