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Director of Olympic Sport Academics

University of North Carolina Charlotte

United States, North Carolina, Charlotte

Jun 25, 2026

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/

Position Information

General Information

Position Number	003926
Vacancy Open to	All Candidates
Working Title	Director of Olympic Sport Academics
Position Designation	EHRA Non-Faculty
Employment Type	Permanent - Full-time
Months per Year	12
Work Schedule	Typically Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Occasional nights and weekends are required
Hours per week	40
FLSA Status	Exempt
Division	Academic Affairs
Department	University College (Adm)
Work Location
Salary Range
Primary Purpose of Department	The Charlotte 49ers Athletic Academic Center ( AAC) is committed to empowering all Charlotte varsity student-athletes to take ownership of their personal academic experience. The center provides a framework of support services designed to meet the unique needs of student-athletes, assisting them to achieve academic and personal success at the University while ensuring the student-athletes ' compliance with all National Collegiate Athletic Association ( NCAA), Conference, and University regulations.
Primary Purpose of Position	The position is a professional-level position that assists and monitors student-athletes with regard to academic advising, admissions, and other related academic activities. This position is responsible for supervision of two Assistant Directors; assistance with leading the unit; Academic Advising for assigned teams to include identifying and weekly monitoring/meeting with at-risk student-athletes, and Support of all assigned team members and coaches; Admissions Assistance to include evaluating all freshman, transfer, and graduate applications for admissibility and eligibility and meeting with recruits as needed; Instruction of at least one University Transitions Seminars each semester specifically for student-athletes and other duties as assigned.
Summary of Position Responsibilities	Academic Advising and Support for Assigned Teams, to include, but not limited to: Maintain a current knowledge of the academic rules and procedures of the University, Conference, and the NCAA. Identify those student-athletes who fit into the academically high-risk category. Assist assigned student-athletes with course selection, goal fulfillment, and eligibility requirements; assist student-athletes in choosing a major(s) that best meet their career goals; maintain student-athlete academic/progress to degree files. Assist in monitoring the established study hall program and report students' hours to coaches weekly. Complete weekly academic meeting notes to track the progress of high-risk student-athletes. Provide admissions assistance for assigned teams. This position provides supervision of two Assistant Directors. The position will provide instruction for at least one University Transitions course designed specifically for student-athletes each semester. Assist in the operational needs of the unit and lead the staff in times of the Director's absence. Assist in completing reports for the university, conference, and the state Board of Governors.
Minimum Education/Experience	Master's degree with at least 5+ years in academic support programs working with NCAA Division I student-athletes.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience	At least 5+ years in academic support programs working with NCAA Division I student-athletes required. Experience working with high-profile and at-risk student-athletes and teams preferred. Demonstrate exceptional verbal and written communication skills to clearly and effectively interact with a variety of different audiences and constituencies; interpersonal skills and political acumen to build effective bridges and collaborative relationships, and knowledge of best practices related to the delivery of academic services for student-athlete populations. The candidate must demonstrate in-depth knowledge of and experience with the educational and cultural needs of a vast student body and be able to relate to students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, and community leaders.
Necessary Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Certifications/Licenses
Special Notes to Applicants	The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist. Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions. UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
Posting Open Date	06/25/2026
Posting Close Date	07/10/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Proposed Hire Date
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Contact Information

Posting Specific Questions

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Do you have a Master's degree with at least 5+ years in academic support programs working with NCAA Division I student-athletes?
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
Contact Information for References

Optional Documents

Other Document
Academic Advising Philosophy