College Life Coach

Odessa College; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community college in Texas is seeking a College Life Coach to support student achievement and retention. This role involves advising students on their educational plans, participating in campus initiatives, and providing proactive coaching to ensure success. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills and have a Bachelor's degree. The position emphasizes mentoring and collaboration to create a supportive environment for students throughout their college journey.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to student success, equity, and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in using technology and data to support advising.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and administrators.

Responsibilities

• Advise students on educational planning and requirements.
• Participate in initiatives to improve retention and completion.
• Support students in developing individualized educational strategies.
• Monitor academic progress and provide motivational coaching.
• Mentor students in necessary skills for college success.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Organizational skills

Commitment to student success

Proficiency in technology and data

Ability to collaborate effectively

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Job description

The College Life Coach plays a vital role in advancing Odessa College’s mission to become the number one community college in the nation. This position supports student achievement, retention, and completion through proactive advising, innovative coaching practices, and high‑engagement strategies. The role emphasizes mentoring, collaboration, and consistent communication to ensure students are supported academically, personally, and professionally throughout their college journey.

Specific Position Duties

• Advise students to include degree pathways, educational planning, graduation requirements, probation, suspension, and TSI liability.
• Participate in campus-wide student success initiatives designed to improve retention, persistence, and completion.
• Leverage technology and high‑engagement strategies, to connect with students, faculty, and staff.
• Support students in developing individualized educational plans and strategies to improve academic performance and facilitate timely completion.
• Monitor assigned students’ pace and academic progress and provide proactive, motivational coaching and timely interventions.
• Communicate with assigned students regularly using a variety of communication tools to promote progress and success.
• Mentor current college students in skills necessary for success in college, including time management, goal setting, and study strategies.
• Prepare and present workshops on a variety of student success–related topics as needed.
• Assist with Early Alert systems and other retention initiatives, responding with urgency to student needs.
• Develop and maintain positive, collaborative working relationships with faculty and staff to promote a student‑centered campus environment.
• Actively participate in campus activities, including graduation, community service, and college events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to student success, equity, and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in using technology and data to support advising and retention efforts.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree from an accredited institution.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

• Required Documents
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts
• Optional Documents

Odessa College
201 W. University Blvd.
Odessa, Tx 79764