Health Science Pathway Retention Specialist

Broward College; Florida; On-site; USD 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable High Quality Healthcare

FRS Pension Plan or Investment Plan

Wellness Program

Vacation/Paid Time Off

Winter and Spring Break Off

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Assistance and Tuition Reimbur

Job summary

Broward College seeks a Health Science Pathway Retention Specialist to support Health Foundation of South Florida grant activities. The role involves direct service to Health Science Pathway students, case management, and facilitation of workshops to boost retention.

Work is under limited supervision within the Nursing Administration department, with potential annual renewal based on program sustainability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Eight years of relevant experience.
• Ability to review academic progression and connect students to resources.
• Strong communication and coordination skills for workshops and retention activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to promote retention and academic success for Health Science Pathway students.
• Review academic progression and connect students with resources and sources.
• Coordinate delivery of student success workshops and promote participation.
• Facilitate engagement in academic and career planning activities and college policies.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Student engagement

Case management

Liaison with resources

Public speaking

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Equivalent experience/education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Specialized computer systems

Job description

Job Profile Summary

Under limited supervision, this frontline, student engagement position serves the Health Foundation of South Florida grant at Broward College to provide direct service and support to current Health Science Pathway students using a case management approach. Under direction from the Dean of Allied Health or the Dean, Nursing Administrator, the Health Science Pathway Retention Specialist will provide information regarding the College’s programs and services, facilitate student engagement in academic and career planning activities, student success skills, college policies and procedures, and student activities that contribute to retention. This is a temporary position with the possibility for annual renewal based on sustainability of the program. This is a temporary position. The program is a 2-year program. The incumbent is subject to annual performance evaluations.

Minimum Education

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.

Minimum Experience/Training

• Eight years of relevant experience.

Essential Functions

• Daily - 45%: Provides support services for students to promote retention and academic success. Responsible for reviewing academic progression for Allied Health or Nursing students, making classroom appearances in the applicable classes each term (connecting in person when possible and virtually if necessary) with students at the request of the student, faculty member, CTE advisor, Associate Dean, or Dean or when academic progression is not as expected. Connects students with available resources directly, taking student to the source of the needed resource whenever possible. Serves as a liaison between students and resources, such as those offered by Seahawk Outreach Services
• Daily - 20%: Collects, evaluates, and maintains student data and program data to assure that students are on track.
• Semester Basis - 20%: Coordinates delivery of student success workshops, promoting workshops to students, liaison with faculty or other workshop providers.
• Other - 10%: Facilitates student engagement in academic and career planning activities, student success skills, college policies and procedures, and student activities that contribute to retention.
• Other - 5%: Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to assess situations, utilize problem solving techniques and make sound judgments.
• In-depth functional knowledge and expertise in area of specialization and general knowledge of related areas in the College
• Ability to perform complex administrative analysis with only general supervision
• Strong diagnostic, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent coordination and communication skills used appropriately influence the decision-making of individuals and groups at all levels in the College
• Ability to plan and manage own work flow, priorities and results accomplishment
• Requires the ability to present and disseminate data to various levels
• Requires advanced knowledge of computerized systems and operating environments i.e. Microsoft Office Products and specialized computer systems
• Ability to interact and effectively communicate with employee and student populations

Our Culture

• At Broward College, our leaders embody a culture of competence, care, character, composure, and courage. We prioritize serving each other and our students through high-quality guidance, mutual respect, resilience, and fair, thoughtful decision-making, all while upholding the values of integrity, transparency, and honesty.

Broward College offers an exceptional benefits package, including, but not limited to:

• Affordable High Quality Healthcare Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Options – Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or the FRS Investment Plan
• Wellness Program
• Vacation/Paid Time Off
• Winter and Spring Break Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement are available to employees and family members

Job Title

Health Science Pathway Retention Specialist

Position Number

P0092258

Job Status

Full time Temporary

Department

Nursing Administration

Location

North Campus

Pay Grade

716

Salary

$58,190 - $68,373 (Salary commensurate with education and experience)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday/Varies/Week-ends

Hours Per Week

40

Posting End Date

Open Until Filled

Designated Essential Personnel

No

FLSA Status

Exempt

Position Classification

Professional Technical Staff (PTS)

Special Instructions To Applicant

Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline. All required documentation must be received on or before the job posting end date.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the required background screening process.

Broward College uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 Form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification. For inquiries regarding Title IX and the college’s non-discrimination policies, contact the Vice President for Talent and Culture at 954-201-7449, Broward College, 6400 NW 6th Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309. Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact the Talent and Culture Department at [e-mail].

Disclaimer

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted of describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related education/experience beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Broward College reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.