First-Generation Student Success Coordinator, Engaged Learning and Career Action Center, Vancouver Campus

Online applications must be received before 12:00am on:
October 9, 2024
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s):
1481-YN_ADMINPRO - Student Services Coordinator/Advisor 1

Business Title:
First-Generation Student Success Coordinator, Engaged Learning and Career Action Center, Vancouver Campus

Employee Type:
Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term)

Position Details:

First-Generation Student Success Coordinator, Engaged Learning and Career Action Center, Vancouver Campus

Could you be passionate about providing wrap-around support for first generation students increasing student success and retention? Apply for WSU Vancouver's First-Generation Student Success Coordinator position!

Summary of Duties:

The First-Generation Success Coordinator at Washington State University Vancouver plays a vital role in enhancing the success of first-year students, specifically from rural communities in Southwest Washington through culturally responsive approaches. By offering wrap-around support through holistic advising and meaningful, relevant co-curricular programming, the Success Coordinator fosters student retention and success.This position is limited term (2 years or funding availability) and reports to the Campus Director of Engaged Learning and Career Action. The position also supervises a team of peer mentors. This position serves as a liaison from ELCA and is responsible for maintaining highly collaborative relationships with ESD 112 and builds partnerships across campus with department faculty & advisors, Financial Aid Counselors, the Office of Student Life, and other areas to intended to provide services and supports for students.Key responsibilities include coordinating specialized summer bridge programs that help students transition to college life and accessing resources. The Success Coordinator also provides comprehensive academic and personal support to first-year students in New Coug Learning Communities, Carson College of Business, College of Engineering and Computer Science.Additionally, the Success Coordinator organizes First-Gen Friday events and other specialized co-curricular programs designed to build community, provide resources, and address the unique challenges faced by first-year and first-generation students. Through individualized support plans and culturally responsive programming, the Success Coordinator equips students with the tools and resources to navigate higher education challenges and achieve their academic goals.

Required Qualifications:
Positions require a Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of professional work experience in student services or related education/experience. A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for one (1) year of professional work experience. Any combination of relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in related field.
• One or more years of experience with coordinating student services programs directly related to measurable outcomes of retention and persistence in a higher education institution.
• One or more years of experience advising/counseling students in a higher education setting.
• Experience with supervising or leading the work of student staff.

Essential Duties:

30% Student Support Coordination & Holistic Advising

30% Development & Implement Co-Curricular Programming

15% Collaboration and Partnership Building

10% Coordination of Summer Bridge Programs

10% Student Leader Supervision

5% Administrative and Reporting Responsibilities

Application instructions:

Applicants must attach a resume, cover letter and a contributions to equity statement at the time of application. Please read the entire posting description and follow the instructions below to apply.

Additional Information:

Area/College:

Washington State University Vancouver

Department Name:

Student Affairs and Enrollment, Engaged Learning and Career Action Center

City, State, Zip:

Vancouver, WA 98686

Department Link:

https://studentaffairs.vancouver.wsu.edu/

https://studentaffairs.vancouver.wsu.edu/elca

Work Location and Schedule:

The position will be primarily on-campus with some remote work opportunities after 6 months; remote work may also be available during breaks when students are not present. This position is limited term (2 years or funding availability) and reports to the Campus Director of Engaged Learning and Career Action (ELCA).

Monthly Salary: 4,050 - 4,700 Grade 3, Zone 3.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Successful candidates typically begin up to the mid-point of the salary range.

Benefits:

WSU offers full-time employees a competitive benefits package including up to 49 days off per year through paid holidays/sick leave/annual leave, a choice of retirement plans, medical/dental/vision, basic life and long-term disability insurance, and an employee tuition waiver program.

For a summary of benefits offered by WSU for AP staff visit: https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-Benefit-Overview-for-Faculty-and-AP.pdf

Find total compensation information here: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/.

FTE:

100%

Posting Close Date:

Applicants must submit their completed application by Wednesday October 9, 2024, at 12:00 AM.

Background Check

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Application Instructions

Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references within the application.

Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application in the 'Resume & Cover Letter' section of your application.:

Resume

A cover letter

A contributions to equity statement (see information and link below)

Please include a statement on contributions to equity. Provide examples from your past activities and experience as well as your future plans to advance equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging at WSU Vancouver. Include examples such as any of the following: Programming, events, and initiatives; Committee, council, or board service; Student and/or staff outreach, recruitment, and retention; Community engagement and volunteerism. WSU Vancouver's strategic plan embeds equity in all 5 goals, including a specific goal for equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging (Goal 4). Please see our Strategic Plan, Goal 4 for more information on what WSU Vancouver is doing in this space, https://www.vancouver.wsu.edu/strategic-plan.

About WSU Vancouver

WSU Vancouver is located on the homelands of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe and Peoples of the Lower Columbia Valley. One of six campuses in the Washington State University system, WSU Vancouver provides baccalaureate- and graduate-level education to benefit the people, communities and economy of Southwest Washington.

As the only Tier-1, land-grant and public four-year educational institution in Southwest Washington, WSU Vancouver is committed to accessibility, openness and service to people. WSU appreciates extraordinary community support and is dedicated to developing areas of academic and research excellence that fulfill regional needs.

WSU Vancouver leads with an equity lens and is recognized nationally as a top college for equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging.

Time Type:
Full time

Position Term:
12 Month

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

WSU prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates complaint with Title IX. Inquiries regarding Title IX and reports of sex discrimination can be directed to the WSU Title IX Coordinator. More information on WSU's policies and procedures to respond to discrimination and harassment are available here: Nondiscrimination statement.

To apply, visit https://wsu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WSU_Jobs/job/Vancouver-WA/First-Generation-Student-Success-Coordinator--Engaged-Learning-and-Career-Action-Center--Vancouver-Campus_R-12468

Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer.







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