Specialist - Student Success (Part-Time, Variable Hour)

 

Salary: $15.00 - $18.03 Hourly

 

Job Type: Part-Time Staff

 

Job Number: FY2503761

 

Closing: 2/5/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

 

Location: 800 W University Parkway, Orem

 

Division: VP Student Affairs

 

Position Announcement

 

Join our dynamic team of Student Success Specialists and make a meaningful impact at Utah Valley University! This role offers the opportunity to empower students on their academic journey by providing personalized guidance, fostering connections, and helping them navigate challenges to achieve their goals. As part of a collaborative and innovative team, you'll contribute to creating a positive campus culture focused on exceptional care, accountability, and results. With opportunities for professional growth and a supportive, purpose-driven work environment, this position is perfect for individuals passionate about student success and shaping the future of higher education.

 

Summary of Responsibilities

 

• Maintains a caseload of students and ensures these students receive personalized outreach and support throughout the student's academic career.

• Advocates for these students to resolve issues associated with their possible departure and encourage persistence. These efforts include constant communication, training, and cross-campus collaboration. Collects, analyzes, and documents student academic information and progress.

• Maintains confidential records, and/or other documents related to students.

• Assists in the development and production of print, on-line, and social media materials and outreach to encourage student contact for support as needed.

• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

 

Graduation from an accredited institution with an associate's degree and two years of related experience or any combination of education and experience totaling four years.

 

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

 

Knowledge

 

• Knowledge of working with diverse individuals and personalities.

• Knowledge of student development theory and practice.

 

Skills

 

• Skill in caseload management.

• Skills in organization and coordination for efficiency of workload productivity.

• Skill in inter-personal communication

 

Abilities

 

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to a diverse group or

• individuals.

• Ability to instruct and motivate students to continue their education.

• Ability to work as an effective team member with other staff members.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information.

• Ability and experience with Microsoft Office programs, including Excel and Word.

 

EEO Statement:

 

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

 

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