Student Support Services (SSS) Retention Coordinator/Advisor

About the Role

Assist with planning, development, implementation, and delivery of all SSS programs and services. Provide support to students with individual needs, academic advisement, and counseling to project participants, including the Individual Educational Career Plan. Assist with progress reports and follow-up on program participants. Serve as a liaison between SSS, college faculty, and community agencies as needed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and train peer mentors, and supervise the peer mentoring program.
• Coordinate cultural activities for each program year.
• Serve on the campus Students of Concern Committee.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in Education, Counseling, or related academic area.
• Minimum 2 years of program experience in counseling or academic support services for low-income, first-generation, and/or minority students.
• Knowledge of collegiate academic and financial assistance procedures.
• Experience in networking and coordinating program activities.
• Preference given to candidates who have succeeded in overcoming barriers similar to those confronting the project’s target population.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Ideal start date is 08/31/2026.