SOMA - Student Achievement Specialist

About the role

The Student Achievement Specialist at A.T. Still University's School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (ATSU-SOMA) supports the academic and career advising needs of all students from pre-matriculation through graduation.

Responsibilities

• Support the 4-year academic support and advising program for ATSU-SOMA students.
• Support the 4-year career counseling and advising program for ATSU-SOMA students.
• Track and support students in need of additional academic support or other types of support.
• Counsel students needing improvement in academic or professional performance.
• Develop and deliver DEI-based support and curriculum for ATSU-SOMA students, faculty, and staff.
• Support the resources developed by the Student Achievement Team, including the ATSU SOMA app, SAT website, ProgressIQ for student support and advising, Advisor Handbook, and board preparation materials.
• Participate in the production of the MSPE for graduating students.
• Attend and participate in professional development opportunities on campus and through national conferences.

Requirements

• Masters Degree in Student Services, Education, Counseling, or Related Field.
• Broad knowledge and experience in student services.
• One or two years of experience required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, emailing, and public speaking.
• Organized, collaborative mindset, and professional behavior.
• Show compassion, patience, and approachability.
• Demonstrate success promoting a culturally rich environment that values and appreciates diversity.
• Show common understanding of bias, cultural proficiency, and success at mitigating differences.
• Familiarity with the principles and practice of osteopathic medicine.