We are hiring a remarkable Student Success Coach to join our growing team at University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, WA.
Growing your career as a Full Time Student Success Coach is an awesome opportunity to develop competitive skills.
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Job Title: Student Success Coach
Location: Dean of Students
Regular/Temporary: Full/Part Time: Job ID: 6905
Staff Posting Details Appointment: regular, full-time, (1.0) FTE. Position Summary: The Student Success Coach (one of two) will work directly with students to assist them in resolving academic and personal challenges that may present barriers to their success at the University of Puget Sound. The Student Success Coach will work collaboratively with colleagues across departments to provide appropriate resources and ongoing support to students, and will track their progress toward established goals. The Student Success Coach will serve on the university's CARE team and participate in ongoing case management for students of concern using the Maxient platform. The Student Success Coach will create and implement workshops and programming focused around increasing student persistence toward graduation. Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities: Direct Student Support (70%) Work directly with students to create success plans tailored to their individual needs and assist them in tracking progress toward their goals, both academic and personal. Assist students in developing problem solving, time management, and inter-personal skills that can assist them in navigating academic and personal challenges on campus, and encourage connections with the community. Work with faculty and student support offices (Academic Advising, Office of the Registrar, SFS, etc.) to connect students with specialized support. Support students through a diversity, equity, and inclusion framework that validates their identities in a culturally competent manner. Perform ongoing wellness checks for students of concern and work with colleagues across campus to address student needs. Offer limited consultation regarding campus policies related to other offices including residence life, academic advising, and accessibility, and others, connecting students with appropriate offices for further support when necessary. Work to ensure that all Puget Sound students have equitable access to success, with special attention to first generation students, international students, and those from underrepresented and minoritized populations. Case Management (20%) Log and manage all relevant information on student cases through the Maxient system. Coordinate with colleagues in other departments to provide necessary resources and assist in resolving student issues. Track student progress toward established goals and assist in ensuring that students are connected with adequate support and are in compliance with expectations. Serve on the university's CARE team. Student Success and Retention (10%) Create programming aimed at increasing the personal and academic success of current students. Develop, maintain, and evaluate systems to encourage student persistence toward graduation. Identify policies and procedures that present barriers to student success, and work with necessary teams to improve systems to maximize student retention. Other duties as assigned by the direct supervisor. Supervisory Responsibilities None
Budget Responsibilities None
Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree required with at least two years of professional experience working in direct student support, academic advising, mentoring, counseling, social work, or similar fields.Strong understanding of higher education systems including Demonstrated ability to handle confidential student information in compliance with FERPA.Experience in providing support to individuals from a variety of socioeconomic, racial, ethnic, and educational backgrounds, and with varying abilities. Ability to build and nurture professional relationships that encourage trust and collaboration with students, staff members, and faculty.Outstanding written and oral communication skills and demonstrated problem-solving ability.Knowledge of and ability to teach learning techniques, motivational skills, time management tools, and other student-focused skills.Demonstrated conflict resolution skills and teamwork.Experience with learning new technological systems and implementing them to advance goals.Ability to respectfully work, communicate and provide leadership within a diverse campus community Compensation and Benefits : The range for this position is $40,000 - $50,000 annually. Decisions about starting salaries are made based on the extent and relatedness of the candidate's education and experience and on internal equity and market considerations. Puget Sound offers a generous benefits package. For more information, visit: This position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Application Deadline: Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been identified. Required Documents: ResumeLetter of Interest Applications submitted without the required attachments will not be considered. All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of all required background checks. All new hires will be required to submit proof of current COVID-19 vaccination (including booster) or receive an approved medical or religious exemption from the university. Diversity Statement: We acknowledge the richness of commonalities and differences we share as a university community; the intrinsic worth of all who work and study here; that education is enhanced by investigation of and reflection upon multiple perspectives. We aspire to create respect for and appreciation of all persons as a key characteristic of our campus community; to increase the diversity of all parts of our University community through commitment to diversity in our recruitment and retention efforts; to foster a spirit of openness to active engagement among all members of our campus community. We act to achieve an environment that welcomes and supports diversity; to ensure full educational opportunity for all who teach and learn here; to prepare effectively citizen-leaders for a pluralistic world. Puget Sound is committed to an environment that welcomes and supports diversity. We seek diversity of identity, thought, perspective, and background in our students, faculty, and staff. To learn more please visit: The University of Puget Sound is an equal opportunity employer. Benefits of working as a Student Success Coach in Tacoma, WA:
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