Graduate Programs Recruitment and Student Success Lead

mines; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado School of Mines is seeking a Graduate Program Specialist within the Office of Graduate Studies to support recruitment, enrollment management, and student success across graduate programs.

The role involves advising graduate students, managing admissions for certificates and Master's programs, and collaborating with multiple campus offices to ensure timely progress toward degree completion.

Responsibilities

• Advise graduate students on coursework, degree requirements, policies, and deadlines.
• Serve as primary contact for graduate students through admission to graduation.
• Guide students through thesis/dissertation processes and graduation requirements.
• Counsel on policies, timelines, and resources (financial aid, housing, billing, enrollment verification).
• Advocate for students and process petitions, grade changes, and degree paperwork.
• Maintain accurate graduate records, track progress, and generate required reports.
• Monitor enrollment with Registrar to resolve registration issues.
• Provide timely information on opportunities, policies, and professional development.
• Utilize Mines Graduate Catalog and OGS policies to support degree completion for certificates and 4+1 programs.
• Maintain organized electronic records for files, surveys, and operations.
• Participate in admissions outreach and travel for fairs, conferences, and partner institutions.

Job description

Colorado School of Mines is seeking a Graduate Program Specialist within the Office of Graduate Studies to support recruitment, enrollment management, and student success across graduate programs.

The role involves advising graduate students, managing admissions for certificates and Master's programs, and collaborating with multiple campus offices to ensure timely progress toward degree completion.