Academic Career Coach

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• Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae for automatic population of information to the application.
• The contact information work experience and education listed on your Resume/CV will be parsed and input into your Montclair application.
• Review information and doublecheck all fields containing information that the system parsed the software is intelligent but you need to verify that the data is accurate.
• In the My Experience section you will find a Resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents.

Note: If you have an expansive CV we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten 10 years. You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV as well as all other supporting documentation in the My Experience section of your application.

Job Description

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Director of the PBIC Grant at Bloomfield College of Montclair State University the Academic & Career Coach plays a vital role in supporting student success programming. The Academic & Career Coach is responsible for leading the design implementation and of institutionwide academic success and intervention strategies catered to the diverse needs of undergraduate students. The focus is on creating a hightouch retention outreach framework specifically tailored to support undergraduate Black male students.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop a comprehensive hightouch retention outreach framework centered on academiccoaching offering personalized support to designated student cohorts.

• Design and execute retention programs and drive outreach initiatives to bolster studentsuccess.

• Monitor the progression of the student body towards degree completion and graduationdevise targeted interventions to enhance retention and graduation rates.

• Conduct thorough research of student development.

• Tracking student progress to better prepare them for career opportunities and internships.

• Assist the Program Director with developing firstgeneration student services events and initiatives.

• Design postadmission student success initiatives and retention services customtailored toatrisk student populations.

• Collaborate with academic departments and faculty to identify atrisk students and implementproactive support measures.

• Facilitate workshops seminars and training sessions aimed at improving academic skills timemanagement and study habits for students.

• Provide oneonone coaching sessions to students focusing on academic goalsettingmotivation and overcoming challenges.

• Coordinate with other student support services such as advising and counseling to ensure aholistic approach to student success.

• Participate in campuswide committees and initiatives related to student retention and success.

• Assist in the development and implementation of early alert systems to identify and supportstudents who may be at risk of academic failure.

• Create host and assist career readiness workshops and seminars for undergraduatestudents.

• Connecting students to information and resources for internship and career transitioning.

• Research plan and facilitate trips designed to expose students to various industries andcareer paths.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Management retains the right to change or add job duties at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.

• A minimum of one year of experience in providing academic support to collegelevel students.

• Demonstrated proficiency in working with diverse and atrisk populations in higher educationparticularly firstgeneration black males.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and technical aptitude.

• Ability to effectively communicate with a diverse student body and professional staff.

• Familiarity with technology platforms such as Colleague Canvas Starfish EAB Navigate andonline survey software.

PREFERRED:

• Masters Degree from an accredited college or university.

• Proficiency in a second language.

• Demonstrates exemplary leadership and interperson.

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Contact Information:

For questions or concerns please contact Human Resources Workday Recruiting Support at (Option 2 or email talent@montclair.

Inclusion Statement

Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged committed to democracy and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.

EEO/AA Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

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