Academic Support Coordinator - College of Engineering

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 27 Nov 2022

Posting Details
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Working Title Academic Support Coordinator - College of Engineering
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Is this position eligible for hybrid or remote work?
Research Professional Position No
Posting Number 202201775AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title Prof/Indiv Contrib II
Number of Vacancies 1
Work Hours/Week 40
Proposed Annual Salary Range $52,000-$57,000, 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 01/03/2023
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 11/27/2022
Description of Work Unit
The Academic and Student Affairs (ASA) Office, housed in the Engineering Success Center, provides support and resources to current and prospective engineering undergraduate students. This unit is responsible for undergraduate recruiting efforts, retention initiatives, academic advising, diversity and access initiatives, career support services, administering scholarships, and coordinating Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineeringevents. We are the first point of contact for many of our incoming students and their families. The ASA Office is led by the Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs and is comprised of three teams that work collaboratively to support student success: Recruitment, Advising, and Career Services.
Colorado State University (CSU) is a public, land-grant institution of higher education that offers academic programs through eight colleges. CSU is located in Fort Collins, a city with a population of approximately 170,000 people, which is 65 miles north of Denver. The city offers a unique blend of metropolitan advantages and small town friendliness. Situated at the western edge of the Great Plains and at the eastern base of the Rocky Mountain foothills, Fort Collins provides easy access to numerous cultural and recreational opportunities.
Forbes magazine has named Colorado State University the best educational employer based in the state. CSU was ranked fifth among in-state employers in its “America’s Best Employers by State” rankings released Aug. 24, 2022: https://www.forbes.com/lists/best-employers-by-state/?sh=4851b3281983
Position Summary
The Academic Support Coordinator will provide proactive advising support for the students in the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering (WSCOE) and meet the University and College’s mission to increase retention and diversity, through the programs which are managed by the Academic and Student Affairs Office.
This individual will organize and participate in events within the College and in coordination with other University offices; including the summer RAM Orientation program for incoming students to the College, Engineering Exploration Week events, and Admissions Visit Days. This individual will provide significant assistance as co-lead of WSCOE RAM Orientation in addition to organizational responsibilities for RAM Orientation for the College. They serve as one of the primary advisors for Engineering Open Option students.
The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date of January 3, 2023. The Department will not sponsor a visa for this position.
Required Job Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
  • Ability to work with people in both a face-to-face and remote format
  • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to show initiative and independence as well as ability to function well in an atmosphere that promotes teamwork
  • Must be willing and able to work non-standard hours including nights and weekends, approximately 10% of the time, based on the nature of some unit events
Preferred Job Qualifications
Experience in the following areas:
  • working with and recruiting first generation students, and other underrepresented populations
  • advising or providing support and resources to underrepresented student populations
  • working with Banner/ARIESweb, Navigate, Oracle or other student information systems and databases
  • supervising student employees at the undergraduate level


Demonstrated ability to:
  • coordinate large-scale events
  • implement programming strategies to strengthen specific programs
  • advise students in their programs of study in a one-on-one setting
Diversity Statement
Personal or professional commitment to diversity and inclusion as demonstrated by persistent effort, active planning, allocation of resources and/or accountability for diversity and inclusion outcomes.

Essential Duties


Job Duty Category Academic Support and Advising
Duty/Responsibility
  • Advise current and prospective Open Option Engineering major students along with other related duties:
    • Support prospective students interested in pursuing engineering
    • Share information on major options and admission requirements
    • Review prospective student transcripts and evaluate for possible transfer credits to Engineering
    • Serve as an academic advisor during Ram Orientation for Engineering Open Option students (EGOP)


  • Maintain familiarity with all Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering degree plans in order to advise students about how to choose a future major:
    • Advise on academic matters, scheduling of classes, and semester-to-semester academic evaluations to help students choose a major
    • Disseminate information and maintain student records
    • Maintain working knowledge of current departmental, college, and university requirements necessary for undergraduate students to make the correct decision about choosing a major within the College

  • Identify and use best practices to implement a holistic and developmental advising approach
    • Assist students in addressing issues related to their transition to the University and their exploration and confirmation of major
    • Track student progress and conduct active and proactive outreach in support of their ongoing success
    • Utilize data to discern patterns of student success and difficulty and to design strategic interventions
    • Help students develop plans to improve GPA’s and overcome academic challenges

  • Develop a detailed knowledge of campus resources, opportunities, and conduct active referrals to connect students with appropriate support and opportunities
Percentage Of Time 50%
Job Duty Category Academic Support Programs
Duty/Responsibility
  • Serve as primary point person for Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering (WSCOE) Academic Success Initiatives including but not limited to:
    • Engineering Tutoring Program
    • PreCalculus Math Support and Outreach


  • Co-Lead WSCOE’s Summer Ram Orientation
    • Train and supervise student staff to support advising team during orientation
    • Provide regular communication with college stakeholders about rising needs in individual and broad summer trends
    • Develop new communication strategies to students and guests about items necessary for student success
Percentage Of Time 30%
Job Duty Category Hiring and Supervision
Duty/Responsibility
  • Fall and Spring
    • Aid in the recruitment, selection, hiring, and training of approximately 20 student workers in the Engineering Residential Learning Community (ERLC)
    • Directly Supervise 5-10 Tutors; potentially working alongside a designated graduate student worker


  • Summer
    • Aid in the selection, hiring, and training of 7-10 Ram Orientation staff members
    • Co-Supervise summer staff

  • Provide additional professional development and training opportunities for staff as needs arise
  • Monitor the mental health and wellbeing of staff, provide referrals and/or guidance, depending on the needs of the staff team
Percentage Of Time 20%

Application Details


Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, please upload your resume/CV, cover letter, the contact information for three (3) professional references by midnight on the full consideration date of November 27, 2022.
In your cover letter please address the required and preferred qualifications of this position. A cover letter that fails to address the qualifications of this position may not be considered further after review by the search committee
The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date of January 3, 2023. The Department will not sponsor a visa for this position.
References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search Contact [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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