Student Success Navigator

Student Success Navigator

Briar Cliff University seeks to fill the position of Student Success Navigator beginning June 1 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. This is a full-time 12-month staff position that reports to the Associate Provost for Student Success. The Student Success Navigator supports the academic and personal development of students in alignment with the Catholic and Franciscan mission of the institution. Collaborating with other Success Navigators this position provides holistic student-centered coaching to individuals experiencing academic difficulty including those on probation those identified through early alert systems and those facing acute academic or social challenges.

Grounded in Franciscan values such as respect for the dignity of each person compassion community and care for the whole person (mind body and spirit) the Student Success Navigator fosters student resilience belonging and persistence to graduation. The successful candidate will engage in holistic student support and coaching participate in early alert and retention initiatives provide support for students with acute needs ensure appropriate data tracking and assessment of students they see partner with faculty advisors student life staff and campus ministry to support student success in a personalized community-oriented environment coordinate the use of Early Alert tracking software on campus supervise Student Peer Mentors and perform other duties as related to the position.

The successful candidate should have a bachelors degree in education counseling student affairs or a related field 13 years of experience in student support services advising or coaching a demonstrated ability to work effectively with students facing academic or personal challenges experience supervising others and a commitment to the mission and values of a Catholic Franciscan institution. A masters degree in higher education counseling or a related field and experience in a small private or faith-based college setting are preferred but not required.

Founded in 1930 and rooted in the Catholic Franciscan tradition Briar Cliff University is a vibrant values-based community dedicated to academic excellence and personal growth. Located on the scenic Loess Hills overlooking the Missouri River The Cliff maintains a tight-knit learning environment with a 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Academically the university offers over 30 undergraduate programs and several respected graduate degrees including recognized programs in Nursing Physical Therapy and Sports Management. Our commitment to the student-athlete experience is equally robust; as members of the NAIA and GPAC the Chargers have earned 19 conference championships and were recently honored as an NAIA Champions of Character Gold Level institution.

A city of 85000 stretching across the corners of Iowa South Dakota and Nebraska (referred to as Siouxland) Sioux City is nestled along the Sioux River approximately 90 miles from both Omaha NE and Sioux Falls SD. The city offers a vibrant friendly community with a cost of living that is attractive for families and individuals alike. Sioux City possesses a bustling riverfront a lively downtown arts and entertainment scene numerous parks and rich cultural opportunities combining small-town charm with the amenities of a larger metropolitan area. As a regional hub for business and culture the city features over 50 parks the historic Orpheum Theatre Tyson Events Center and a mix of national retailers and award-winning local favorites. Sioux City has twice been named an All-America City highlighting its strong community and significant quality of life.

Interested candidates should visit the Briar Cliff Universityemployment website for more information and to apply. Candidates should:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The offer is contingent on a successful background check and final background approval. If you have any questions about this position contact Brian Peterson at.