TRIO Success Coach

St. Catherine University; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

403b retirement plan

Job summary

St. Catherine University in Saint Paul seeks a full-time TRIO Success Coach to serve as the primary academic advisor for TRIO SSS students and to develop programming that advances student success.

You will coordinate with campus partners, maintain participant records, and contribute to program evaluation and reporting, while supporting access to financial aid, career development, and high-impact opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling, Student Affairs, or related field.
• Undergraduate academic advising or related experience.
• Experience supporting TRIO SSS-eligible students (low-income, first-generation, and students with disabilities).
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects while maintaining high-contact relationships with students.

Responsibilities

• Manage and advise caseload of 60-70 TRIO SSS participants.
• Deliver proactive advising services to participants; refer to appropriate campus offices.
• Communicate with participants’ faculty and academic support staff to surface and remediate challenges.
• Design individual student success plans and track progress against goals and program expectations.
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver enrichment events supporting student success.
• Coordinate with offices to provide co-curricular activities and opportunities.
• Assist with recruitment and eligibility screening for participants.
• Present information about the TRIO SSS program to audiences on and off campus; update participant files.
• Assist director with data collection to support program reporting.
• Participate in Academic Advising, TRIO SSS, and related meetings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Google Workspace

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field

Tools

Job description

The SPREE - Grants Program at St. Catherine University invites applications for a full-time TRIO Success Coach position.

The TRIO Success Coach will fulfill the role as described in the TRIO SSS grant, serving as the primary academic advisor for assigned TRIO SSS students, developing and implementing programming for TRIO SSS students, and supporting program operations including outreach, recordkeeping, and evaluation. The Success Coach will employ a holistic approach, including financial aid support; resource referrals; graduate education preparation; support accessing community-engaged learning, career development, global studies, and other high-impact opportunities; and consideration of how other aspects of students’ lives affect academics.

The TRIO Success Coach will:

• Manage and advise caseload of 60-70 TRIO SSS participants.
• Deliver proactive advising services to participants. Refer to appropriate campus offices based on assessed need.
• Communicate with participants’ faculty and academic support staff to surface and remediate any challenges or concerns.
• Design individual student success plans. Document and track student progress against agreed upon goals and program expectations outlined in success plans.
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver enrichment events that support student success.
• Coordinate with Student Accessibility and Accommodations, Career Development, Office for Scholarly Engagement, Financial Literacy, Centers for Equity and Belonging, and other offices/programs to provide co-curricular activities and opportunities for participants.
• Support major processes required to accomplish grant goals. Assist with recruitment and eligibility screening for program participants.
• Present information about the TRIO SSS program to relevant audiences on and off campus. Regularly update participant files to maintain complete and accurate program records.
• Assist director with data collection to support program reporting requirements.
• Participate in regular Academic Advising, TRIO SSS , and other relevant meetings.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling, Student Affairs, or a related field.
• Undergraduate academic advising or related experience.
• Experience supporting student populations similar to TRIO SSS -eligible students (low-income, first-generation,
• and students with disabilities).
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workplace.
• Ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects while maintaining high-contact relationships with students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience advising students in TRIO programs.
• Experience applying academic advising approaches and retention best practices in higher education.
• Three or more years of experience within a college or university advising, career, tutoring, or related
• department.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver workshops and training.

EEO Statement

We seek creative, adaptable staff who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes cultural diversity, multicultural understanding, and cultural fluency. Consistent with the university’s commitment to women, diversity, and social justice, preference will be given to candidates who manifest these themes in their experience and service.

St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to "love of neighbor without distinction" and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of all religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at [e-mail] or 651-690-6565.

Compensation

Annual wage is $42,474 - $49,500depending on qualifications and experience.

The salary range listed reflects a good-faith estimate of what we reasonably anticipate to pay for this position, based on market data and internal equity, at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, and other relevant factors. St. Catherine reserves the right to modify or adjust compensation depending on University needs.

Benefits

Employees at St. Kate’s feel a deep connection to the University’s Mission and Vision, and they live their values at work. Benefits available to full-time employees include:

• Fourteen (14) paid holidays and paid "gift" days when the University is closed.
• Free tuition for employees and reduced tuition for their families after one year of service
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 403b retirement plan access

Specific information on all of our available benefits for full-time employees can be found HERE.

2004 Randolph Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55105
800-945-4599
651-690-6000