Academic Success Coordinator

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Posting Summary

Working Title Academic Success Coordinator Type of Position Staff - Full Time Department College of Nursing Appointment Length July - June (12 mo) Benefits Eligible? Yes Published Salary Requested Part-Time Staff Hours NA F.T.E. 1.00 Grant Funded Position? No If temporary (or grant funded) position, indicate ending date Description of Job Duties and Responsibilities

Serves as the academic advisor and student success coordinator for the College of Nursing.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Works individually with nursing pathway and/or ADN nursing students in identifying courses to build a matriculation plan and assist them in assessing educational goals;
• Meets regularly with students to review academic history, assess academic performance and adjust academic plans;
• Utilizes the Fairmont State University Undergraduate Catalog and provides information on school/departmental procedures to ensure accurate information is being provided to the students;
• Advocates on behalf of the student when necessary, this includes but is not limited to referring students to other offices or resources when personal situations impeded the students' academic success;
• Represents the College of Nursing at recruiting events, which sometimes are scheduled in the evenings and/or weekends;
• Represents the College of Nursing at all orientation events and back to school events and helps prepare schedules ahead of time;
• Provides timely, appropriate and accurate information on majors, admissions requirements, career information, resources and follow-up;
• Calculates grade point averages and deficiency points;
• Presents students with alternative academic programs as appropriate and warranted;
• Assists students in identifying and analyzing solutions to academic concerns/problems;
• Develops, hosts, and presents academic information workshops;
• Interprets the University catalog along with competitive program requirements for the purposes of advising;
• Identifies and provides intensive advising for academically at-risk students, students with disabilities, athletes, and transfer students;
• Uses web services and software programs such as Banner, Felix, Degree Works, Microsoft Office, email, College of Nursing w drive, Blackboard, TaskStream, and TutorTrac;
• Responds to student inquiries and communicates via email, phone, letters, and/or in person in regards to admissions criteria, application procedures, and general questions;
• Reviews and maintains case notes on each student interaction, ensuring strict security and confidentiality;
• Establishes and/or maintains a record keeping system and enters data into records or into system databases as appropriate and as needed;
• Performs periodic evaluations of the advisees to assess their educational needs and perception of the services provided, satisfaction of the staff, and values of the services offered;
• Participates in departmental and institutional committees and groups that develop programs, responses, and interventions for students;
• Meets with supervisor to resolve issues and concerns;
• Utilizes a combination of intrusive, developmental, prescriptive, and appreciative advising techniques to empower students in formulating and clarifying life, career, and educational goals;
• Promotes the development of suitable educational plans and options consistent with their life and career plans;
• Supports and guides students in developing effective decision-making skills;
• Helps to identify environmental conditions that may negatively influence student academic achievement and works to neutralize such conditions;
• Focuses on retention of students and their academic success; at key times, focuses on students recovering from academic warnings/probations/suspensions.
• Assist in management of the College of Nursing website, and,
• Performs other appropriate duties as necessary and as assigned.

Minimum Required Education

Bachelor degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution.

Required Licenses and/or Certifications

N/A

Minimum Required Qualifications

A minimum of two years of experience working in an advising capacity with students in higher education; however, any equivalent combination of education and/or experience is acceptable which provides an applicant the listed knowledge, skills, and abilities and the capability to perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of institutional and financial aid policies and procedures, FERPA regulations, CAS Standards and Guidelines for Academic Advising, and the NACADA Core Values of Academic Advising required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong problem solving skills.

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number 2026092SP Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Hire Date ASAP Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 06/05/2026 Job Close Date 06/19/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Advertising Summary Quicklink for Posting https://www.fairmontstatejobs.com/postings/10814

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Certification/License
• Transcript #1
• Transcript #2
• Transcript #3