Coordinator (Talent Development) - 2 Positions

University of Rhode Island; Kingston (RI); On-site; USD 47,768 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rhode Island is hiring a Coordinator for Talent Development, responsible for academic advising and student support services. This full-time position involves working closely with students to enhance retention and graduation rates.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of relevant experience, with strong communication skills and proficiency in multiple software applications. The anticipated salary range for this position is between $47,768 and $54,000.

Qualifications

• At least three years of relevant experience in academic advising.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Experience with developing and coordinating support services.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advisement for Talent Development students using appreciative advising.
• Conduct weekly individual and group meetings.
• Assist in developing support services for retention.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Program planning

Computer skills

Bilingual proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Google Suite

Brightspace

Peoplesoft

Starfish

Microsoft 365

Job description

University of Rhode Island is hiring a Coordinator (Talent Development). The role involves providing academic advising to Talent Development students through individual and group sessions, supporting student retention and timely graduation by developing collaborative relationships and coordinating support services.

Highlights

• Provide academic advisement for Talent Development students using appreciative advising.
• Conduct weekly individual and group meetings and Progress Check Point evaluations with students.
• Assist in developing and coordinating support services for transition, first year experience, and retention.
• Maintain confidential records and a network of resources to support student success.
• Represent Talent Development on university committees and assist with scholastic standing reviews.
• Support parent and family engagement and manage social media accounts relevant to student leadership development.
• Use personal and university-issued computers, database management, and spreadsheet software.
• Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, at least three years of relevant experience, strong verbal and written communication skills, program planning experience, computer skills, and the ability to work with diverse populations.
• Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree, bilingual proficiency, experience with academic advising and specific software such as Google Suite, Brightspace, Peoplesoft, Starfish, and Microsoft 365.
• Anticipated hiring salary range: $47,768 - $54,000; full-time, permanent position in the Talent Development department at the University of Rhode Island.