Student Retention Specialist - Elizabeth City State University : Job Details

Posting DetailsPosting Summary Position Number 6086-0000-0004-078Classification Title Student Retention SpecialistWorking Title Student Retention SpecialistDivision Academic AffairsDepartment/Unit Office of Student SuccessSection Office of Student Success (section)Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit The Office of Student Success and Retention is dedicated to planning, coordinating, and administering retention efforts and strategies aimed at significantly improving the academic and social experience of Elizabeth City State University's students. Vested in a holistic approach to student success, retention efforts are framed specifically to engage the student both in and out of the classroom. Whether academic, social, personal, or financial, the University is dedicated to helping students overcome obstacles that stand in the way of student matriculation.Description of Work The Student Retention Specialist will support student retention efforts by assisting with monitoring the overall student population's advancement toward degree completion. With enrollment and retention as high-level priorities, the incumbent will work in collaboration with faculty, various student support services professionals and students to enhance retention and graduation rates. Occasional work may be required beyond normal working hours.Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this Position Position requires strong interpersonal skills which would allow effective communication with administrators, faculty and students; ability to write reports; strong computer skills; and effective organizational skills and customer services skills. Possess an interest in working with a diverse population of students.Minimum Training and Experience Master's degree with a minimum of two years of experience (3-5 years preferred) working with student retention and student success strategies at a college or university setting; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.License or Certification Required by Statute or RegulationManagement PreferencesPosition Recruitment RangePosition Category StaffPosition Status Permanent Full TimeFLSA ExemptPosting Detail Information Posting Number EHRA00501PJob Open Date 10/30/2024Job Close DateOpen Until Filled YesSpecial Instructions to Applicant * Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section. * If you answer the supplemental questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers.EHRA OSHR Statement This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.AA/EEO Statement Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.Background Check Statement Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.Eligibility for Employment Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed. ECSU is an E-Verify participant.Quicklink for Posting