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Student Success Specialist

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Student Success Specialist

Date: July 1, 2019
Title: Student Success Specialist

Responsibilities:

  • Develop the curriculum, teach multiple sections and assess the effectiveness of Success Strategies 101 and J-Term Jump Start; train and support additional instructors and peer leaders.
  • Plan and implement all student communications about probation program requirements.
  • Provide coaching to a caseload of probation students and coordinates coaching for all students on probation. This includes training other coaches and tracking of coaching activities.
  • Conduct outreach and intervention for at-risk students; manage support for students identified through early alerts and grade reports; participate in CSS and Registrar efforts to encourage registration for students who miss their registration periods.
  • Maintain current knowledge of theories and best practices for supporting student success.
  • Participate in significant campus activities, such as open houses, Honors Convocation, and Commencement Weekend.
  • Maintain good customer service standards.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college, university, or technical school with at 1-3 years’ of experience.
  • Experience with individual coaching or counseling of students (high school or college).
  • Knowledge of best practices in student retention and success.
  • Ability to work in partnership with colleagues and faculty.
  • Strong writing and verbal skills.
  • Commitment to working with diverse individuals.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel; and Google Drive/Documents.
  • Clean driving record with a valid driver’s license.

Organization

Character
Hartwick College is a private liberal arts and sciences college of 1,193 students, located in Oneonta, NY, in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains. Hartwick's expansive curriculum emphasizes an experiential approach to the liberal arts. Through personalized teaching, collaborative research, a distinctive January Term, a wide range of internships, and many study-abroad opportunities, Hartwick ensures that students are prepared for not just their first jobs, but for the world ahead. A Three-Year Bachelor's Degree Program and strong financial aid and scholarship offerings keep a Hartwick education affordable.

Campus and Location
Hartwick's beautiful 425-acre campus is located in Oneonta, NY, in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains. The campus literally is built into the side of Oyaron Hill and has a breathtaking view of the Susquehanna River Valley. Our Pine Lake Environmental Campus is eight miles from the main campus. Oneonta has been ranked as a top ten college town in the nation.

Academics
There's lots of food for thought:  Hartwick's top five majors are nursing, business administration, psychology, biology, and criminal justice, and there's so much more to explore. You have access to 45 courses of study, four pre-professional programs, six cooperative programs, and certifications. Hartwick's Three-Year Bachelor's Degree Program is a unique and exciting opportunity allowing qualified students to benefit from our strong liberal arts education and special experiential learning opportunities. More about Hartwick's academic programs.

Study Abroad and Off-Campus Study
Hartwick students travel everywhere, from Italy to India, for January Term, semester-long, or year-long programs. Approximately 60% of Hartwick students study abroad during their undergraduate years, making Hartwick 2nd in the nation among baccalaureate colleges for the percentage of students who study abroad. More about Hartwick's nationally recognized off-campus programs.

Athletics
Hartwick sponsors 18 intercollegiate teams, 8 for men and 10 for women. Hartwick sports compete at the NCAA Division III level. Many of Hartwick's Division III teams participate in the Empire 8 conference. Hartwick also sponsors a spirit team which includes cheerleading, a dance team, and Swoop, the official mascot of the Hartwick College athletic programs. More about Hartwick Athletics.

Costs & Financial Aid
We commit more than $60 million in comprehensive aid and more than $32 million in Hartwick scholarships and grants. This financial contribution to our students reflects how much we believe in the educational experience we provide and in our students’ potential to progress the world forward. A financial aid counselor will tailor a plan that best fits your family’s needs, and the same counselor will work with you throughout your or your student’s entire time at Hartwick. More on affordability & financial aid.

Accreditation
Hartwick College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education MSCHE or "Middle States"), and the NY State Board of Regents. Individual programs that have specialized accreditation are Art (National Association of Schools of Art & Design (NASAD)), Music (National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)), Nursing (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), and Chemistry (American Chemical Society (ACS)). More on accreditation.

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