Lead Student Success Specialist

Lubbock

39811BR

Student Engagement

Position Description

Supports ongoing academic success and persistence through graduation by leading specialized retention initiatives and programs. Utilizes early alert systems and institutional data to design large-scale intervention plans. Oversees a team of Student Success Specialists who are each embedded in a specific academic college. May work directly with a cohort of students to provide holistic student success support through developing academic development plans, providing resource referrals, and assisting with academic and career goal setting. The Lead Student Success Specialist position is currently restricted for use in Academic Innovation & Student Success.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions

Manages a team of Student Success Specialists (6-8), including conducting regular meetings and performance management. Works with Student Success Specialists team to hire, train, and develop staff. Builds strong College and campus partnerships through regular communication and collaborative efforts. Assists with program development, assessment, and growth. Implements specific initiatives such as completion campaigns and enrollment campaigns in conjunction with the Raider Success Hub. Presents to groups of students, parents, and faculty/staff members about critical issues in student success. May teach at least one assigned section of RRP 1100: Raider Ready for incoming students with the goal of helping them achieve academic and personal success. May provide direct support to a special population of students (i.e. former Tech students, students returning from suspension, etc.). Other administrative responsibilities intended to accomplish individual and departmental goals.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and three years of experience developing or managing programs or projects. Additional job related experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

The diverse nature of this position requires a professional with knowledge of and/or experience with student development programs on a college campus. A master's degree in counseling, higher education, or other related field is strongly preferred.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Minimum Hire Rate

4000

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Academic Support Professionals

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.