Director of Student Retention and Persistence

3 weeks ago


Manhattan, Kansas, United States Kansas State University Full time
About This Role:

Kansas State University is seeking a visionary leader to spearhead student retention and persistence efforts. As the Director of Student Retention and Persistence, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing student success and persistence rates while fostering a supportive academic environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with academic departments, student support services, and administrative units to implement retention and persistence initiatives effectively.
  • Design and implement retention and persistence programs and initiatives based on leading indicator data that address the unique needs of at-promise student populations.
  • Lead K-State efforts to provide proactive support and outreach to at-promise students through data-informed personalized interventions and connections to campus resources.
  • Prepare regular reports and presentations on progress, outcomes, and initiatives of validating agents for university leadership, stakeholders, and external partners.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree
  • 5 to 10 years of relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree or higher in Education, Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in higher education administration or a related area, with a focus on student retention, persistence, and success.
  • Demonstrated experience in data analysis and assessment methodologies.
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across departments and levels of the organization.
What We Offer:
  • A comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays.
  • A supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters a culture of student success.

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