Student Success Architect: TRIO SSS Advisor

North Iowa Area Community College; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Cross/BlueShield major medical

eye care

dental

life insurance

disability insurance

paid vacation

paid sick leave

retirement plans: IPERS or TIAA

Job summary

North Iowa Area Community College is seeking a TRIO SSS Specialist & Academic Advisor to assess participants' needs and provide holistic advising for educational, personal, and career goals. You will develop and implement individualized plans and connect students with resources to promote retention and success.

The role involves coordinating assessments, guiding academic planning, and collaborating with campus staff to support transfer readiness and student engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Services, Psychology or related field.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with the academic and developmental needs of students.
• PreferredMaster’s degree in Counseling, Student Affairs, Education, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design curriculum, provide workshop instruction and evaluation; assist in curriculum revisions.
• Coordinate financial, academic, career, and personal development assessments; develop progress plans.
• Maintain student records in compliance with regulations; support department operations and reporting.
• Co-advise TRIO/SRS clubs; promote student participation in events and transfer activities.
• Recruit, advise, and support participants; track learning outcomes and progress toward goals.
• Develop individualized academic plans and align progress with goals; engage students individually and in groups.

Skills

Advising

Student support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Human Services, Psychology or related field

Master’s degree in Counseling, Student Affairs, Education, or related field

Job description

North Iowa Area Community College is seeking a TRIO SSS Specialist & Academic Advisor to assess participants' needs and provide holistic advising for educational, personal, and career goals. You will develop and implement individualized plans and connect students with resources to promote retention and success.

The role involves coordinating assessments, guiding academic planning, and collaborating with campus staff to support transfer readiness and student engagement.