Retention and Completion Mentor
Retention and Completion Mentor
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Job Description
Join the Indian River State College Team Exceptional Benefits Await You!
At Indian River State College youll do more than just build a careeryoull have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting our students staff and faculty. In return we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote your well-being secure your future and enhance your work-life balance.
Comprehensive Health Coverage
We prioritize your health with Medical Dental Vision Flexible Spending Plans Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Life insurance and Supplemental plans to help you stay physically and mentally well with access to essential wellness resources.
We offer PPO and HMO plans with an affordable cost. (PPO/HMO option with $50 per month for individual coverage and $180 per month for family coverage)
Retirement Plans for a Secure Future
Plan for a bright future with our robust retirement options rarely matched in the private sector. Secure your financial future with state retirement options through the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and additional investment opportunities like tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with ample vacation personal and sick leave. Recharge and return to work refreshed and motivated.
Employee Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on various services including tickets to popular attractions in the area.
Professional Growth Opportunities
Build your career with purpose by engaging in meaningful projects and professional development opportunities. Indian River State College provides the tools and support needed to help you reach your full potential.
Join Our Team as a Retention and Completion Mentor!
Are you passionate about helping students achieve their academic goals Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your efforts directly impact student success If so we have the perfect opportunity for you!
If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to the success of our students we want to hear from you!
Apply Now and be a part of our mission to empower students and foster academic excellence!
Job Summary:
Under general direction you will be accountable for the enrollment retention and completion of students in select populations. You will develop implement and assess creative methodologies to ensure student success defined by increased completion and retention rates. Your role will involve providing academic mentoring assisting students in planning educational goals selecting appropriate coursework and reviewing graduation requirements. You will also track and document student enrollment and engagement through to completion.
JOB SUMMARY:
Under general direction accountable for the enrollment retention and completion of students identified in select populations. Develops implements and assess creative methodologies that ensures student success as defined by the increased completion and retention of students. Provides academic mentoring to students assisting them in planning educational goals reviewing the programs of study and respective requirements selecting appropriate course work and reviewing graduation requirements. Track and document student enrollment and engagement of targeted cohorts through to completion.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:
The specific duties and responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:
- Work collaboratively with Student Success staff to analyze and interpret student retention and completion data in order to identify and implement opportunities for improvement (15
- Partner with Academic Advisors to support degree completion through degree audit reviews student monitoring and tracking and similar proactive strategies (10%)
- Analyzes and interprets departmental and institutional requirements for students in order to teach course registration self-reliance for future academic terms (10%)
- Provide guidance intervention direction and disseminate information on effective completion strategies (10%)
- Conduct workshops to promote time management academic progress course registrations and career outcomes (20%).
- Makes appropriate referrals to campus partners for meetings with academic departments tutoring counseling services for students with disabilities career development military and veterans services and other available support services (5%)
- Works in collaboration with all members of the IRSC community to promote individual student success (5%)
- Supports students in the positive resolution of challenges and barriers that impede their success (10%).
- Utilizing current research data and tracking to ensure accountability for positive student outcomes (10%)
- Completes other duties and responsibilities as assigned (5%).
QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
The qualifications and skill requirements for this position include:
- Bachelors degree and relevant work experience Masters degree preferred;
- Minimum of two (2) years of successful work experience in leading developing and implementing strategies to enhance student success;
- Experience in retention and completion of students in a college or university setting;
- Strong commitment to student success
- Proven leadership judgment follow-up and organizational capabilities;
- Excellent verbal written presentation and interpersonal skills;
- Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines;
- Strong relationship-building attributes such as empathy concern and commitment to student success;
- Ability to communicate effectively work independently and multi-task;
- Ability and experience in analyzing data identifying trends and gaps and developing and implementing student completion strategies;
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This position requires an ability to sit stand for long periods of time walk bend lift reach up stoop and carry items occasionally in excess of twenty-five (25) pounds. It also requires manual dexterity to operate standard office machines such as copier fax telephone and other equipment as necessary. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College.
This description is intended to indicate typical kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring every specific duty and responsibility of the particular position. This job description is not intended to be a contract for employment and the employer reserves the right to make any necessary revisions to the job description at any time without notice.
Classification
StaffSupervisory
NoFLSA Exempt
YesEmployment Type
RegularCompensation and Application Deadline
Pay range starts at: $48320.66 All salary calculations start at the minimum salary and will be based on candidates education and experience. Open until filled.Employment Type
Full-Time
