Student Success Program Coordinator

Who We Are
We, the Division of Student Affairs, are a student-focused organization that aims to empower student success and support personal development. We act daily to create, enhance, and sustain a culture of respect and inclusion in the workplace, focusing on equity and justice in its many forms, including racial, social, and environmental justice. We intentionally and relentlessly pursue excellence through introspection, vulnerability, empathy, compassion, learning, and courage. We value our internal and external partnerships as vital drivers of the ambitious goals we pursue. We celebrate and take pride in the following: 

• Named one of the “Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs” by Diverse Magazine.
• Serving a highly diverse student body (click here for more information).
• Leading the way as the #1 ranked institution in the AAU and #3 of all colleges and universities nationally in fostering our students' social mobility.
• Awarded multiple distinctions including philanthropic awards and research grants in experiential learning and career development, voter engagement, student engagement, health and wellness practices, and quality of residential life.

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Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):
Bachelor’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in hand by May 2026. Two (2) years of full-time administrative experience or experience in higher education (student experience may be considered). Project management experience. Experience working with diverse student populations.

Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in higher education or related field. Event/initiative coordination experience. Experience supporting retention-focused initiatives. Experience with Google Workspace, including experience creating electronic forms, managing and organizing data, and running basic queries or reports.

Brief Description of Duties:
The Student Success Program Coordinator is a newly created position within the Division of Student Affairs responsible for advancing campus-wide student success initiatives, with a particular focus on identified and priority student populations. The position operates under the general direction of the Strategic Lead for Student Success and Retention and resides in the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs.
The Program Coordinator supports campus-wide student success and retention efforts, with a particular emphasis on serving identified student populations. As a foundational role on campus, the Program Coordinator assists in operationalizing new initiatives, supporting data-informed outreach, and advancing the institution’s retention and student engagement goals.
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong administrative, communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills, along with excellent organizational and time management abilities and exceptional attention to detail. The role requires frequent interaction with campus partners and students, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
The Program Coordinator will work closely with team members to support the overall effectiveness of new and evolving initiatives. This includes participating in divisional meetings, sharing insights, and contributing to collaborative decision-making processes. The position plays an important role in fostering a cooperative, supportive team culture while working collectively toward shared retention and student success goals.

Program Coordination and Student Outreach

• Support the implementation of retention initiatives that promote belonging, persistence, and academic momentum, ensuring alignment with divisional priorities and established best practices.