University Counselor I /Learning Specialist, Academic Success Center

University Counselor I /Learning Specialist, Academic Success Center

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced University Counselor I /Learning Specialist, Academic Success Center at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

The Academic Success Center (ASC) is seeking an enthusiastic student support professional to support students and their academic goals. The primary responsibilities of this position include management of program operations and recruitment, training, observation, and supervision of peer leaders.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the leadership and staff of the Academic Success Center and with academic departments across campus to develop and deliver academic support services
• Assist in the recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of peer leaders and other student assistants
• Establish and maintain partnerships with academic staff and/or faculty as well as other members of the academic community to promote students' academic achievement
• Provide targeted academic support to identified populations, including coordination of individual and group sessions
• Promote academic success through strategic use of resources; participate in assessment and student data-driven decision making
• Coordinate and maintain documentation and records, including but not limited to those related to training, course selection, and schedule management
• Effectively and accurately communicate academic and non-academic requirements, policies and procedures to students and the campus community
• Collaborate with faculty, University committees, advisors and other academic staff to strengthen outreach efforts and delivery of services
• Promote a positive and effective learning environment
• Assess student performance using observations and institutional data to establish standards and strategies aimed at increasing student achievement
• Actively participate in professional organizations
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Required: master''s degree in education, Social Work, counseling or related fields
• Required: 2 years of experience in areas of student support as tutoring, study groups, teaching, coaching and/or other forms of academic assistance, learning support, and program development
• Understanding of and appreciation for inclusion, including ability to work with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds and identities

Preferred qualifications:

• Ability to facilitate student learning in individual, small groups, and classroom settings • Ability to work some nights and weekends, as occasionally required • Experience working with students with disabilities

School/College/Division:

H92 - VP Student Affairs

Primary department:

H9206 - Student Retention (H9206)

Employment type:

• Regular Employee
• Job type: Full Time
• Job category: Academic/Faculty

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary
• Hourly rate:
• Salary minimum: TBD
• Salary hire maximum: TBD

Working conditions:

Office environment

Job openings:

• Number of openings: 1
• Reposted position: No
• Reposted reason: None (New Requisition)
• Prior posting/requisition number:

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.