Academic Resources and Retention Specialist

Academic Resources and Retention Specialist

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Position type:EAP – Executive, Administrative, Professional
Location:Grand Rapids
Categories:College of Education and Community Innovation

Summary:

The College of Education and Community Innovation is the first academic college in the nation to unite the transformative power of education, social work, criminology, philanthropy, and legal studies with the community engagement of hospitality, health, nonprofit, and public management and policy. 

CECI has 8 undergraduate and 12 graduate programs with over 4000 students enrolled. Multiple undergraduate programs prepare teachers to become certified to teach specific grade levels.

The Academic Resources and Retention Specialist will offer one-on-one academic guidance, group advising, programming, coaching and support to CECI undergraduate and graduate students in need. In addition, the Academic Resources and Retention Specialist will prioritize tasks appropriately as the needs of the students and organization shift as determined by the Directors/Advisors for CECI Programs. This person must have the ability to synthesize information and differentiate instruction.

Job Responsibilities:

Advising & Administration – 60%

• Assess students’ academic needs, assist them in setting goals, connect them to appropriate resources, and prove ongoing support as needed.
• Provide targeted outreach to students who are identified as being at-risk.
• Partner with professional academic advisors and faculty advisors to support students entering multiple teaching programs
• Produce and distribute informational materials related to programs and services creating access through digital media and systems such as Blackboard.
• Monitor student academic records and progress using student records, early alert systems and grade review process
• Maintain electronic student files and student database.
• Understand and be able to clearly communicate academic information, including possible programs of study, resources available to students, and be knowledgeable of academic policies and administrative practices.
• Communicate with Academic Advising Team and Directors regarding concerns about individual students as necessary.
• Keep up with upcoming academic dates and deadlines.
• Assist with academic advising and course scheduling as needed.
• Participate in training and/or continuing education opportunities as needed.
• Attend staff meetings/team meetings regularly

Engagement, Events and Activities – 20%

• Assist in planning and facilitating professional development programs throughout the year for students seeking graduate programs or teaching certification
• Represent CECI programs at open houses and/or graduate program information sessions
• Participates in Orientations, and other campus events to promote department services.
• Helps facilitate workshops/trainings provided to students to assist them in their development as a university student.
• Assist in the planning and hosting of programming, events, and opportunities for students to engage and connect with peers and faculty mentors.

Marketing & Communications – 20%

• Create and maintain a semester event calendar for student programming and events through social media platforms, online calendars, and website.
• Create content for social media representing student advising for the college.

 Requirements:

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s preferred.
• Must be student-oriented and have a background in student instruction, mentoring, tutoring, assessment, and conflict resolution.
• Must have experience working with adult-learners and at-risk student populations.
• Teaching or program/event planning background preferred
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced work environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Competent use and understanding of technology and data analysis skills. 

 Salary:  $46,000 – $48,000

Department/Division:  CECI Advising Centerwww.gvsu.edu/ceciadvising

How To Apply: Apply online at jobs.gvsu.edu  and select “Apply now”.  Please include a cover letter and resume. The online application will allow you to attach these documents electronically. On the application, you will be required to provide names, phone numbers, and e-mail address for three professional references. Applicants selected for interviews will be required to submit official transcripts prior to the interview. If you need assistance, call Human Resources at 616-331-2215.

Application Deadline: November 11, 2022

Allendale, Michigan 49401 – (616) 331-5000

For more information about Grand Valley, see our website at

www.gvsu.edu

Grand Valley State University is an EOE which includes protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. See http://www.gvsu.edu/affirmative/ . TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State)

Grand Valley State University has a COVID-19 Vaccine policy that requires all faculty, staff and students to be vaccinated. New hires will be expected to adhere to the policy unless they are eligible for allowable exemptions or postponement. We will require proper documentation upon hire. Up-to-date information can be found on our Lakers Together website.

Grand Valley State University does not discriminate against students, faculty or staff in any of its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities. Grand Valley State University is guided by values for inclusiveness and community which are integral to our mission to educate students to shape their lives, their professions, and their societies, and to enrich the community through excellent teaching, active scholarship, and public service. The University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution. It encourages diversity and provides equal opportunity in education, employment, all of its programs, and the use of its facilities. Members of the University community, including candidates for employment or admissions, and visitors or guests, have the right to be free from acts of harassment and discrimination, which are prohibited if they discriminate or harass on the basis of age, color, disability, familial status, height, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, veteran or active duty military status or weight. In addition, Grand Valley is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 to ensure that none of its education programs and activities discriminate on the basis of sex/gender. Sex includes sex stereotypes, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy or parenting status. The Office for Title IX and Institutional Equity serves as a resource for the GVSU community and assists individuals who may have been impacted by discrimination or harassment in connecting with resources, imposes measures that protect or support access to programs and activities, and oversees the university’s grievance process for allegations of discrimination and harassment. Inquiries regarding the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, 4015 Zumberge Hall, titleix@gvsu.edu, (616) 331-9530.

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. See www.gvsu.edu/affirmative/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Advertised:28 Oct 2022 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:11 Nov 2022 11:55 PM Eastern Standard Time

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