Strategic Learning Specialist

Gonzaga Main Campus, WashingtonRegular full-time (staff 30+ hours)Closing at: Dec :55 PSTTitle: Strategic Learning SpecialistVP Area: Center for Student Academic SuccessDepartment: Learning StrategiesWork Schedule: Fixed daytime hours Monday-FridayTelework Availability: On-campus PositionFLSA Status: Non-ExemptEmployee Classification: Regular full-time (staff 30+ hours)Hours per week: 40Months per year: 12Job Purpose:The Strategic Learning Specialist provides academic success programs to the Gonzaga Community. These programs increase students' level of academic success by supporting effective academic skills and techniques through collaborative programs of academic support and education.Essential Functions:60% - Program CoordinationUse a variety of methods to identify areas of student need and the most effective and appropriate means of delivering academic support.Support and coordination of all LSM sponsored academic programs.Provide students direction in effective use of academic strategies.Help students develop understanding of effective learning strategies through a variety of approaches.Make appropriate referrals and work closely with other offices when necessary.Create and deliver training and information regarding successful college learning strategy techniques and methods to faculty and staff on campus.Supervise LSM student employees by creating and providing relevant training opportunities and consistent feedback to build their peer-to-peer academic support abilities.Support other peer-to-peer student groups by creating and providing relevant training opportunities that align with LSM programs to build their consistency across campus-wide peer-to-peer academic supports.Create, develop, and deliver programming for the greater campus community to include workshops, presentations, and custom-tailored lessons for staff, faculty and students.Manage the marketing and communication on current programs and opportunities to the campus community.20% - Data ManagementMaintain detailed records and track data to maintain program requirements for program effectiveness and certification.Use technology to maintain student notes, generate program reports and access data.Track and monitor student employees' performance and trainings.Prepare regular reports for programs and makes suggestions for improvement.10% - Center for Student Academic Success ProgramsAssist CSAS staff in program coordination and delivery.Support faculty and staff in coordinating general student support for academic success.Additional Duties as Assigned by the DepartmentEducational Requirement:Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent ExperienceYears of Related Experience Requirement:3 yearsIn lieu of the educational qualifications, candidates may qualify with equivalent professional experience at a ratio of one year of experience for each year of required education.Skills & Abilities:Degree in social sciences, education, or other related field.Ability to maintain composure in fast paced work environment.Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities with frequent interruptions.Demonstrated ability to operate with a high level of confidently and discretion.Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate intricate job-related processes to internal and external customers.Working knowledge of office productivity software such as Microsoft Office Suite.Preferred Qualifications:Specific training and/or experience in the areas of metacognition and learning.Master's Degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Sciences, Education, or another related field.Physical & On-Campus Requirements:In-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/weekStanding/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Often (50%-75% of time)Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Often (50%-75% of time)Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight (e.g., 50 pounds): Rarely (1%-49% of time)Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Daily (>75% of time)Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time)The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position: $22.54 to $28.17 per hourPay Range:Minimum Salary (Non-Exempt): 22.20Midpoint Salary (Non-Exempt): 27.74Maximum Salary (Non-Exempt): 33.28Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement or a signing bonus?: FalseAt this time, the University has suspended all new H1B visa sponsorships.