Student Success Programs Lead

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays and time off

Tuition benefit program

Health and retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Minnesota seeks a Student Success Associate to manage administrative and program functions for the Office of Undergraduate Education. You will coordinate events, oversee front desk operations in Bruininks Hall, and support HR and purchasing tasks while supervising student staff.

Ideal candidates have strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced educational setting.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree or equivalent education and work experience.
• Experience in administrative, program, or event coordination.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple timelines.
• Proficient with Google Workspace and electronic calendaring.
• Exceptional customer service supporting undergraduates and staff.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Event and Program Management: lead planning, budgeting, and evaluation for trainings and conferences.
• Coordinate logistics: venue, catering, tech, RSVPs, setup, materials.
• Maintain records to ensure policy compliance.
• Develop budget proposals and project future costs.
• Manage vendor contracts and negotiate terms.
• Oversee front desk operations and supervise student staff.
• HR & Financial Operations: process purchases and HR requests; manage hiring workflow.
• Additional admin tasks: maintain resources, calendars, and responses; support committees.

Skills

Administrative coordination

Event planning

Budgeting

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

BA/BS degree or equivalent

Job description

The University of Minnesota seeks a Student Success Associate to manage administrative and program functions for the Office of Undergraduate Education. You will coordinate events, oversee front desk operations in Bruininks Hall, and support HR and purchasing tasks while supervising student staff.

Ideal candidates have strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced educational setting.