Student Sucess & Transfer Specialist at Wichita State University / employment-usa.net

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Student Sucess & Transfer Specialist

at Wichita State University in Kansas

Hot air balloons soar to new heights & so do our students, there is a special group who help them along the way. (I bet you want to be part of that adventure?)
Our transfer students are navigating the path to a selected college, degree decision & then completion. Like a balloon, winds of change can make things interesting & some make the journey smooth sailing. We want a dedicated person getting invested to be their guide through taking classes with multiple college/universities to reach the final destination. This includes engaging with students at other educational centers in the area & working with them to understand how their path can be paved to join the Shocker Nation at the end!

This isn’t just advising on one aspect, this is a full package collaboration, including enrollment, retention, scholarship matching, recruiting & helping along the way. Apply now if you are as multi-faceted as this position is!

To apply: jobs.wichita.edu/postings/29221

Summary of Responsibilities:
Advises students concerning their academic plans, progress, and academic and career goals in order to assist students in making personal education decisions and meeting graduation requirements. Interprets student needs and provides individualized service and assistance while maintaining confidentiality.

Essential Functions:
Provides students with information on how to complete their college degree and refers students to appropriate campus and community services and resources when needed.
Serves as a resource person to faculty and others with regard to academic advising policies and procedures. May review and optimize procedures as needed.
May assist in the development of and participates in recruitment and retention activities related to the student population such as monitoring educational progress and/or providing application or other assistance. May maintain confidential student records and personal information.
May conduct or participate in seminars, workshops or orientation sessions for students on academic, career and personal success strategies and other group activities.

Minimum Education:
Bachelor’s degree in related field by hire date

Minimum Experience:
One (1) year of experience in student services or related field. Every 15 hours of graduate college coursework beyond a bachelor’s degree can be substituted for one (1) year of experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrated proactive approaches to being innovative, strategic problem solving and decision making.
Familiarity with Banner, Blackboard and SSC Navigate platforms.
Superior written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including faculty, staff and students.
Collaborative team player with a positive attitude, energy, enthusiasm and great sense of humor.
Advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point), and Adobe Acrobat.

Pay Range beginning point $35,000/yr, adjusted with experience
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