Student Success Specialist - DSON

Job Purpose

The Student Success Specialist (SSS) for the Linda Dunham School of Nursing is responsible for holistically supporting pre-nursing, nursing, and kinesiology students, including intervening with academically at-risk students, academically advising first- and second-year students, and serving as a liaison between the School of Nursing and the department of Student Success. The SSS will develop and maintain a relationship with the Dean of their assigned academic college and invest in the extracurricular activities of that college.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Academically advises all first- and second-year students in assigned cohort
• Provides holistic support for cohort through one-on-one coaching
• Promotes and engages with career fairs and career development for specific academic unit
• Performs interventions, tracks, and creates maps to success for academically at-risk students in cohort
• Responsible for leading and executing one SSS event per year
• Builds awareness of university-based services (e.g. advising, career services, campus recreation, student organizations, tutoring) to promote holistic student development
• Assists the Dean (or designate) of assigned college 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 GO events
• 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
• Bachelor’s 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.