Student Affairs Program Specialist

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Position Title:

Student Affairs Program Specialist

Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Terminal (Fixed Term)

Job Profile:

Stdnt Affairs Prog Spec

Job Duties:

Provides subject matter expertise in the development and execution of programs within the scope of student learning and development. Organizes the facilitation and development of curriculum design for on-going and new educational initiatives. Strives to create a welcoming, equitable, and inclusive work environment.

The Student Support Services (SSS) Coordinator responsibility includes serving as a success coach to the students served in the TRiO SSS program, the Undergraduate Lawton Retention grants scholars, and coordinates the two weeks summer residential English for College (EFC) camp. Looking for someone who has experience and enjoys working with students, training and development, programming, community outreach and collaboration with excellent written, oral, and organizational skills.

At least 50% of this position is a grant funded through the Department of Education for the period of 9/25/2025-9/24/2030. This is an academic staff appointment that will be reviewed annually and is contingent on continuation of funding by the U.S. Department of Education.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Creates and maintains schedules, logistics, and resources for one or multiple student affairs programs, activities, and/or services

• Generates and analyzes reports of curricular and unit outcomes

• Serves as a subject matter expert regarding student affairs to internal and external stakeholders

• Organizes student-focused programming and resources to promote new and ongoing educational initiatives

• Writes, edits, and publishes content for various communication projects and marketing platforms to align with strategic initiatives and established communication campaigns

Department:

Student Experience and Transformation

Compensation:

$45,000-$48,000 based on education and experience

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Two years of experience providing academic advising, coaching, and/or mentoring students
• Two years of experience working with disadvantaged students such as low-income, first-generation students and/or person with disabilities
• Demonstrated experience in assessing student strengths and weaknesses, developing and monitoring individual success plans based upon assessment results
• Demonstrated experience or evidence of effective interpersonal communication skills that demonstrate the ability to work with, sensitivity to the needs, and build rapport with students who are low-income, first-generation students and/or person with disabilities, university partners, and stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in counseling, higher education, or a related field
• A minimum of one year of experience providing academic advising, coaching, and/or mentoring college students
• Demonstrated computer skills in working with student record keeping databases (i.e., Peoplesoft, Navigate or similar system), data analysis skills, and MS Office Suite.

Terms of Employment:

This is a grant funded position through the Department of Education for the period of 9/25/2025-9/24/2030. This is an academic staff appointment that will be reviewed annually and is contingent on continuation of funding by the U.S. Department of Education.

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. UW-Stevens Point does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position.

How to Apply:

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 12/7/2025 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee until the position is filled. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents:

• Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience

• Resume

• Unofficial Transcripts

(Official Transcripts may be required of finalist)

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply three (3) professional references/one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor. (Preference to supply five (5) professional references/two (2) of which being a current or former supervisors.) Your references will be required to answer questions regarding misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Contact Information:

For additional information regarding the position, please call or email:

Caitlin Alba, Position Contact, Search and Screen Committee

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Phone:

If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted your application with missing materials, please call or email:

Human Resources

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Special Notes:

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An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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