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Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO; Canvas Stadium
Source: Colorado State University careers · View original posting
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Job Description
This role supports student-athletes by positively impacting their collegiate experience, retention, persistence and graduation. The position will serve as the Director of Football Academics working to support all elements of students' academic experience. In addition, the role will serve as liaison to coaches, player development staff, recruiting staff, and manage the on-boarding of new students. As Director of Football Academics, the position will lead of team of staff who also serve to support Football.
Full Consideration Date: 11:59pm July 7, 2026
Academic Coordinator for a majority caseload of Football student-athletes
Evaluate academic risk levels and develops academic and graduation plans for student-athletes and monitor academic progress in accordance with NCAA, conference and University requirements. Meet with individual students and maintain accurate and complete individual files.
Implement learning strategies to improve students' academic performance.
Work independently providing team support at Canvas Stadium vs. the Anderson Academic Center.
Daily awareness of upcoming workload for students and status of submitted assignments.
Primary Liaison for Football logistics
Primary contact for report requests, daily reports and grade updates.
Coordinate academic staff for recruit visits.
Coordinate on-boarding of new students.
Additional Project support as assigned.
Pre-employment Background Check- Criminal
As Football academic support lead, will guide a team of Athletic Academic Coordinators who also work with Football.
Oversight of Football student-athletes at daily study hall.
Compensation
$60,000-$70,000
Required Application Documents
To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Cover Letter, Resume/CV
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
Review our detailed benefits information here.
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Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification.
Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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