Bowie State University Hiring for Transition and Retention Specialist – Title III at Bowie, MD Full Time

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Position Title:

Transition and Retention Specialist

Class Title:

Saff

Regular or Contingent II:

Contingent II (more than 6 mos)

FLSA:

Exempt

Salary Range:

$55,000-$65,000

Open Date:

04/25/2023

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Coordinate and manage all New Student Orientations (NSO) programs and events for freshman, transfer, graduate students, and their families.
• Focus orientation efforts that specifically target each population: first-year, transfer, first generation, adult learners, veterans, and international students.
• Identify NSO Leaders and Bulldog Ambassadors each academic year.
• Develop and implement a leadership focused training program for NSO leaders and Bulldog Ambassadors.
• Develop and implement program assessment and evaluation plans for orientation programs, campus visitation and the orientation leader programs. Maintain records and statistics.
• Oversee campus visits, and the coordination of individualized welcome sessions for visiting groups and families.
• Plan, develop, schedule, and implement the day-to-day operations of the NSO, campus visitation and other transitional programs.
• Work collaboratively with faculty, staff and students across divisions to ensure successful execution of new student programming.
• Manage event registration.
• Manage budgets, vendors, and payments related to marketing, advertising, and other event expenses.
• Work and coordinate with University Relations and Marketing to develop and create material Bulldog.
• Serve as a direct supervisor to Orientation Leaders, Bulldog Ambassadors, student workers, and office volunteers.
• Manage the transition of newly accepted students through to matriculation.

Education:

Bachelor’s degreed in related field.

Experience:

Two years of relevant work experience required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities :

• Knowledge and understanding of computer systems and software packages. Proficient in MS Word, MS Publisher, MS PowerPoint, and MS Excel
• Must possess excellent organizational, project management, communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be attentive to details and deadlines, flexible, and able to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work independently and project a professional and positive image
• Demonstrated ability to successfully plan and implement large scale events.
• A self-starter with demonstrated abilities to plan, organize, prioritize, and execute complicated and continuing assignments without instruction and respond quickly to changing priorities.
• Effective oral and written communications and project management skills, including the ability to present complex information and organize data to audiences with varied backgrounds (students, faculty/staff, parents, etc.).
• Ability to project a professional, polished image and provide outstanding customer service.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build good relationships with peers and to interact with senior administrators and other campus constituencies.

Conditions of Employment :

Please be advised, COVID-19 vaccinations are encouraged but not required for eligible faculty and staff employed by Bowie State University. This protocol is subject to change.

Other :

This is a Union Position.

BSU offers a generous benefits package, which includes 22 vacation days, 13 holidays, 15 sick days; comprehensive health insurance and retirement options; and tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any of the University System of Maryland schools.

For best consideration, please apply by May 25, 2023.

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https://bowiestate.peopleadmin.com/postings/2784