Director University Seminar and Retention
Director University Seminar and Retention
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$ 5833 - 6250
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Job Title
Director University Seminar and RetentionAgency
Texas A&M University Corpus ChristiDepartment
Student SuccessProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Corpus Christi TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
TAMUCC is a dynamic university designated as both a HispanicServing Institution (HSI) and MinorityServing Institution (MSI) with approximately 11000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1400 fulltime and 2000 parttime Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System TAMUCC benefits from a range of resources increased visibility and influence and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.
TAMUCCs beautiful campus is located on a 240acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern attractive and stateoftheart classroom buildings and support facilities.
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PURPOSE
The Director of University Seminar and Retention is the primary position responsible for administration of the University Seminar consisting of 1000 course level offerings for all First Time Seminar Experience (FYSE). The position will work with other areas in the Office of Student Success and collaborate with other divisions/offices on campus to develop and initiate retention strategies and initiatives. The position reports to the Associate Vice President for Student Success and is a member of the leadership team for the Office of Student Success within Academic Affairs.
TAMUCC is dedicated to achieving unparalleled student success. The Office of Student Success upholds this commitment by embracing its guiding motto: One Student at a Time.
DESCRIPTION
Functional Area 1: Administer University Seminar
Percent Effort: 50
Job Duties
Plan and implement University Seminar classes
Identify and recruit qualified instructors for University Seminar
Collaborate with Colleges/Schools to develop the University Seminar schedule
Oversee entry of Seminar sections into Banner following University procedures
Oversee workload processes associated with FYSE courses
Communicate with instructors to ensure compliance with university standards for teaching
Develop and oversee the professional development for University Seminar Instructors
Coordinate and collaborate with freshman instructors to develop and implement the University Seminar curriculum and ensure quality across class sections
Communicate with students/colleges/other parties to answer inquires and ensure quality administration of class offerings
Serve as Instructor for University Seminar classes as needed.
Functional Area 2: Develop and Implement Retention Strategies
Percent Effort: 40
Job Duties
Integrate methods and practices to retain students along with strategies for addressing their needs
Utilize student information systems and related electronic platforms to track student communications interventions and outcomes
Analyze student data using university data systems (e.g. Tableau Argos) recommend actions and consider other methods for collecting data
Develop and oversee a repeat initiative to advise students who need to repeat courses and who are experiencing a possible disruption to their degree paths
Initiate and coordinate a onestop retention hub using a variety of communication means to contact students and address individual barriers to registration/degree completion
Determine Office of Student Success website content/updates to aid in student assistance and submit content to technology team
Manage the student academic standing process
Functional Area 3 Other Duties
Percent Effort: 10
Job Duties
Supervise one or more staff/student worker positions; Supervise Administrative Associate position
Participate in University activities including committee work student activities and other events
Complete training for the position and University required trainings
Assist with duties in the Office of Student Success Admin Office
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Masters degree in applicable field.
Eight 8 years of experience.
Additional education may be considered as a substitution for the minimum requirements.
Doctorate degree and six 6 years of experience.
Experience working with students and instructors in a university setting
Experience with curriculum and teaching at a university level
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong administrative and organizational skills
Evidence of a studentcentered approach to completion of work duties and program development
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Understanding of Degree Works student early alert systems (e.g. EAB Starfish or Navigate) Argos and other university specific platforms
Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook Teams etc)
Understanding of Banner (or other) student information system
Experience with organizing class schedules and support of academic programs
Supervisory experience
SALARY: $70000 $75000/annually approximately.
$5833.34 $6250/monthly.
BENEFITS (rules policies eligibility apply)
Medical
$0 $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution $920 value).
Up to 83 of premium covered by the university:
Employee and Spouse
Employee and Children
Employee and Family coverage
Dental & Vision
Life Insurance Accidental D&D Long Term Disability Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
Oncampus wellness opportunities
Counseling Work Life Assistance Financial Resources and Legal Resources
Public Loan Forgiveness
Book scholarships
100 tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).
Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
8 hours of vacation paid time off every month.
8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
1215 paid holidays each year.
All positions are securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
