Ncaa Volleyball Graduate Assistant Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Open Date 03/05/2026 Requisition Number PRN16822N Job Title Athletics Assistant Working Title Athletics Academic Services Intern Career Progression Track A Track Level FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? Yes Standard Hours per Week 25 - 29` Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary Is this a work study job? No VP Area U of U Health - Academics Department 00327 - Athletics Department Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $17.00 Close Date 06/15/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary Responsibilities

• Collaborate with athletics academic advisors and learning specialists to develop and implement individualized academic support plans.
• Assist in the oversight of evening study hall activities in the Burbidge Athletics Academic Center.
• Develop the ability to identify academic concerns through formal and informal assessments.
• Monitor and report the academic progress of student-athletes while fostering academic accountability.
• Educate student-athletes to effectively communicate with professional etiquette in a university setting.
• Assist student-athletes in the development of short-term/long-term achievable academic goals.
• Develop a strong comprehension and understanding of NCAA continuing eligibility and progress towards degree rules and regulations in order to assist student-athletes in developing academic schedules to meet progress towards degree/graduation requirements.
• Develop a working knowledge of university degree requirements to assist student-athletes in maintaining college degree requirements while selecting classes for enrollment.
• Work closely with at-risk student-athletes to develop independent, lifelong learners.
• Prepare daily/weekly academic updates to track the progress of assigned student-athletes while sharing with the academic services team and coaches.
• Work with the Athletics Psychology & Wellness Team and the Center for Disability Services to assist in the implementation of academic accommodations.
• Understand and adhere to the rules and regulations specific to FERPA.
• Participate in a variety of professional training sessions and activities.
• Perform general administrative tasks and various projects as requested.
• Maintain an active schedule of weekly meetings with assigned caseload of student-athletes.
• Develop a strong understanding of all things related to the mitigation of academic misconduct applicable to the athletics department, the University of Utah, the Big 12 Conference, and the NCAA.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Required.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Personable and highly organized.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Desire to obtain full-time professional employment in the Athletics Academic Services Industry as either an Athletics Academic Advisor or Learning Specialist.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

Preferences

• Experience working with student-athletes at the Division I level.
• Ability to understand the needs of academically at-risk student-athletes.
• Graduate Assistantship experience in the Athletics Academic Services Industry.
• Knowledge of FERPA and NCAA rules and regulations.

Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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