Assistant Director of Academic Support | Pepperdine University

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  • 11/07/2026

Job Description

Malibu, California, The Athletics Academic Support Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the academic success and eligibility of Pepperdine student-athletes. This position is responsible for implementing individualized academic plans, monitoring progress toward degree completion, and ensuring compliance with University, conference, and NCAA academic standards. Through collaboration with coaching staff and campus partners, the coordinator provides timely academic updates and contributes to the overall mission of the University by fostering student-athlete development both in the classroom and beyond. Duties Advise and monitor satisfactory progress of student-athletes according to Pepperdine, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations for assigned teams. Implement and structure academic plans for specified student-athletes. Provide real-time academic progress data to assigned teams' coaching staffs. Assist with the evaluation and certification of student-athletes' continuing and transfer eligibility. Manage book program for student-athletes on athletic scholarship. Perform other duties as assigned. Uphold University mission through work performed. The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Required: Bachelor's degree At least 2 years' experience in academic support with student-athletes Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Apps Preferred: Master's degree or higher NCAA Division I experience with knowledge of NCAA Division I rules Knowledge of developing an at-risk program and experience in learning strategies Former student-athlete experience Knowledge of PeopleSoft, NCAA software, and Teamworks software This is a Restricted, Nonexempt, 40 hour per week position.

Level

College/University