University of Colorado · 1 month ago
Retention and Student Development Professional
Colorado Springs
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$46K/yr - $59K/yrThe University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement. The Retention & Student Development Professional is responsible for coordinating all student programming, mentoring, and academic support tracking to ensure objectives are met for the U.S. Department of Education grant-funded program.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Plan, organize, oversee, and facilitate summer transitional orientation and assist with planning for Intensive Summer Bridge GPS first year seminar course for incoming SSS students
Coordinate and present workshops on academic, social, financial, and emotional support topics for students
Supervise Peer Advocate Graduate Assistant in the coordination of the Peer Advocate program for first year, sophomore, and new transfer students
Supervise Student Retention & Data Graduate Assistant in coordination of tracking student usage of campus resources
Provide academic and career advising, assistance with the financial aid process, and Academic Success Plan development to a caseload of approximately 60 SSS students
Develop effective collaborative relationships with campus partners and maintain communication about programmatic and referral resource updates
Assist with screening and selection of program participants
Collaborate with the Project Director to implement the grant
Compile data for weekly, monthly, and annual Project reports, using Student Access or similar database, ensuring that student data files are complete and up to date
Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, student affairs in higher education, social work, or related field from an accredited college/university is required
Experience providing advising, mentoring, or academic support focusing on student success and retention is required
Experience supervising student and/or professional staff is required
Master's degree in education, counseling, student affairs in higher education, social work, or related field from an accredited college/university is required
Preferred
Experience working with low-income, first-generation students, and students with disabilities who are academically under-prepared is preferred
Experience developing effective advising and mentoring relationships with students is preferred
Experience presenting or teaching groups of students is preferred
Experience coordinating and tracking student referrals to campus resources is preferred
Experience gathering, analyzing, and interpreting programmatic data is preferred
Benefits
Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.
Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
Further Your Education: Avail twelve waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
Wellness & More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development.
Company
University of Colorado
University of Colorado offers higher education and serving as the catalysts in business, arts, health, and community growth.
Founded in 1876
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.5MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyUS Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation
2023-07-27Grant
2023-01-26Grant
2021-04-06Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Richard Schulick
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