Student Success & Transition Programs Coordinator

Florida Gulf Coast University; North Lake Village (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coordinator, Retention & Transition Programs at FGCU supports the planning, coordination, implementation, and assessment of retention initiatives, including new student orientation, the summer bridge program, and family engagement efforts, while contributing to new program development.

This role coordinates logistics, prepares materials and schedules, communicates with campus partners, assists with program delivery, and helps assess effectiveness to promote student success and academic

Qualifications

• Four years of directly related full-time experience or a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization.
• Experience operating a personal computer and proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the planning, coordination, implementation, documentation, and assessment of retention and transition programs within the department's portfolio.
• Supports day-to-day program operations by coordinating logistics, maintaining timelines, preparing materials, and assisting with event and program execution.
• Contributes to the enhancement of existing programs and the development of new initiatives by researching best practices, drafting program components, and assisting with pilot efforts.
• Collaborates with campus and community partners, including faculty, staff, and student leaders, to support aligned retention and transition programming.
• Assists with the development and administration of program assessment tools; collects, compiles, and summarizes data to support program improvement.
• Supports campus-wide initiatives that promote student engagement and persistence, including Weeks of Welcome, Eagle EXPO, and Say Yes to the Nest.

Skills

Student information systems

FERPA knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Public speaking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Coordinator, Retention & Transition Programs at FGCU supports the planning, coordination, implementation, and assessment of retention initiatives, including new student orientation, the summer bridge program, and family engagement efforts, while contributing to new program development.

This role coordinates logistics, prepares materials and schedules, communicates with campus partners, assists with program delivery, and helps assess effectiveness to promote student success and academic