Job Title: Coordinator of Student Retention Activities
Location: Savannah State Recruiting Loc
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 276446
About Us

Savannah State University established in 1890, is the first public historically black college or university in the state of Georgia and the first institution of higher learning in the city of Savannah. The university's students select majors from four colleges — Business Administration, Education, Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, and Sciences and Technology. The campus is by far the most picturesque in the state of Georgia. The moss-laden sweeping oak trees, expansive marsh and historic architecture create a resplendent yet tranquil atmosphere. Beneath the beauty and splendor is a vibrant residential campus bursting at the seams with the vim and vigor of quality collegiate life: relevant academic majors, engaging lectures, cutting-edge research, quality student-faculty engagement and a nurturing environment.

Department Information

This position is in the Center for Student Success and Retention which is within the Division of Enrollment Management.

Job Summary

The Coordinator of Student Retention Activities coordinates collegewide student retention initiatives. This position is instrumental to the outreach and programming for students who have left the University but have outstanding academic requirements to complete before graduating. This position works closely with campus constituents to address the retention of students who may not meet federal guidelines for satisfactory academic performance. This position assists the enrollment management team in their efforts to attract, retain and graduate students.

This is a grant funded position and continued employment is contingent upon availability of funding.

NOTE: In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not offer sponsorship for employment visas.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and evaluates new and continuing retention programs and services in collaboration with Enrollment Management.

• Creates, evaluates, distributes, and maintains data on student retention and completion. Establishes plans of action to address negative attrition/retention patterns and to enhance positive patterns of enrollment.

• Assists with the outreach and monitoring of students who are not making satisfactory academic progress under the federal aid guidelines.

• Assists the registrar¿s office with monitoring the progress of students who participate in graduation ceremonies and have outstanding academic requirements to complete.

• Coordinates the outreach and monitoring of students who have stopped out in a previous year or 4 terms.

• Oversees the processes of the University¿s faculty alert program and progress reports.

• Participates in various departmental, campus, and University events on initiatives related to retention and student success.

• Assists with the preparation of the University data assessments and state and federal reports.

• Works with the marketing and communications office on relevant needs regarding retention.

• Assists with developing, implementing, and evaluating appropriate goals and objectives in the University¿s long-range plan.

• May be required to perform job-related duties other than those specifically delineated in this position

Required Qualifications

• Master¿s degree from an accredited University with at least four (4) years of work experience at a college or university.
• Experience with spreadsheets and databases
• Experience coordinating student programming

Preferred Qualifications

• Master¿s degree in psychology, counseling, or higher education

• Five (5) years of advising or retention experience at a college or University.

Proposed Salary

The proposed salary range is $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 annually.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge and skills related to student development services and programs
• Skilled with computers and various applications such as Microsoft Office to include advanced knowledge of spreadsheets and databases
• Skilled in communication (interpersonal, oral and written)
• Ability to remain professional with a positive orientation toward customer service

Apply Before Date

For best consideration, apply before November 5, 2024.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources at hr@savannahstate.edu. For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251.2644, or by email at oneusgsupport@usg.edu

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Savannah State University's Core Values: T.I.G.E.R

• Teamwork is our distinction. Through mutual support, cooperation, encouragement, and shared goals, we at SSU believe that by working together, our university family of student, faculty, staff, alums and community supporters are serving and advancing our institution.
• Integrity as we will act honestly, fairly, impartially, unbiased and ethically, creating a trust that is evident in all University activities and decision-making.
• Greatness in our transformation and wisdom as we maximize the potential in each student through a nurturing environment in which our resources are safeguarded, and we are good stewards of the human, intellectual, physical, and fiscal resources given to our care.
• Excellence is our campus standard. Through the performance of campus duties, a commitment to the greatness of teaching and learning, scholarship, student engagement, stewardship and tradition, SSU will continue to be the catalyst for innovation and discovery.
• Respect through recognizing the inherent dignity and rights of every person. We will do our utmost to fulfill our resulting responsibility to treat each person with fairness, compassion and decency.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Savannah State University, as determined by Savannah State University, its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Savannah State University, as determined by Savannah State University, its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Savannah State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Savannah State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Savannah State University, Office of Human Resources at hr@savannahstate.edu. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@savannahstate.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Savannah State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Savannah State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Savannah State University, Office of Human Resources at hr@savannahstate.edu. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@savannahstate.edu.

Special Applicant Instructions

• Applicants must include a list containing the name, e-mail address and telephone number for three (3) professional references (e.g. supervisor, mentor, colleague).

• Applicants must upload transcript(s) with the application.Unofficial are acceptable.Official transcript(s) required upon hire.