Student Success Advisor

SD School of Mines, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Rapid City, SOUTH DAKOTA
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Institution SD School of Mines
Working Title Student Success Advisor
Posting Number NFE02216P
Department SDSMT-Student Success
Physical Location of Position (City) Rapid City
Posting Text
South Dakota School of Mines & Technology is searching for a Student Success Advisor to be part of the Student Success Center administrative team. This position acts as a professional advisor to first year students within the university’s tandem advising model as well as other high-risk populations, and serves as a liaison between students, faculty, and staff. The Student Success Advisor works directly with students, faculty, and Vanderboom Office of Student Success staff to help first-year and high risk students succeed.
 
The Student Success Advisor will interact primarily with staff members in Student Success, faculty, other support staff in the university, and students. This position will play an important liaison role between Academic Affairs, Admissions, individual academic departments, students, and the wide array of academic and non-academic student support services on campus, to identify and connect with students in need of advising and resources. Expectations are that this person will excel in the areas of interpersonal communication and enjoy extensive interactions with others, particularly current students. The Student Success Advisor will support, expand, and help track the impact of techniques for first-year student support services in conjunction with and support of efforts undertaken by the university. The culture is one of service to and for students.
 
A bachelor’s degree is required. A master’s degree is preferred, along with five years of progressive mentorship and/or advising experience in an education setting.
 
South Dakota Mines is a best-in-class STEM university that offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees located in Rapid City, the state’s second largest city with a MSA population of over 158,000. With 226 days of sunshine, 1.2 million acres of breathtaking scenery of the Black Hills National Forest, 700 miles of motorized trails and nearly 500 miles of hiking trails, there is a lot to see and do. People from around the world come here each year to see top attractions like Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial, Badlands National Park, Terry Peak Ski Area, and Reptile Gardens. There’s something for everybody!
 
At Mines, our vision is to develop world-class leaders in science and engineering to benefit society through education, innovation, and engagement. Nearly 2,500 students from every state and over 40 countries are represented on our campus. Mines is an affordable option with a great return on investment. 
 
Known for our academic rigor, we maintain an average class size of 24 and our students benefit from immersive learning experiences including undergraduate research, co-ops/internships, and nationally competitive engineering teams. These experiences make graduates highly sought after by industry and attributes to high starting salaries and 98% placement rate in the field of study.
 
Research at Mines encompasses four main areas: energy and environment; materials and manufacturing; STEM education; and underground science and engineering. Entrepreneurship is highly valued and programming assists students and faculty to engage in entrepreneurial activities and transition scientific and technological innovations into viable products and business startups.
 
South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce and offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage options for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. Individuals interested in this position must apply online at https://www.sdsmt.edu/employment/ . Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203. Review of applications will begin January 4, 2024. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
 
Please attach a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references (include name, mailing and email address for each reference).
Posting Date 12/21/2023
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
First Consideration Date 01/04/2024
Advertised Salary $38,800 - $46,600 dependent on education and experience
Duration of the Term 12 months
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Appointment Percent 100
Work Hours
7:30am-4:30pm
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type Regular
Faculty Status No
Scope of Search External (includes Internal)
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This position requires Travel, Weekends/Holidays
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
South Dakota Mines does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status in employment or the provision of service.
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