Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the states flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nations legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nations capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

As a member of a progressive Gossett Student-Athlete Center (GSAC) Academic Services Unit, the Learning Specialist will manage and support a caseload of at-risk student-athletes, specialize in working with students from a variety of sports. This individual will be responsible for conducting one-on-one academic meetings with a caseload of students, teach learning strategies and address academic needs. Specific duties will also include but are not limited to active involvement in the Learning Services Working Group, development of creative ideas to best support at-risk student-athletes, and when necessary, acting as a liaison to faculty, administrators, and coaches regarding student-athlete academic matters. The Learning Specialist should adhere to all University of Maryland, Big Ten Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations. This position will work cooperatively with Athletic Academic Counselors and Student Success colleagues on campus to assess academic needs and enhance student-athlete academic skill development. The Learning Specialist will work collaboratively with GSAC staff to organize and execute evaluations for all incoming student-athletes and, when needed; act as a liaison to the Office of Accessibility and Disability Services on campus; and perform all other related duties as assigned.

Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

The scope of the position requires occasional weekend and evening work (Non-standard work hours) as well as some travel. While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee operates a computer and other office devices such telephones, copy machines, fax machines, etc; Constantly moves about the facility and campus; constantly communicates via telephone, email and in-person with others to exchange accurate information. Standing, walking, kneeling/crouching, balancing and lifting up to 25 pounds.

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.