Student-Athlete Support Specialist (GA)

Mercer University's Athletics Department is searching for qualified candidates to fill multiple Student-Athlete Support Specialist (graduate assistant) positions in our Student-Athlete Support Services office beginning Summer of 2025. The graduate assistant will work with other members of our team to provide academic support to Mercer student-athletes. 

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Conducting weekly academic meetings with all first-year, transfer, and at-risk student-athletes from specified teams

• Preparing weekly academic meeting notes to be shared with coaching staff and other support team members

• Overseeing resources such as tutoring, supplemental instruction, and professor office hours

• Monitoring study hall daily, including some evening hours

• Assisting with academic advising to prepare for priority registration periods, which includes course schedule creation and academic progress checks

• Preparing academic success plans for student-athletes who show signs of being at-risk

• Assisting with academic recruiting presentations and visits for prospective student-athletes

• Coordinating and assisting with various game day operations.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree and acceptance into an approved Mercer University graduate degree program.

The ideal candidate will possess knowledge and experience in the following areas:

• College athletics, ideally with a desire to work in academic advising or support

• Working with diverse populations

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• Managing multiple responsibilities/tasks

• The ability to comprehend and analyze curriculum requirements for degree completion

• Working independently in a fast-paced environment and meet established deadlines

• The ability to handle sensitive materials and information in a confidential manner

• Knowledge of NCAA academic eligibility requirements

The graduate assistant position offers full tuition coverage, books and university meal stipend with other benefits to be discussed. 

There will be a continuous review of applicants until all positions are filled.