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Student Success and Graduation Specialist
1 month ago
Position Information
Position Details Position Title Student Success and Graduation Specialist Position Number 997350 Position Status Full-Time Regular Work Hours Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm Location Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus Description University Overview Wichita State University has a long tradition of innovation and entrepreneurship that spurs the economy and serves the needs of the local community. This is the place where anything is possible. Where collaboration and innovative ideas shape the future, and entrepreneurship is in our bones. If you have the creativity, passion and insight to help us build a brighter future for our city, state and world—this is the place where you belong. Position Specific Responsibilities The Student Success and Graduation Specialist will provide comprehensive student success services to BSB undergraduate students specializing in outreach efforts to support students as they persist toward their graduation goals and will coordinate final degree checkout and commencement ceremony responsibilities with assistance from other members of the BSSC. The Student Success and Graduation Specialist will 1- Audit applications for degree as submitted by students, ensure eligibility for graduation, and completes degree checkouts at the end of each semester for conferral of degrees. 2- Coordinate BSB college responsibilities for commencement ceremonies, 3- Develop initiatives to improve graduation rates and successful persistence to completion of degree, 4- Serve as primary point of contact and presents students exceptions requests to college and university exceptions committees, 5- Highlight students who meet requirements for continued studies in graduate programs and provide a smooth transition between undergraduate and graduate studies. 6- Continue regular coordination of student support services for assigned students. If you are interested, please apply below. Summary of Responsibilities Advises students concerning their academic plans, progress, and academic and career goals in order to assist students in making personal education decisions and meeting graduation requirements. Interprets student needs and provides individualized service and assistance while maintaining confidentiality. Essential Functions Provides students with information on how to complete their college degree and refers students to appropriate campus and community services and resources when needed.Serves as a resource person to faculty and others with regard to academic advising policies and procedures. May review and optimize procedures as needed.
May assist in the development of and participates in recruitment and retention activities related to the student population such as monitoring educational progress and/or providing application or other assistance. May maintain confidential student records and personal information.
May conduct or participate in seminars, workshops or orientation sessions for students on academic, career and personal success strategies and other group activities. Commitment Wichita State University is the only urban-serving public university in Kansas and has the most diverse student body of all the Kansas state universities. Wichita State recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran. Wichita State University has a clear goal in this regard: to be a university that promotes inclusive excellence at every level of our organization. We pride ourselves on being the most innovative university in Kansas, delivering the best educational experience to our students with the distinction for opening pathways to real-life learning, applied research and career opportunities that make people want to stay in Kansas. Our campus provides an experience that promotes all forms of inclusive excellence; a place to learn, work, live and play. Requirements Minimum Education Bachelor’s degree in related field by hire date. Preferred Education Minimum Experience One (1) year of experience in student services or related field. Every 15 hours of graduate college coursework beyond a bachelor’s degree can be substituted for one (1) year of experience. Preferred Experience Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Familiarity with Banner, Blackboard, & SSC Navigate platforms. Advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, & Power Point), and Adobe Acrobat
Demonstrated proactive approaches to being innovative, strategic problem solving and decision making.
Strong organizational, operations and time management skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
Superior written and verbal communication skills
Collaborative team player with a positive attitude, energy, enthusiasm and great sense of humor.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including faculty, staff, and students. Licenses, Certificates and Registrations None Sponsorship No, due to budget constraints, the University will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position. User Export Compliance No export control requirement. Additional Information Special Instructions Department Information Department 102005-Barton Sch Student Success Center Salary Information Pay Information Pay range beginning at $40,000/yr. and commensurate with experience Overtime Eligibility Yes Eligible for Shift Differential? No Benefits Eligible? Yes Benefit Information Wichita State University and the State of Kansas offer a variety of benefit programs which are designed to enhance employment. Many of these benefits are available immediately and some with a wait period.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision and supplemental coverage offerings
• Retirement plan with generous employer contributions
• Basic employer-paid life insurance and optional life insurance
• Employee and Dependent Tuition Assistance Program
• Generous time off accruals
• Full time 12-month employees typically accrue 22 vacation days and 12 days of sick leave per year in addition to 9 annual paid holidays designated by the State of Kansas.
• Additional holidays and/or a discretionary day can be granted by the governor each year.
• Part-time employee accruals are on a pro-rated basis.
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Shared Leave Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on campus and throughout Wichita through ShockerStart
You can find more information on benefits in the .
Requisition Details
Requisition Details Posting Date 07/18/2024 Closing Date Proposed Start Date 08/04/2024
Physical Demands
Physical Requirements Physical Requirements Ability to remain in a stationary position. – Frequent 60-90%Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. – Frequent 60-90%
Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information. – Frequent 60-90% Physical Weight Category Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves remaining stationary most of the time. Additional Physical Demands Physical Demands Atypical Physical Job Requirements
