Student Transition and Pathway Coordinator

Undisclosed; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition waiver

Annual leave

Job summary

NDSCS is seeking a Pathway Program Coordinator in Fargo to serve as the primary contact for the Pathway Program and related student transition initiatives. You will provide academic advising and support while expanding pathway opportunities to improve access, persistence, transfer, and degree completion.

You will collaborate with NDSU partners, faculty, counselors, and Student Success staff to enhance the student experience, monitor outcomes, and propose process improvements for program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Social Science, Business, Communications, Liberal Arts, or closely related field.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to students'/departments' needs.
• Proficient with MS-Office or similar software.
• Experience collaborating with students and staff in a team setting.
• Experience working with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary NDSCS contact for Pathway Program and related student transition initiatives.
• Provide academic advising and student support services to support access, persistence, transfer, and degree completion.
• Collaborate with NDSU partners, faculty, counselors, and Student Success staff to enhance the student experience.
• Monitor outcomes, identify opportunities to expand pathways, and recommend process improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

MS-Office proficiency

Team collaboration

Diversity experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Social Science, Business, Communications, Liberal Arts

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Campus Connection

Job description

Full-time, 12-month, benefited position

This position serves as the primary NDSCS contact for the Pathway Program and related student transition initiatives in Fargo. The Student Transition and Pathway Coordinator provides academic advising and student support services while leading the coordination, assessment, enhancement, and expansion of pathway opportunities that support student access, persistence, transfer, and degree completion.

The position collaborates closely with NDSU partners, faculty, academic counselors, and Student Success staff to ensure a seamless student experience. The Coordinator develops and maintains relationships with community partners, identifies opportunities to expand pathway programming, monitors student outcomes, and recommends process improvements that enhance program effectiveness and student success.

Minimum Requirements

Must support the mission, vision, and values of NDSCS

• Bachelors degree in Education, Psychology, Social Science, Business, Communications, Liberal Arts, or a closely related field
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and adapt to needs of students/departments
• Ability to efficiently use MS-Office or similar software
• Demonstrated ability to work professionally and collaboratively with students and staff in a team setting
• Experience working with diverse populations

Preferred Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of higher education and student development
• Professional academic advising experience with undergraduate students
• Experience with technology programs and software packages related to student information systems (e.g. Campus Connection)
• Working knowledge of student-related FERPA regulations
• A Masters degree (M.A., M.S., etc.) in counseling and guidance, higher education, psychology, social work, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution of higher education

SALARY

$55,000-$62,000, commensurate with education and experience

BENEFITS

NDSCS offers a comprehensive benefits package with an estimated value of over $25,000. The package includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the College with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following the date of hire. Other benefits include basic life insurance, annual and sick leave, retirement plan, tuition waiver, spouse/dependent tuition discount, and employee assistance program. Optional benefits include life, dental, and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans.

DATE AVAILABLE

As arranged

SCREENING BEGINS

Immediately for full consideration, applications should be received as soon as possible.

BACKGROUND CHECK

NDSCS requires a successful background check for the selected candidate prior to an official offer of the position.

VETERANS PREFERENCE

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements and follows NDUS Policy 601.0 Veterans' Preference. An NBG 22 or DD-214 must be provided if claiming veterans' preference. If claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months must also be submitted.

OPEN RECORDS

Pursuant to N.D.C.C. Section 44-04-18, except as otherwise specifically provided by law, all records of NDSCS are public records, open and accessible for inspection during regular office hours. NDSCS shall comply with public records laws and will not disclose information that is considered exempt under the public records laws.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

NDSCS is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact NDSCS Human Resources at 701-671-2903 or [e-mail]

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

NDSCS does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, gender identity/expression, genetic information, marital status, national or ethnic original, mental or physical disability, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, familial or parental status, status as a U.S. veteran/service member, or participation in lawful activity off the employers premises during nonworking hours which is not in direct conflict with the essential business related interests of the employer.