Job Opportunities

The Intercollegiate Athletics Department at the University of Wyoming is seeking qualified applicants for an Athletics Academic Coordinator for Men's Basketball and other sports to be determined. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

* Work with student-athletes regarding academic performance, class/major selection, developing a graduation plan, time management, goal setting, career planning, learning and study strategies, test taking, note taking and other skills necessary for academic success.
* Maintain accurate and current student files for assigned athletes.
* Manage all working relationships with student-athletes, coaches, staff, administrators and faculty.
* Represent athletic department on select campus committees
* Complete other projects and responsibilities as assigned by the Associate AD.

At a minimum, the successful applicant for this position must possess:
* A Bachelor's degree,
* Experience in sports administration, academic advising or related student services field (preferably at the Division I BCS level), and
* A working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Further consideration will be given to those applicants who possess:
* Effective time management and communication skills,
* Experience working with diverse populations and “at risk” students/student-athletes,
* Experience with NCAA CAi and/or NCAA Eligibility Center websites
* Experience with student information systems (UW currently uses SCT's Banner system), and
* Sound decision making and problem solving skills

The University's policy has been, and will continue to be, one of nondiscrimination, offering equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without regard to such matters as race, sex, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, political belief, or other status protected by state and federal statutes or University Regulations.

The University of Wyoming is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search, employment and motor vehicle history. Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of the background check. More information on the University of Wyoming can be found at: www.uwyo.edu.

Application Materials Required:

Review of resumes and applications will begin immediately. While applications will be accepted until the position is filled, interested applicants are encouraged to submit materials by June 19, 2013 to receive full consideration. The preferred start date is immediate. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply. This is a full-time benefited position with salary commensurate with knowledge and experience. All candidates should submit a letter of application, resume and a list of three references to:

Athletics Academic Coordinator Search Committee, Attn: Phil Wille (Chairperson), 1000 East University Avenue, Dept 3414, Laramie, WY 82071

OR

Email your formal application materials to vmottl@uwyo.edu.