Student Retention & Success Specialist (Part-Time)

University of St. Francis; Joliet (IL); Vor Ort; USD 26.000 - 29.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of St. Francis is seeking a part-time Retention Specialist to support student retention across the university, reporting to the Provost. The role focuses on academic success, transition to college, and co-curricular/athletic responsibilities.

This temporary position for the 2026-2027 academic year may or may not be extended, and will require collaboration with campus partners to promote retention-focused outcomes.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Commitment to serving students with positive relationships.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and understanding of FERPA.
• Willingness to collaborate across units.
• Ability to work in a team and take initiative.
• Willingness to support Catholic and Franciscan values of the university.

Aufgaben

• Collaborate with Athletics, Student Affairs, academic departments, and campus partners to coordinate student support and connect students with services.
• Provide proactive support and early intervention for students by helping them navigate academic expectations and campus resources.
• Support retention and completion goals by coordinating timely outreach and contributing to retention-focused data review and follow-up.
• Monitor and respond to early alert referrals by communicating with faculty, staff, and coaches; conduct outreach to students and document follow-up actions.
• Provide general student support and create a welcoming community.
• Participate in and promote a culture of continuing quality improvement.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

FERPA knowledge

Cross-team collaboration

Initiative

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Jobbeschreibung

University of St. Francis is seeking a part-time Retention Specialist to support student retention across the university, reporting to the Provost. The role focuses on academic success, transition to college, and co-curricular/athletic responsibilities.

This temporary position for the 2026-2027 academic year may or may not be extended, and will require collaboration with campus partners to promote retention-focused outcomes.