Director, Academic Success & Retention Programs

Lamar University

Beaumont (TX)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 135,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance
Life insurance
Texas Retirement plans
Tuition assistance for employees

Job summary

Lamar University’s Center for Academic Success (CAS) Director leads strategic development, assessment, and continuous improvement of academic support and transition services for undergraduates. The role oversees programs, hires and trains staff, and collaborates with campus partners to boost student persistence and graduation outcomes.

The Director manages budgets, reports program outcomes, and guides policy development.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
  • At least five (5) years of experience in academic support, instructional support, or student supports services in the education setting.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all CAS programming, activities, and initiatives.
  • Oversee hiring, training, and supervision of CAS staff.
  • Partner with campus administrators to advance visibility and impact of CAS programs.
  • Assess and evaluate effectiveness through data and performance metrics.
  • Develop and implement policies for CAS programs and activities.
  • Promote professional development for CAS staff and retention personnel.
  • Monitor CAS budgets, expenditures, and assets.

Skills

Leadership
Budgeting
Staff supervision
Data analysis
Program evaluation
Collaboration
Policy development
Student services

Education

Bachelor’s degree
Master’s degree preferred

Tools

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Job description

Lamar University’s Center for Academic Success (CAS) Director leads strategic development, assessment, and continuous improvement of academic support and transition services for undergraduates. The role oversees programs, hires and trains staff, and collaborates with campus partners to boost student persistence and graduation outcomes.

The Director manages budgets, reports program outcomes, and guides policy development.

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