Student Transition & Belonging Coordinator

Fairfield Department of Health; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfield University seeks a Coordinator for Student Transition and Success to support underrepresented student groups, emphasizing transition-to-college and retention strategies. The role includes direct student support, event planning, and cross‑department collaboration to promote belonging and academic achievement.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) and 3+ years in higher education, with flexibility for evening/weekend work and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred in education, student affairs, or related field.
• 3+ years in higher education or related setting.
• Experience supporting students from first-generation and/or low-income backgrounds.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate events, build relationships across departments, and manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of issues affecting student retention and persistence.
• Ability to work evenings and occasional weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate key components of the Academic Immersion Program, including summer bridge planning and logistics.
• Lead efforts to support Fairfield Bellarmine students in their transition to Fairfield's main campus.
• Provide consistent, culturally aware student advising and mentorship.
• Track student participation and outcomes and assist in evaluation and reporting.
• Collaborate with Upward Bound to improve student transition pathways.
• Help build inclusive spaces that affirm students' identities and experiences.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Event coordination

Relationship building

Multitasking

Student retention knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Fairfield University seeks a Coordinator for Student Transition and Success to support underrepresented student groups, emphasizing transition-to-college and retention strategies. The role includes direct student support, event planning, and cross‑department collaboration to promote belonging and academic achievement.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) and 3+ years in higher education, with flexibility for evening/weekend work and strong communication skills.