State University of New York at New Paltz Looking for Student Retention Assistant Full Time

Department: Enrollment Management/VP Enrollment Management

Duties

The State University of New York (SUNY) at New Paltz, the leading comprehensive public university in the Mid-Hudson Valley, seeks candidates for the position of Student Retention Assistant in the division of Enrollment Management. The Student Retention Assistant works collaboratively with university advisors, the student services offices, and institutional research to develop and report on metrics that are predictive of student success.

Duties for the role include but are not limited to:

• Partners with Information Technology Services and the Office of Institutional Research to develop a system track, analyze and share broadly key indicators on student success and persistence.
• Serves as technical lead for advising case load management platform, currently Starfish, and liaises with advisors and Information Technology Service. Provides training as needed.
• Communicates with key stakeholders including faculty, administrators, advisors, and students in support of persistence and retention goals.
• Works with Institutional Research to develop metrics for tracking success in all student groups and report out this information.
• Monitors and reports on effectiveness of retention programs such as those offered through the Center for Student Success such as the Academic Recovery programs, academic coaching, and outreach to students in academic jeopardy.
• Develops a student “report card” with key indicators to promote academic excellence and for early warning.
• Utilizes relevant University data systems to support efforts (Banner, Degree Works, Argos, Slate and Starfish).

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Two years or more in higher education or related experience
• Experience with data collection, reporting, analysis
• Knowledge of student information databases
• Strong planning, organizational and collaborative skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities, and to be independently motivated

Preferred:

• Master’s degree and three or more years of experience in higher education
• Experience with Banner, Argos, and Slate
• Experience with Starfish or similar platform
• Ability to work both in a team setting as well as independently

Special Instructions to Applicants

Electronic submissions required. Individuals with disabilities who need assistance with the application process should call (845) 257-3628.

Candidates will be required to electronically submit:

• cover letter
• resume
• contact information for three professional references

Please apply by visiting https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/2328

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled

Other important information about this vacancy

This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country; see them here: https://www.suny.edu/benefits/benefit-summaries/. The State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective, public college that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and other nearby recreational and cultural amenities.

SUNY New Paltz recognizes the unique skills, perspective, talents and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work here is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members-students, faculty and staff. The College’s commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. New Paltz continues to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply.

The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer.

Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three year period. Please refer to the University Police Web site for the complete Annual Security Report (Clery Report) at https://www.newpaltz.edu/police/clery-compliance/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/