Success Advisor & Testing Coordinator

Position:Western Colorado University invites applications for thefull-time position ofSuccess Advisor & Testing Coordinator.This position plays a critical role in supporting at-risk students and coordinating services that promote student persistence and academic achievement. TheSuccess Advisorworks primarily with students on academic probation those returning from suspension and students identified as needingadditionalacademicassistance. The position delivers individualized academic support develops success strategies and connects students to campus resources. The advisor also coordinates and presents academic workshopsassistswith new student registration and advises students from a variety of academic programs. AsTesting Coordinator this position oversees the administration of university placement and proficiency exams includingALEKS CLEPWebCAPE andothers.The coordinator is also responsible for data entry and processing of test results including AP and IB credits that impact course placement registration and degree completion. The position reports to the Lead Advisor.This is an on-campus position.

Responsibilities:

Advise and support students on academic probation or returning from suspension.

Coordinate theAcademic Recovery Programfor students on academic probation.

Provide academic coaching and study skills appointments.

Partner withAcademicIntervention Team (AIT) to coordinate outreach and support efforts for 6- and 9-week interim grade intervention strategies.

Coordinate and leadFirst Year Seminar NCAAteamsandOrientationworkshops.

Develop and deliver presentations to classes and campus groups promoting academic success strategies.

Assistwith new student registration and academic advising for multiple programs of study.

Work closely with Lead Advisor to update andmaintainaccuracy of the Advisor Manual and Registration Guide.

Coordinate all aspects of placement andproficiencytesting (ALEKS CLEPWebCAPE etc.).

Monitor and support students receiving the Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) award to ensure completion of student success requirements.

Ensureaccurateandtimelydata entry for AP IB and other placement-related scores.

Maintain compliance and security in all testing operations.

Minimum Qualifications:BA/BS Ability to work with a wide diversity of people. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and take initiative. Comfortable with public speaking and workshop facilitation. One to twoyearsstudent support or related Higher Education experience.

Preferred Qualifications:MA/MS/. in Counseling Education or related field. Knowledge of student success strategies and best practices. Experience with assessment. Working knowledge of LMS (Banner Workday Slate etc.) Experience working with at-risk populations. Academic workshop facilitation experience.

Compensation:$44000 - 46000 DOE.This position is FLSAexempt.Western offers an excellent benefits package including shared premiums for a comprehensive health insurance plan dental insurance retirement plan life insurance and other insurance options. After one year of employment Western provides free tuition for dependents enrolled full time in undergraduate programs for up to four years.

Application Procedure: Applyonline at attachments for onlineapplicationincludeacover letterresumeand contact information for three references.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act in any materials yousubmit you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age date of birth or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Please direct questions to thesearch committee chair Lead Advisor Nicole Lewis at.

Application deadlineisSunday May 17 2026at 11:59pm (MDT.)

Additional Information on Western and Gunnison/Crested Butte

Western Colorado University is a public institution with an enrollment of 3700 students. 47% of students are undergraduates 33% are graduate students and 80% receive some form of financial aid. Western studentsrepresent17 countries 50 states andalmost everycounty in Colorado. With an average class size of 17 Westerns faculty and staff share a strong commitment to personalized rigorous and immersive education. Visitto learn more about the university.

Western Colorado Universityis located inGunnison Colorado about 200 miles southwest ofDenveramidst over2 million acresof public land and a vibrant ranching community. The Gunnisonvalleyprovides robust cultural programming and exceptional outdoor recreation. A network of dedicatedcommunity organizationsenrich the lives of many in the tight-knit community.Living in the valley one appreciates a vibrant culture of festivals exhibitions performances wellness activities and the winter manyenjoy inskiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort and along dozens of miles of cross-country the summer bikers hikers and runners explore 750-plus miles of singletrack trails while others delight in fishing boating and paddleboarding at Blue Mesa Reservoir or on the Gunnison River and its tributaries. Pre-K-12 students are served by thehighly-rankedGunnison Watershed School District.