Thompson Scholars Program Lead - Student Success & Events

Saginaw Valley State University; Kochville Township (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Saginaw Valley State University seeks a Thompson Scholar Program Coordinator to support student success through coaching, planning, and reporting. You will collaborate with the Registrar, Student Success, Admissions, Financial Aid, and Academic Advising to promote engagement and retention.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and experience in higher education. Strong communication, organizational, and Excel skills are essential, with attention to timelines and accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Relevant experience in a higher education environment (Registrar, Student Services, Counseling, Advising, Admissions, etc.).
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Experience and ability to positively interact with all members of the campus community.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Proactively contact incoming and current SVSU Thompson Scholars to provide support and advice that ensures their overall success within the Thompson Scholars Program.
• Provide support and resources to help students succeed academically, financially, and socially.
• Be accessible and responsive to Thompson Scholar needs, questions, and requests.
• Attend events and conferences with students and Thompson Foundation as needed.
• Anticipate and act on issues that may arise that could threaten student success in the Program.
• Organize and promote events for Thompson Scholars that build community and support the pillars of the Thompson Scholar program.
• Communicate with the Thompson Foundation in a professional and prompt manner.
• Manage accurate and timely reporting to the Thompson Foundation.
• Support the scholarship application, review and selection process.
• Manage communication with parents, families, and alumni of the Thompson Scholar program.
• Understand and administer the Thompson Scholar program requirements including student warning, probation, and appeal processes.
• Mentor and direct the work of the executive student board of the Thompson Scholar Organization.
• Ensure monthly reporting of Thompson Scholar program events, highlights, and news (including monthly newsletter) are shared with students, university leadership, and the Thompson Foundation.
• Assist in Registrar Office functions, including beginning of and end of term processes, graduation audit review, transfer course equivalency preparation, and other functions when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent written and oral

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Saginaw Valley State University seeks a Thompson Scholar Program Coordinator to support student success through coaching, planning, and reporting. You will collaborate with the Registrar, Student Success, Admissions, Financial Aid, and Academic Advising to promote engagement and retention.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and experience in higher education. Strong communication, organizational, and Excel skills are essential, with attention to timelines and accountability.