Job Description

• 503401

• Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States

• Staff

• Staff Full-time

• Closing at: Apr 16 2026 - 23:55 MDT

Department Contact: Joseph Almaguer, 575-646-5448. jalma@nmsu.edu

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary: New Mexico State Athletics is home to 16 intercollegiate teams – and to some of the most dynamic sports squads in the nation. We look forward to you joining our team!

Position Details

Position Title: Athletics Academic Advisor

College/Division: Athletics

Department: 440550-ATHLETICS ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: Commensurate with qualifications

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

FLSA Status : Exempt

Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon funding

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule:

Job Duties and Responsibilities: The Athletics Academic Advisor provides comprehensive academic support and guidance to student-athletes, promoting academic success, eligibility, and progress toward degree completion. This role is responsible for advising students on course selection, degree planning, and academic requirements while monitoring academic performance, including GPA, credit hours, and progress-toward-degree benchmarks in accordance with institutional, conference, and NCAA regulations. The advisor interprets and communicates academic policies and procedures clearly, maintains accurate academic records for compliance and reporting purposes, and assists with certification processes such as initial and continuing eligibility. Through a student-centered approach, this position plays a critical role in fostering retention, persistence, and timely graduation.


In collaboration with coaches, faculty, and campus partners, the Athletics Academic Advisor supports student-athlete success by identifying at-risk individuals and developing individualized academic success plans, including referrals to tutoring, mentoring, and other support services. The advisor provides guidance on time management, study skills, and goal setting, while also supporting the onboarding and orientation of new student-athletes, including first-year and transfer populations.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:
Associate's Degree + 2 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree.

Equivalent Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Special Certification/Licensure:

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed indoors.

Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

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