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Student Success Coach

Employer
Ball State University
Location
Indiana, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Jun 3, 2023

Job Details

Posting Details

Position Information

Ball State is a great place to work! In fact, Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer—and the only recognized education institution—in the State of Indiana. Learn More

Position Title

Student Success Coach

About this Opportunity

Our Statement on Inclusiveness

At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness’ as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’ As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.

Benefits and Community

Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.
  • Affordable Healthcare

  • Retirement

  • Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Professional Development

Live Near Your Work - If you are considering living near the Ball State area, please visit the following link to learn more about relocation and living in east central Indiana:

https://www.bsu.edu/about/live-near-your-work

FLSA

Administrative Exemption

Hrs/Week

40

Length of Assignment

Full-Time At-Will

Position Function

This position will coach, mentor, and guide high-priority, high-need students to include academically at-risk students through a caseload support model. This position will provide comprehensive academic coaching and student success strategies to help students maintain academic progress and timely degree completion, ensure appropriate and accurate academic records, execute departmental/divisional administrative policies, and use judgement and discretion appropriately.

Minimum Education

Master’s degree from an accredited institution by date of employment.

Minimum Experience

One year of experience in academic advising, student services, counseling, academic coaching, or related field.

Minimum Other

Authorization to work in the US

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Education

Preferred Experience

At least three years of experience in academic advising, student services, counseling, or related field in higher education; familiarity with Ball State curriculum; familiarity with Banner and Degree Works.

Preferred Other

Ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, and administration; ability to identify barriers to students success and facilitate effective remedies; ability to synthesize information and prioritize goals; ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal platforms; ability to maintain confidentiality and respect for diversity; ability to utilize advising software tools.

Accredited coach certification (i.e., ICF, NCACE )

Pre-Employment Screening

Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.

Position Title(s) Supervised

None.

Required Certifications

EEO Statement

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

About Ball State University

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

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Department

Office of Dean of Univ College:171130

Department Information

Department Email or Phone Number

7651189

Duties & Responsibilities

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Job Duty

Manage and maintain regular contact with student caseloads to nurture students and assist in their academic journey.

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2

Job Duty

Support students and provide services in person and remotely, as needed.

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3

Job Duty

Monitor student academic progress, communicating with each student regularly on a personalized basis; intervene as necessary to assist those students having difficulty.

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4

Job Duty

Serve as a coach and mentor to students to aid in their development of the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and beliefs they need to succeed in collage and their careers.

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Job Duty

Collaborate with students’ assigned academic advisor(s) to help student understand and develop a degree plan and timely graduation plan.

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Job Duty

Regularly use student success technology to manage caseload, facilitate outreach, conduct campaigns, and input documentation/notes on student services and individualized success plans.

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7

Job Duty

Maintain accurate records of student advising, mentoring, tutoring, contacts, progress towards degree, and other student learning activities.

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8

Job Duty

Liaison with Disability Services and other support areas across campus to provide learning assistant to high priority, high need students.

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9

Job Duty

Participate in regular training and professional development to maintain and increase skill sets.

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10

Job Duty

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

202301318P

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

07/03/2023

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

06/03/2023

Applications Accepted Through Date

06/12/2023

Open Until Filled

No

Information regarding transcripts

The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Special Instructions Summary

Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values , including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Undergraduate Transcripts
  2. Master's Transcripts


Company

Ball State

Founded in 1918 in Muncie, Indiana, the public research university has grown to more than 22500 students

Spirited and motivated, we learn, grow, and take flight. Our faculty and staff—everyone in our community—embrace students as learning partners from day one. In classrooms and labs, in immersive learning projects, on the sports fields—with creativity and determination—Cardinals Fly. We are grounded in our values, lifted by our knowledge, and go confidently upward toward ever greater opportunities. Ours is a simple promise: to challenge each other to excel. And with Beneficence as our guide—We Fly.

 

We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!

The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay. 

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