Student Success Coach II: College & Career Planning

Texas A&M University System; Kingsville (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Tuition assistance

Travel opportunities up to 65%

Job summary

Texas A&M University–Kingsville is seeking an Academic Success Coach II to support participants in achieving secondary and post-secondary education goals. The role emphasizes individualized planning, advising, and coordination of workshops, events, and field activities to promote college readiness and success.

The position requires strong interpersonal skills, program coordination, and travel to designated counties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience in student support services, advising, or educational programs.
• Experience advising students on college admissions and financial aid processes.

Responsibilities

• Creates purposeful interactions between students and academic institutions to develop individualized, student-centered educational plans.
• Assesses academic and supportive needs of participants to promote student success.
• Provides goal-oriented advising prior to or during the first year to foster informed choices in students’ educational planning.
• Suggests and directs access to university resources relevant to career investigation.
• Assists students in understanding academic studies, curriculum requirements, and the relationship between majors and careers.
• Maintains student records and ensures accurate documentation.
• Implements early intervention strategies, including follow-up support for at-risk students.
• Provides guidance and completion assistance with college admissions, financial aid, scholarship requirements, and other funding options.
• Promotes and directs students to resources for career exploration and planning.
• Coordinates and participates in recruitment events at designated target counties.
• Assists in planning and coordinating workshops, resource fairs and summer components.
• Maintains program records and supports annual performance reporting.

Skills

Student advising

Case management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Tools

Office software (Word/Excel)

Job description

Texas A&M University–Kingsville is seeking an Academic Success Coach II to support participants in achieving secondary and post-secondary education goals. The role emphasizes individualized planning, advising, and coordination of workshops, events, and field activities to promote college readiness and success.

The position requires strong interpersonal skills, program coordination, and travel to designated counties.