What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Success Specialist position at State of Illinois?
Job Requisition ID: 48361
Closing Date: 08/07/2025
Agency: Illinois Board of Higher Education
Salary: commensurate with experience within the range of $55,00-max $70,000/yr
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
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Number of Vacancies: 2
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Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Illinois Board of Higher Education must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.
About the Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE)
IBHE has been supporting higher education in Illinois for more than 50 years. We are a dedicated team of professionals, overseen by a Board appointed by the Governor, who are working for a strong, equitable higher education system, which we believe is essential for the state to thrive. We work with leaders in colleges, universities, state and federal government agencies, governors, legislators, and other entities to strategically further this mission.
In its strategic plan, A Thriving Illinois: Higher Education Paths to Equity, Sustainability, and Growth, IBHE has identified three goals and 25 strategies to help achieve its vision of a higher education ecosystem that ensures individuals, families, and communities across the state thrive.
- Equity - Close equity gaps for students who have been left behind
- Sustainability - Build a stronger financial future for individuals and institutions
- Growth - Increase talent and innovation that drives economic growth
About the position:
The Student Success Specialist provides critical support to IBHE’s student success initiatives by coordinating student-focused programs, grants, and partnerships; assists in grant administration and support of other student success, basic needs, and mental health initiatives.
This is a covered position under the State Universities Civil Service System.
We offer the state’s competitive employee benefits package.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
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Manages assigned student-focused programs, grants and partnerships:
- Assists with applicable grant administration and reporting
- Coordinates student success convenings and events
- Tracks program participation and institutional engagement
- Provides project management and communication support for student services initiatives
- Prepares data summaries and reports
- Supports Communities of Practice, conferences, and other trainings
- Coordinates communication to institutional stakeholders as directed
- Other duties as assigned, within scope of position
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- 1 year of experience working with student-focused programs
Required Skills:
- Knowledge of student programs, organizations, and relevant resources
- Ability to establish a communicative role between institutions and students
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders and peers
Preferred skills:
- Experience with grant administration and reporting
- Experience with project management
- Experience with summarizing and reporting on data
Organizational Relationship
Position reports to the Director of Student Success Strategy.
There are no direct reports to this position.
Work Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm Mon-Fri
Work Location: 1 N Old State Capitol Plz Springfield, IL 62701-1323*
- IBHE is based in Springfield, IL, however, a hybrid work schedule may be available. Illinois residency is required.
Agency Contact: IBHE Human Resources
Email: HumanResources@ibhe.org
Phone #: (217) 782-2551
Posting Group: Education
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
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