What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Success Navigator position at Texas State University?
Posting Information
Posting Information
Posting Number
2024754
Posting/Functional Title
Student Success Navigator
University Pay Plan Title
Student Development Specialist II
Location
San Marcos
Department
Academic Engagement
Recruitment Type
Open to All
Job Type
Full-Time
Funding Source
Permanent
Monthly Salary
$3,916.67
Job Category
Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
- Knowledge of student development theories, challenges and mentoring of college students.
- Knowledge of factors and trends in higher education influencing recruitment and retention of students to deliver services that improve recruitment, retention, and degree completion.
- Knowledge of principals of assessment to evaluate and improve program processes and to assess the student success initiatives.
- Knowledge of best practices in high impact services and trends impacting student populations.
- Knowledge of university and TSUS system academic policies and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree.
- Three or more years of experience in higher education in student support/student success programs and initiatives.
- Demonstrated knowledge of student development theory, assessment, and practices used to foster student learning.
Job Description
Responsible for advising and promoting activities and providing leadership opportunities for Texas
State students and the campus community.
State students and the campus community.
Job Duties
- In order to meet our enrollment and retention goals each retention specialist will manage a cohort of students, with the identified retention outcomes.
- Facilitate and implement a holistic intervention plan.
- Work with academic advisors, housing residential life, and other student services units to ensure students are receiving applicable academic and social interventions.
- Review Navigate TXST Early Alert Reports and Student Hand Raises and suggest recommended solutions.
- Coordinate and implement special projects aligned with University’s compelling priorities;
- Facilitate processes with cohort groups to walk them through the university’s Bobcats Bounce Back academic recovery process.
- Create connections with students during the pre-enrollment period to include, but not limited to engagement via the New Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration Program.
- Serve a part of the planning and implementation committee for Welcome Week.
- Maintain accurate records and data tracking mechanism of students in cohort.
- Develop and implement a robust communication plan to facilitate outreach with student cohort.
- Assess institutional data and make recommendations for retention planning and implementation.
- Participate on University’s sub-committee(s) and ad hoc committee(s) when required.
- Participate in student success and enrollment management programs during evenings and weekends.
- Other duties as assigned.
Additional Information to Applicants
Job Open Date
09/09/2024
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)
09/20/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Normal Work Days
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start
8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End
5:00PM
Posting Notices
You will be required to electronically attach a resume., You will be required to electronically attach a cover letter., You will be required to electronically attach a list of references.
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why work @ Texas State?
- Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
- Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
- Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
- Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
- An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
- Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.
Salary : $3,917