Student Success Coordinator

Denver Seminary; Colorado; On-site; USD 20,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vibrant Christian community

Opportunity to shape future leaders

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Denver Seminary is seeking a part-time Student Success Coordinator to support the academic advising and student engagement efforts of the Student Success team. This role involves managing communication, coordinating events, and assisting students in accessing vital resources.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, strong administrative and interpersonal skills, and a commitment to our community values. Join a vibrant Christian community dedicated to fostering student success.

Qualifications

• Strong writing skills, editing skills, and proofreading abilities.
• Ability to manage communication and event logistics effectively.
• Experience in an office setting and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support the Student Success team with communication and resources.
• Coordinate with internal teams for student support.
• Manage the Student Life email account and resources.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Detail-oriented

Administrative skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Website design and maintenance

Job description

Job Title: Student Success Coordinator (Part-Time, 20 hours per week)

Reports To: Dean of Student Success

Location: Essential On Campus

Pay: $18.08 to $21.92

About Denver Seminary

Denver Seminary is a multidenominational graduate school committed to preparing men and women to engage the needs of the world with the redemptive power of the gospel and the life-changing truth of Scripture. Through rigorous educational programs and a mentoring-focused community, the Seminary challenges students to grow spiritually, intellectually, and professionally, equipping them to lead God’s people in accomplishing His mission in the world.

What You’ll Do

• Support a culture of care and innovation within the Student Success team (academic advising, student engagement, student care) by helping manage communication, event logistics, and student-facing resources.
• Coordinate with internal teams (Registrar, Admissions, Student Accounts) to ensure smooth and responsive support for students across departments.
• Use organizational and communication skills to help promote student services and events that encourage connection, belonging, and academic progress.

Why You’ll Love it Here

• You’ll join a vibrant Christian community dedicated to God’s transformative work, both inside and outside the classroom.
• You’ll shape the next generation of ministry leaders and counselors by offering compassionate care, high-quality support, and a clear path to graduation.
• You’ll belong to a collaborative team that values integrity, spiritual formation, and a passion for gospel-driven service.

General Statement of Job Function

As an active member of the Student Life and Enrollment Management (SLEM) and Student Life Department, the Student Success Coordinator performs critical administrative functions and provides support to the Dean of Student Success and the Student Life team. This position requires skill in administrative detail management and is extensively involved in written and verbal communication within the seminary community and with public constituents on behalf of the SLEM Department.

This is a part-time (20 hours per week) position.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates with the Associate Director of Student Engagement to implement the Student Life communication strategy which includes the distribution of the weekly e-newsletter, management of the campus screen content, administrative upkeep of the student facing resources, collaboration with the Student Leadership Board, and creating and sending special event mailers for Student Success events and announcements.
• Provides part-time coverage of the SLEM front desk and phone lines (Monday-Friday, 12:30-5 pm); coordinates with the Enrollment Coordinator to ensure full desk coverage. Organizes and executes the daily front desk closing procedures and support coverage of the front reception area on a daily/weekly basis.
• Manages the Student Life email account and the associated job and housing board resources.
• Serves as the primary liaison to third-party organizations, ministries, and businesses whose services can benefit students, including the upkeep of on-campus bulletin boards.
• Performs administrative responsibilities for the Dean of Student Success and the Student Life team, such as meeting management, report generation, file maintenance, and document upkeep of Student Success policies and procedures.
• Maintains and facilitates the Student Life Website.
• Assists in coordinating the departmental budget by keeping records on spending and completing credit card approvals for Student Life.
• Participates in the facilitation of student events (such as orientation and other student-facing events).
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean of Student Success and the Associate Director of Student Engagement

Education/Training

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Qualifications

• A committed personal relationship with Jesus Christ is required and a lifestyle consistent with the Seminary’s Community Values and Behavioral Commitments
• Agreement with Denver Seminary’s statement of faith
• Prior experience in an office setting and working on a team
• Developed interpersonal skills. Ability and commitment to discern and maintain confidentiality
• Strong writing skills, editing skills, and proofreading abilities are required
• Experience in website design and maintenance
• Design expertise is strongly preferred to ensure brand consistency and a compelling aesthetic for Student Life communication
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form
• Administrative skills, such as typing, filing, and experience with standard office equipment is required
• Ability to work within established deadlines and to self-appoint deadlines when necessary
• Self-driven and motivated: The role will require the ability to drive tasks and responsibilities with autonomy and clarity of purpose.
• Written and verbal skills: The ability to write and speak clearly and articulately is necessary to present professional and friendly communication to constituents (students, outside inquiries, etc.).
• Detail oriented and timely follow-through: The role will necessitate a keen eye for detail in completing projects and tasks to provide excellent and efficient work without extensive management or review of work.
• Passionate and knowledgeable about Student Life and Enrollment Management: A strong desire to continue and improve the priorities of Student Life and Enrollment Management.
• Hospitality: The students and the staff are the customers being served in this role, prioritizing a hospitable environment as a core value.

Denver Seminary prepares men and women to engage the needs of the world with the redemptive power of the Gospel and the life-changing truth of Scripture. Through our educational programs and mentoring process, the Seminary challenges students to grow spiritually, intellectually, and professional to lead God’s people in the accomplishment of His mission in the world. The Student Success Coordinator supports this mission by the:

Outcomes

• Adequate and appropriate administrative and project support is provided to the Dean of Student Success and the Student Life team, which produces a well-organized team and a student-friendly model for engaging students.
• Clear pathways that allow students to access services and resources that are advertised.
• Attends and contributes to departmental and institution-wide staff meetings and supports the Seminary’s overarching strategic framework.

Typical Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Normal office working conditions, including computer usage, may require occasional standing, walking, long periods of sitting, climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Equal Opportunity & Faith Commitment

Denver Seminary is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence in all areas of ministry and operations. As a faith-based institution, Denver Seminary exercises its legal rights to prefer candidates who affirm and support our Statement of Faith and Community Values, consistent with applicable religious exemptions under federal law.

Accommodation:Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Applicants who require accommodation during the application process should contact Human Resources.

Note:Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States and successful completion of a background check.

Ready To Join Us?

If you’re passionate about Kingdom work and love turning strategy into action, we invite you to apply.