Academic Success Coordinator

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 23 Oct 2022

Posting Details
Posting Detail Information


Working Title Academic Success Coordinator
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Is this position eligible for hybrid or remote work?
Research Professional Position No
Posting Number 202201545AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title Prof/Indiv Contrib II
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week 40
Proposed Annual Salary Range $50,000-$52,000. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ & https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
Desired Start Date 12/01/2022
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 10/23/2022
Description of Work Unit
The Department of Animal Sciences has the unique mission of serving Colorado’s large and diverse livestock industries. Research, teaching and extension outreach activities in the Department of Animal Sciences focus on developing industry leaders and improving profitable production of horses and food animals through the application of science and technology, resource management and food product enhancement, with emphasis on addressing societal issues concerning food safety, product quality and value, animal care and management, and environmental impacts of animal agriculture.
Position Summary
The Department of Animal Sciences is seeking an Academic Success Coordinator (ASC) to strengthen ongoing departmental efforts to provide quality advising, enhance undergraduate student success, and support the campus priority for a diverse and supportive learning environment. This is a 12-month, full time, regular, administrative professional position located in the Student Success Center within the Department of Animal Sciences.
The primary functions of this position are to:
1) assist new students with a successful transition to the University;
2) promote exploration of academic goals/opportunities to ensure selection of an appropriate major;
3) work individually with Animal Sciences and Equine Sciences majors to develop, implement, and monitor a plan of study leading to timely graduation and eventual attainment of career goals;
4) foster student engagement with faculty mentors and departmental programs and activities, and
5) participate in department and college initiatives related to student engagement and advising.
As a member of the Student Success Team, the ASC will be supervised by the director of undergraduate programs, other advising staff (within the department and college), and the campus-wide ASC network. This position reports to the Department Head or their designee.
Required Job Qualifications
  • A completed bachelor’s degree by start date.
  • Demonstrated interest in and passion for supporting students in achieving their academic goals.
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to do detailed work, prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a computerized environment using web-based software and data management systems.
  • Evidence of ability to exercise sound judgment and decision making in working with vulnerable populations.
  • Candidates are expected to demonstrate and advance the Department’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, consistent with college and institutional values.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.
  • Occasional evening and weekend work will be requested; limited travel to an annual conference will be required.
Preferred Job Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in animal sciences, equine sciences, natural science, animal behavior, agriculture, student affairs, education, counseling or closely related field
  • Advanced degree(s) in animal sciences, equine sciences or closely related field.
  • Demonstrated experience advising and or mentoring. Understanding of student development, academic policies and degree requirements in higher education.
  • Ability to create a welcoming environment, build rapport, and work well with diverse populations.
  • Interest and ability to summarize, analyze, and interpret data relevant to assigned responsibilities.
  • Knowledge of higher education and/or other academic advising systems
  • Excel spreadsheet data management skills.
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties


Job Duty Category Advising
Duty/Responsibility
Student Support for Transitions, Major Selection, and Progress to Graduation. Advise undergraduate Animal Science and Equine Science majors regarding curriculum, course selection, academic requirements, and progress toward degree completion. Maintain accurate and detailed advising records. Review transfer evaluations and recommend re-evaluations when necessary.
Conduct advising workshops or group advising sessions to facilitate plans of study in addition to the development of long- and short-term plans.
Guide students in not only the selection of their major, but also determining the appropriate coursework to achieve their academic and career goals. Connect advisees with faculty members in an effort to offer detailed, discipline-specific knowledge and perspective. Develop, maintain, and update advising materials and undergraduate information both in print and on the departmental website. Inform students about internship, research, student teaching, and co-curricular opportunities. Promote university, college, and departmental scholarship opportunities to students. Promote career counseling and engagement with various campus resources and opportunities. Develop a working knowledge of all university (AUCC) curricular requirements and institutional policies. Facilitate communication between students and their instructors or other campus offices at the departmental, college, or university level, serving as an advocate for students, when appropriate. Collaborate with departmental staff not only to maintain a welcoming environment, but also to deliver consistent and accurate information. Be able to discern patterns of student success and difficulty. Develop an understanding of issues faced by students and practice advising approach accordingly. Develop awareness of special circumstances encountered by students with multiple majors or other strong cross-disciplinary emphases in their programs of study.
Percentage Of Time 65
Job Duty Category Student Retention
Duty/Responsibility
Engage assigned first-year students during the first 6 weeks of the semester to support a successful transition to the university. Maintain continuous advising relationships for the following two years. Promote exploration of options for students questioning their choice of major. Promote involvement in Department student engagement opportunities (i.e. undergraduate clubs or other undergraduate activities). Facilitate faculty-student dialogue by making referrals for discipline-specific advising and mentoring by faculty.
Design and implement strategic interventions to facilitate student success. Participate in proactive student outreach initiatives/activities developed by the university and Student Success Team. Facilitate faculty-student engagement via faculty mentoring and targeted advising.
Collect and maintain student performance data to document patterns associated with retention and graduation rates. Work with students to develop strategies to overcome academic difficulties by identifying and addressing factors contributing to poor academic performance.
Percentage Of Time 20
Job Duty Category Assessment
Duty/Responsibility
  • Participate in assessment of advising services and student performance.
  • Assist in gathering and reporting advising, student performance, and student engagement data.
Percentage Of Time 5
Job Duty Category Campus Collaboration/Administration
Duty/Responsibility
  • Actively engage in the Academic Support Coordinator Network
  • Partner with Career Center, Academic Advisors, the Professional Advisors Network (PAN), Faculty, Center for Advising and Student Achievement, Residence Life, University Honors Program, Cultural Centers, and other campus offices to facilitate and support student success
  • Serve as a contributing member of the advising team to develop and implement a vision that provides students with comprehensive and holistic advising services to promote student success
  • Communicate with faculty/staff about advising services and information. Participate in developing and executing campus-wide intervention strategies. Detailed knowledge of and referral to campus resources and opportunities. Engage in professional development and training opportunities offered by the university or other organizations (e.g., NACADA, NCDA/CCDA).
Percentage Of Time 10

Application Details


Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply by our full consideration deadline of 10/23/2022, please provide:
1. Cover letter that states interest and describes how you meet the qualifications listed for the position with special attention to the relevance of your education and/or experience to supporting the major fields of study in the department.
2. Resume or CV.
3. Statement of Philosophy on Student Advising and a statement on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Academic Justice and how you incorporate those in your daily work tasks under " other" (limit to one page, double-spaced).
4. Unofficial transcripts supporting all degrees earned.
5. Contact information for three professional references.
References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License
Search Contact Corrie Oleson [email protected]
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

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