Graduate Success Coach - Online Programs

Oral Roberts University; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Oral Roberts University is seeking a Graduate Success Coach for Online Programs to serve as the primary contact for a cohort of online graduate learners, guiding them through university processes and helping them achieve their educational goals. You will provide hands-on support, monitor progress, and develop personalized success plans with students.

The role emphasizes proactive communication, relationship-building, and collaboration with internal departments to enhance online student outcomes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• Two years of related work experience in higher education, customer service or related field.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary representative of the University to online graduate learners.
• Monitors progress toward course registration and follows up as needed.
• Helps students develop personalized success plans and goals.
• Coordinates initiatives that promote student engagement among online learners.
• Maintains communication regarding course completion and progress toward degree.
• Builds connections between online learners and ORU culture and systems.
• Maintains working relationships with internal departments supporting online learners.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Discretion/confidentiality

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Customer service

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About Us

Oral Roberts University is a non-profit organization whose staff and faculty actually make a difference in the lives of its students. We pride ourselves on our culture and the values we uphold. Our team is passionate about what we do, and we want you to make us even better!

About Us

Oral Roberts University is a non-profit organization whose staff and faculty actually make a difference in the lives of its students. We pride ourselves on our culture and the values we uphold. Our team is passionate about what we do, and we want you to make us even better!

CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR ALL POSITIONS UNTIL FILLED.

Job Description

• FULL TIME

The Graduate Success Coach for Online Programs serves as the primary point of contact to a selected group of online graduate learners for the purpose of helping them navigate the University's processes and procedures, supporting them with completing their educational goals, and providing assistance to each student as needed.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary representative of the University to a designated group of graduate online learners, acting as their main point of contact and advocate. Provides hands‑on support to help students navigate University processes and procedures.
• Monitors each student’s progress toward course registration each term, addressing questions and resolving issues as they arise. Conducts proactive outreach through calls, reminders, and follow‑up communication.
• Assists students in developing personalized success plans and setting realistic academic and personal goals. Builds strong relationships that foster meaningful, developmental conversations and motivates students to achieve their educational objectives.
• Coordinates and supports initiatives that promote student engagement among online learners. Encourages participation and connects students with available resources and services to address challenges.
• Maintains proactive communication regarding course completion, enrollment‑related matters, and progress toward degree completion.
• Cultivates strong connections between online learners and ORU, helping students understand and engage with the University’s culture and systems.
• Builds and maintains effective working relationships with internal departments that support online learners, ensuring clear communication and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required. Masters preferred.
• Two (2) years of related work experience in higher education, customer service or related field required.

Skills & Abilities

• Must be computer‑literate, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. The ability to speak multiple languages is a plus.
• Must have excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and be able to articulate information verbally and in writing.
• Must have an eye for detail due to the need for accurate record keeping/recording of personal, monetary, and time‑sensitive related information.
• Must be self‑motivated, driven to meet goals, possess a strong work ethic, and be able to prioritize.
• Must have the ability to exercise discretionary judgment.
• Excellent problem‑solving, leadership, and time‑management skills are a must.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality at all times regarding both student records and internally sensitive information.
• Must have the ability to work both as a team member and independently; use sound judgment regarding organizational and departmental regulations, procedures, and policies; quickly establish and maintain rapport with students, faculty, alumni, administration, and those from varying cultural backgrounds.
• Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks amid a fast‑paced, high‑demand work environment while always maintaining a professional demeanor.
• Must remain flexible with regard to external factors that may affect the work schedule.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Oral Roberts University promotes equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of differences in race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.