Student Success Specialist for College of Science and Engineering

Reports to: Lead Student Success Specialist for the College of Science and Engineering

Status: Non-exempt

Direct Reports: None

Job Purpose:

The Student Success Specialist (SSS) for the College of Science and Engineering is responsible for holistically supporting STEM students, including intervening with academically at-risk students, providing career fair and faculty advising support, and academically advising a cohort of students.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Academically advises all students in assigned College of Science and Engineering cohort
• Provides holistic support for students in COSE through one-on-one coaching
• Promotes and engages with career fairs and career development for specific academic unit
• Administers faculty advising training for the College of Science and Engineering
• Serves as science advising knowledge resource for faculty advisors
• Performs interventions, tracks, and creates maps to success for academically at-risk students in cohort
• Builds awareness of university-based services (e.g. advising, career services, campus recreation, student organizations, tutoring) to promote holistic student development
• Assists the Lead SSS for the College of Science and Engineering in developing and implementing retention and early intervention programs for students
• Participates and leads in planning and implementation of the Summer Launch program, including active involvement during the week of the program
• Represents department and academically advises at Pre-Registration and orientation events
• Supports on campus events for the College of Science and Engineering
• Aids in social, academic, and spiritual integration to support student engagement and success
• Contributes to students discipleship and spiritual growth as key component of student success and development
• Performs other duties as assigned by direct supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

• Commitment to the ministry and mission of Houston Christian University
• Ability and willingness to disciple students and foster spiritual growth
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college/university (preferably in a field of study within their assigned academic unit)

Expectations

In addition to the above job responsibilities, some weekends or evenings may be required on a limited basis.

Additional Information:

Houston Christian University is an independent, private Christian liberal arts institution with a diverse student body. It has access to all the cultural advantages of one of the largest metropolitan centers in the country. For more information about the University, visit hc.edu.

The University has implemented its Ten Pillars vision (hc.edu/vision) and anticipates significant growth in student enrollment and university programs. The successful candidate will also be able to articulate a vision for the role of his or her discipline at HCU that is supportive of the Ten Pillars vision statement.

Houston Christian University is committed to maintaining a teaching faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith. The Preamble to the By-Laws of the University sets forth a statement of belief which each University employee is expected to support and personify. Your submittal of an application for employment indicates your acceptance and affirmation of these statements.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of personnel.

Disclaimer

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