Staff Positions

Job Description

Auburn University Athletics is excited to begin the search for an Athletics Tutor to provide non-classroom academic instruction to students on an individual or small-group basis for proactive or remedial purposes.

Job Duties

  • Provides instruction to individual or small groups of students to improve academic performance, improve occupational skills, or prepare for academic or occupational tests.
  • Provides feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage, motivate, or build confidence in students.
  • Teaches students study skills, note-taking skills, and test-taking strategies.
  • Reviews class material with students by discussing text, working solutions to problems, or reviewing worksheets or other assignments.
  • Assesses students’ progress throughout tutoring sessions

Qualifications

  • Some college; vocational or Associate’s Degree
  • Experience in education preferred but not required.

Expectations

  • Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects. Knowledge in the subject area that is being taught.
  • Skill in selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

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Job Description

Do you enjoy working with college students and supporting academic success? Do you have a heart for service, a passion for education, and a commitment to maintaining compliance requirements?

If that’s you, we invite you to apply for our available Academic Counselor position for Auburn University AthleticsIn this role, you will serve as a catalyst in helping student-athletes meet the ultimate finish line – continuing eligibility and graduation! Come and grow your career with our team at a Power Four university in one of the South’s true college towns!

The Student-Athlete Support Services team is a dynamic and collaborative group, dedicated to supporting student-athletes across 19 athletic teams as they progress toward academic goals and meet compliance requirements. We engage in regular communication with coaches, academic advisors, and parents/guardians, striving to empower student-athletes to become more effective learners and to assist them in developing skills that will enhance their academic progress, social development, and benefit fully from their experiences at Auburn University.

The selected candidate will provide counsel to Auburn University student-athletes in the areas of academics and eligibility. The successful candidate will manage key elements of NCAA academic continuing eligibility benchmarks positioning student-athletes for success. Ensure student-athletes and stakeholders are aware of academic standing and requirements to maintain eligibility. Coordinate and monitor individual academic plans that include various services and resources while strategically intervening using data-driven adjustments as necessary.

Why should YOU consider a career as an Academic Counselor? We’re a student-centered team dedicated to making a positive impact across campus! Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers! Competitive employee benefits + state retirement plan! Tuition assistance for you and your dependents! Generous leave policies (including paid parental leave!) Satisfaction of knowing that YOU personally contributed to the academic experience of Auburn athletes!

Job Duties

  • Tracks, monitors, communicates, and forecasts regarding academic progress towards degree and NCAA continuing eligibility benchmarks/Academic Progress Rate (APR) for student-athletes.
  • Evaluates and analyzes each student-athlete’s current academic standing and record related to eligibility for sport participation and counsels student-athletes on retention of athletic eligibility and graduation.
  • Creates, coordinates, and monitors individualized academic plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each student-athlete taking into consideration aptitude, learning style, strengths/weaknesses, and goals.
  • Synthesizes and analyzes data measuring how successful each student-athlete is at meeting academic expectations (grades, class attendance, tutoring, mentoring, study table, etc.). Disseminates accountability data to various stakeholders (i.e., coaches, administrators, etc.). Maintains records.
  • Evaluates and inspects the effectiveness of academic support services, intervening strategically, to ensure the student-athlete is placed in a position to be successful.
  • Participates in Athletic Certification meetings with Associate Registrar for Athletic Compliance in the Office of the Registrar, the Faculty Athletics Representative (FAR), and Athletics Compliance to review and discuss academic data used to certify the NCAA academic eligibility of each student-athlete.
  • Oversees and manages various components of SASS operations including new student orientations (CWE and SOS), Academic Scholarships and Awards, Scholarship Book Program, technology platforms, social media, Summer Bridge, supervision of part-time graduate students and/or GAs. Provides an overview of the Academic Support Services to recruits visiting campus.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Education, Business, Sports Management, or related field

Level I
  • Bachelor’s degree
Level II
  • Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years of experience OR
  • Master’s degree
Level III
  • Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years of experience OR
  • Master’s degree plus 2 years of experience
  • Advanced degree in required discipline or a Juris Doctorate
  • Extensive experience in higher education setting with Division I student athletes
  • Strong knowledge of college student development theory and of NCAA and SEC rules and regulations, specifically pertaining to eligibility
  • Knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures in advising or counseling
  • Meticulous attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to interact with people from a variety of backgrounds, culture, and a wide range of ages
Scope of Experience: Experience in advising or counseling
 

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Job Description

Power the Show Behind the Scenes — Join War Eagle Productions

Auburn Athletics is seeking full-time Broadcast Engineers to join the expanded technology team within War Eagle Productions. This role supports live broadcast and in-venue productions by overseeing the setup, operation, and troubleshooting of video and audio systems for traditional television broadcasts and videoboard shows. Broadcast Engineers collaborate closely with production staff, mentor student engineers on live production best practices, recommend and evaluate new equipment, and ensure all technical needs are met for each event. The position emphasizes proficient knowledge of video and audio routing within a fiber- and IP-based SMPTE 2110 infrastructure. The position also emphasizes a working knowledge of Dante networking, and the opportunity to work as A1 or A2 while working with multichannel mixes and remote audio feeds for SEC Network broadcasts.

Job Duties

Level I
  • Assists with technical support for critical and on-air production systems. Ability to back-up or assist non-critical systems and IT and PC gear, including installation, problem correction, removal, and replacement, or other tasks as necessary to ensure the continuation of on-air transmission.
  • Assists in the repair, calibration, and installation of audio & video broadcast and IT equipment. This includes equipment within the production facilities such as control rooms and athletic venues (cameras, switchers, audio mixers, multi-viewers, intercom system, monitors, graphic equipment, server/playback, etc.) and related supporting infrastructure in War Eagle Production facilities (Video routers and IP Networks, RF/fiber transmission, tally, signal processing gear, etc.). Depending on your location, maintenance/repair of broadcast equipment (field cameras, mixers, microphones, lights, etc.) may be required.
  • Documents quality standards, system anomalies, operational procedures, reference materials, and project work. Ensures sufficient inventory of parts and technology supplies, working with War Eagle Production management to order and track inventory.
  • Assists in the service and maintenance of an active production facility. Leads and participates in equipment transport, set-up, operation, and breakdown. Assists in coordination between War Eagle Productions and outside broadcast production trucks.
  • As an event-day crew member, responsible for oversight of student and TES staff assigned to each event.
  • Assists as needed with the official SEC Network instant replay system. Assists as needed with live stream or broadcast of post-game and weekly press conferences.
  • Assists with multiple aspects of Auburn Athletics videoboard and digital live production for SEC Network broadcasts. Positions worked could include but are not limited to EIC, V1, E2, A1, A2.
  • May be responsible for training and mentoring students in standard operating procedures (SOP) and best practices.
  • May manage all aspects of the production of live regular-season linear events in a collegiate setting according to required standards, protocols, and specifications. Functions in a variety of roles depending on skillset, schedule, and desired outcomes. Includes leading/supervising staff in all aspects of production. Positions worked could include by are not limited to EIC, V1, E2, A1, and A2.
  • Creates training programs and processes for V1, E2, A1, A2.
  • Assists in the hiring of TES employees and assists with the hiring of students into the War Eagle Productions Student Program.
  • May be responsible for supervising others when working with linear ESPN events.
  • Complies with all applicable National College Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) regulations in the performance of job duties.
Level II (The scope of duties for this position encompasses all responsibilities of Level I, plus the expanded functions required at Level II)
  • Performs technical support for critical and on-air production systems. Ability to back-up or assist non-critical systems and IT and PC gear, including installation, problem correction, removal/replacement, or other tasks as necessary to ensure the continuation of on-air transmission.
  • Responsible for repair, calibration, and installation of audio & video broadcast/IT equipment. This includes equipment within the production facilities such as control rooms and athletic venues (cameras, switchers, audio mixers, multi-viewers, intercom system, monitors, graphic equipment, server/playback, etc.) and related supporting infrastructure in War Eagle Production facilities (Video routers and IP Networks, RF/fiber transmission, tally, signal processing gear, etc.). Depending on your location, maintenance/repair of broadcast equipment (field cameras, mixers, microphones, lights, etc.) may be required.
  • Leads and participates in equipment transport, set-up, operation, and breakdown. Assists in coordination between War Eagle Productions and outside broadcast production trucks. Assists as needed with the official SEC Network instant replay system. Assists as needed with live stream or broadcast of post-game and weekly press conferences.
  • Works multiple aspects of Auburn Athletics videoboard and digital live production for SEC Network broadcasts. Positions worked could include but are not limited to EIC, V1, E2, A1, A2.
  • Manages all aspects of the production of live regular-season linear events in a collegiate setting according to required standards, protocols, and specifications. Functions in a variety of roles depending on skillset, schedule, and desired outcomes. Includes leading/supervising staff in all aspects of production. Positions worked could include by are not limited to EIC, V1, E2, A1, and A2.

Will be required to work nights and weekends for events
 
Qualifications
 
Level I
  • Bachelor’s degree + 1 year of experience OR
  • Associate’s degree or vocational certificate + 3 years of experience OR
  • High school diploma or equivalent + 5 years of experience
Level II
  • Bachelor’s degree + 2 year of experience OR
  • Associate’s degree or vocational certificate + 4 years of experience OR
  • High school diploma or equivalent + 6 years of experience

Scope of Degree: Degree in Electronics, Engineering,Communications, RTV, Broadcast Journalism, Information Systems or related field.

Scope of Experience: Experience in television, multimedia content, IT client service, or broadcast maintenance.
 
Expectations
 
Level I
  • Working knowledge of technology design, installation, and integration projects with complex, leading-edge technology in an increasingly broadcast IP and IT-centric environment. This includes broadcast and server-based systems, data networking (e.g., routers, switches), and other comparable equipment within an SMPTE 2110 and Dante-equipped broadcast facility. (Beginner proficiency)
  • Willingness and ability to train and mentor students in standard operating procedures (SOP) and best practices.
  • Familiarity with broadcast technology companies such as Sony, Ross, Evertz, Yamaha, etc.
  • Demonstrated familiarity with IT concepts including networking and server applications.
  • Ability to work outside regular work hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
  • Must be willing to be on call for coverage of critical technical systems.
  • Willingness to learn broadcast and IT applications.

Level II (Requires proficiency in all Level I competencies, in addition to those specific to Level II)
  • Intermediate knowledge of technology design, installation, and integration projects with complex, leading-edge technology in an increasingly broadcast IP and IT-centric environment. This includes broadcast and server-based systems, data networking (e.g., routers, switches), and other comparable equipment within a SMPTE 2110 and Dante-equipped broadcast facility.
  • Knowledge of broadcast technology companies such as Sony, Ross, Evertz, Yamaha, etc.
  • Knowledge of IT concepts including networking and server application

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Job Description

This is a pooled posting. As positions become available, the hiring department will reach out to considered candidates.

Auburn University Athletics is excited to begin the search for a part-time Academic Strategist to provide individual and/or small group academic support for student athletes, assisting them in transitioning to the University, developing their study skills, and fostering a learning relationship conducive to the development of the essential skills to become independent learners and achieve academic success.

Job Duties

  • Collects academic information (e.g., course syllabi, exam and assignment due dates, etc.) and facilitates the student’s preparation and planning related to course requirements.
  • Prepares, plans, and develops the semester calendar, daily and weekly goals related to calendar deadlines, ongoing teaching and modeling of active learning strategies, documentation of grades, and verification the student has all necessary academic materials (books, supplies, etc.).
  • For students who have education impacting disabilities, the Strategist tracks and monitors the use of accommodations on a regular basis. All academic information is coordinated and shared with the Learning Specialist and the Academic Counselor.
  • Models and teaches active learning strategies and provides support for the ongoing application of such skills within the context of each class. Collaborates with Academic Tutors to develop best practices related to the student’s learning style and any related learning challenges.
  • Responsible for recording all activities through an on-line, standardized system as well as through regular communication with the Learning Specialist and Academic Counselor.
  • Maintains and respects confidentiality related to the student-athlete, Student Athlete Support Services (SASS), and Auburn University Athletics, as well as maintains and upholds professional boundaries related to their work in SASS.

Qualifications

Education:
Bachelor’s degree

  • Experience in education preferred but not required.

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Job Description

Auburn University Athletics is seeking candidates for Part-time Assistant Academic Counselor! Working within Student-Athlete Support Services (SASS), the primary focus of this position is to gain experience providing comprehensive academic support to collegiate level student-athletes.

This position will work closely with Academic Counselors to track, monitor, forecast, and communicate regarding the academic progress of student-athletes for assigned sports. This is a term position that is expected to run from June 2026 to May 2027. The successful candidate will serve as part of a comprehensive team in Student-Athlete Support Services. SASS promotes, assists, and provides counsel to Auburn University student-athletes in the areas of academics and eligibility.

Job Duties

  • Track, monitor, and forecast the academic progress of assigned student-athletes and provide comprehensive academic counseling related to course load/scheduling, degree selection, etc.
  • Communicate regularly with Athletic Academic Counselor and Learning Specialist specific to the academic performance of assigned student-athletes.
  • Collect data and prepare academic reports (e.g., grade reports, accountability, etc.).
  • Assist in tracking student-athletes’ eligibility and progress toward degree requirements in accordance with University, SEC, and NCAA guidelines.
  • Schedule/monitor use of academic services and resources including tutoring, strategist, study table, etc.; suggest data driven interventions.
  • Participate in Athletic Certification meetings with Academic Counselor, Associate Registrar for Athletic Compliance in the Office of the Registrar, the Faculty Athletics Representative (FAR), and Athletics Compliance to review and discuss academic data used to certify the NCAA academic eligibility of each student-athlete.
  • Attend beginning of semester academic meetings and participate in coaches’ meetings for assigned teams.
  • Meet with prospective student-athletes and families as requested alongside SASS staff.
  • Participate in professional development and orientation sessions specific to role of Academic Counselors and Learning Specialist to enhance and develop the necessary skills to best prepare for full-time career.
  • Create training materials and tutorials for part-time staff members and lead training sessions throughout the semester.
  • Assist with other administrative functions as assigned (e.g., summer bridge, book scholarship, scholarships/awards).
  • Comply with all NCAASEC, and Auburn University rules, regulations, and policies.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Education, Counseling, Sports Management or Administration, or a related field.
  • Master’s degree in disciplines listed above
  • Previous experience with academics in an NCAA Division I athletics program
  • Working knowledge of NCAA and SEC rules and regulations, specifically those pertaining to eligibility
  • Possess attention to detail and ability to keep accurate records
  • Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to interact with people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures and across a wide range of ages

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