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Academic Retention Specialist

Position Number: 5555100
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Academic Vice Presidents and Provosts

University of Idaho

Academic Retention Specialist

Location: Moscow

Division/College: Equity and Diversity-MID

Employee Category: Classified

Pay Range: $22.80 per hour or higher depending on experience and education

FTE: 1.0

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Summary:
The Academic Retention Specialist will provide direct service to first-year and undergraduate students using the Native American Student Center (NASC) that require extensive academic support. General responsibilities include: Meeting on a monthly basis to monitor academic progress; assessing and providing academic tutoring opportunities for students; overseeing daily study tables; guiding and mentoring students in exploration of their choice of majors and coursework; advising/mentoring students on personal, financial, social, cultural, and academic related matters; researching scholarship and internship opportunities; and collaborating with a wide variety of university resources and personnel to provide students with comprehensive and culturally appropriate services. The NASC Academic Retention Specialist is expected to work closely with the staff in the University Advising Services, Student Support Services, Counseling and Testing Center, and other departments to provide the support services needed for the retention and completion of the students' undergraduate degree. This position facilitates workshops and/or support groups, orientation activities and completes other duties as assigned by the Native American Student Center Director.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors' Degree

Demonstrated experience:

Working with underserved and/or under-represented populations
One year working with students in a mentoring and/or advising role
Using a personal computer for word processing, email, calendar management and internet searches
Maintaining a high level of confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated experience of cultural responsive program development and implementation
Demonstrated experience working with Native American populations
Ability to: Interface professionally with departments, staff, faculty and students Manage a variety of projects simultaneously
One year of experience organizing, coordinating and/or managing academic retention programs.
Familiar with UI policies and procedures

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

None

None

Required Licensures, Certifications or other

Posting Number: SP004518P

Posting Date: 07/15/2024

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:
First consideration will be given to those applying by October 18, 2024. To apply, please submit a current resume, a letter of qualification addressing how you meet all required qualifications and any additional preferred qualifications, and a list of three references.

Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu

EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.