Academic Success Coordinator

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: over 2 years ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 26 Sep 2021

Posting Details
Working Title Academic Success Coordinator
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Research Professional Position No
Posting Number 202101010AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title Prof/Indiv Contrib II
Number of Vacancies 1
Work Hours/Week 40
Proposed Annual Salary Range 45000 - 50000
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 11/01/2021
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 09/26/2021
Description of Work Unit
The Department of Biology at Colorado State University (CSU) is one of eight departments in the College of Natural Sciences. The Department has a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching, as well as excellence in research. Research interests range from molecules to ecosystems. For more information about the Department, please visit: http://www.biology.colostate.edu/
Position Summary
The Department of Biology’s Academic Support Center promotes student retention and success through a variety of advising and program activities designed to assist students in making critical transitions, developing academic plans, connecting with academic units and campus resources, and engaging with learning communities. The Academic Support Center emphasizes and enhances students’ abilities and assets and supports the campus priority for a diverse and supportive learning environment. 
 
The Department of Biology is seeking an Academic Success Coordinator who will play a significant role in strengthening departmental efforts to provide quality advising and promote undergraduate student success. The coordinator will be a full time, regular, administrative professional position. This position will support an innovative and holistic approach to providing students with the assistance, guidance, and resources necessary to be successful. The primary functions of the Academic Success Coordinator will be to support students as they transition to the university environment, to promote appropriate choice of majors, to help struggling students strategize for academic improvement, and encourage timely graduation. 
 
The Academic Success Coordinator will work directly with students majoring in Biological Sciences and Zoology to foster their academic success by developing, implementing, and monitoring an action plan for graduation. The Academic Success Coordinator will work closely with the Assistant Chair for Undergraduate Programs, Undergraduate Program Coordinator, Undergraduate Committee, and other advising staff, and will report to the Lead Academic Success Coordinator.
Required Job Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in Higher Education, Counseling or Human Services, Psychology, Education, Liberal Arts/Social Sciences or Natural Sciences with one year of professional experience
    OR 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education, Counseling or Human Services, Psychology, Education, Liberal Arts/Social Sciences or Natural Sciences with three year’s professional experience working directly with students in a higher education setting to provide academic advising, and/or conducting student development activities such as orientation, multicultural affairs, residence life, and career services
Preferred Job Qualifications
  • Excellent communication skills, including interpersonal communication, presentation, writing, and computer skills 
  • Demonstrated awareness and understanding of issues facing students from under-represented groups, experience with students from diverse backgrounds, and commitment to diversity and inclusion 
  • Educational background in science coursework, especially Biology, Botany or Zoology 
  • Self-motivated team player with demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment
Diversity Statement
Personal and professional commitment to diversity and inclusion as demonstrated by involvement in teaching, research, creative activity, service to the profession and/or diversity/inclusion activities.

Essential Duties


Job Duty Category Advising
Duty/Responsibility
• Advise students on academic requirements, scheduling classes, and university policies related to academics 
• Advise transfer students at Orientations, reviewing transfer evaluations to clarify and recommend any needed course re-evaluations 
• Advise first-year students at summer Orientations, lead Ram Welcome 
• Meet with students for appointments and drop-ins, document notes from appointments, drop-ins, and email communication with students in advising platforms 
• Support students on academic probation to improve GPA and overcome academic difficulties 
• Make appropriate referrals to campus resources for academic and/or personal support 
• Guide students in preparing to enter health professions and professional/graduate schools; connecting students to health professions advising 
• Counsel students on career planning including career exploration, decision-making, preparation, internships, and job search; connecting students to Career resources 
• Provide students with easy access to timely and relevant information by posting items on Canvas, Department social media, and contribute to other informational resources (such as monthly undergraduate newsletter) 
• Respond to a high volume of student emails in a timely manner, documenting communication Respond to parent/guardian emails, and meet with parents/guardians, in accordance with FERPA regulations 
Assist in advising the Zoology and Biology clubs – coordination of meetings, activities and field trips 
• Assist with advising the Biology Leadership Council, a peer-mentoring group
Percentage Of Time 50
Job Duty Category Instruction
Duty/Responsibility
• Contribute to ongoing development of the departmental First Year Seminar, improving course materials and analyzing student data 
• Classroom instruction and management, grading, use of Canvas course platform
Percentage Of Time 10
Job Duty Category Assessment
Duty/Responsibility
• Track success indicators of cohorts of entering Biology/Zoology majors; measure progress of individual students 
• Participate in assessment of advising services 
• Utilize information provided by other assessments to best meet individual student needs 
• Assist in gathering and reporting data in the form of an annual report
Percentage Of Time 5
Job Duty Category Presentations
Duty/Responsibility
• Design and present workshops and/or presentations on advising and departmental topics for various events and groups on campus (i.e. Orientation, Ram Welcome, Curriculum Workshops, group advising topics)
Percentage Of Time 10
Job Duty Category Administrative Tasks
Duty/Responsibility
• Help maintain written biology curriculum rules and department processes and update changes on the Biology Department Website 
• Write letters of recommendation for students
Percentage Of Time 5
Job Duty Category Outreach and Recruiting
Duty/Responsibility
• Meet with and advise prospective students and their guests; inform them of opportunities available to Biology and Zoology majors at Colorado State University. 
• Represent the department at various outreach/recruiting events and student visit days, including occasional weekend events; collaborate with external constituents such as Admissions. 
• Complete all campus outreach at designated times throughout the year for targeted student populations
Percentage Of Time 10
Job Duty Category Professional Development/Training
Duty/Responsibility
• Commitment to improve and develop by participating in professional development opportunities both on and off campus 
• Participate in campus advising trainings, monthly all-advisor meetings, monthly CNS advising meetings, networking, projects, and program development 
• Serve on Department and/or campus-wide committees as needed 
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of University policies and best advising practices
Percentage Of Time 10

Special Instructions to Applicants
TO APPLY: Submit a cover letter describing your education, experience, qualifications and skills specifically related to the position, a resume, and the names and contact information of three references. 
References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. For full consideration, materials must be received by 11:59 pm Mountain Standard Time Sunday, September 26, 2021.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search Contact Tyler Heyne [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. 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.

Similar Positions