Assistant Director, Student Success & Support

Vincennes University; Vincennes (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Vincennes University (VU) seeks an Assistant Director to help manage the Blazers Achieve SSS program, driving outcome‑driven services through coaching and supervision of Peer Mentors and Tutors.

You will oversee student intake, provide educational support, assist with recruitment and forms, coordinate grant activities, and mentor staff to ensure academic persistence and successful transfer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, or related field required, Master’s degree preferred.
• Two years of work experience providing educational/coaching/mentoring services to underrepresented populations required.

Responsibilities

• Front line communication: Answer and assist; direct other departmental calls and questions.
• Provide educational services, mentors, and coaches to underrepresented populations.
• Assist Director with recruitment and follow-up with participants.
• Assist participants in completion of postsecondary forms (e.g., transcript, FAFSA, scholarships).
• Collaborate on grant services/activities to meet objectives (persistence, good standing, graduation or transfer).
• Collaborate in evaluation plans and ensure data for APR accuracy.
• Assist with student intake during START and some Saturdays.
• Develop and instruct SSKL 006 (SSS University Experience).
• Coordinate team professional development and maintain currency in the field.
• Provide support and guidance for direct reports; supervise onboarding and training.
• Ensure alignment with grant and college goals and report alterations as needed.
• Monitor student progress and coach life skills; foster goal setting and self-regulation.

Skills

Executive function

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Minimum two years experience mentoring/educating underrepresented populations

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Vincennes University (VU) seeks an Assistant Director to help manage the Blazers Achieve SSS program, driving outcome‑driven services through coaching and supervision of Peer Mentors and Tutors.

You will oversee student intake, provide educational support, assist with recruitment and forms, coordinate grant activities, and mentor staff to ensure academic persistence and successful transfer.