Academic and Student Success Projects Coordinator - Management Analyst Staff Spec

Metropolitan State University•Saint Paul, MN

26d•$30 - $44•Hybrid

About The Position

The Academic & Student Success Projects Coordinator reports directly to the Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs and serves as a key leader in supporting and advancing institutional priorities. Operating under limited supervision, this position exercises independent judgment to lead complex, high-impact projects that span academic and student success initiatives. The Academic & Student Success Projects Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing strategic projects within and across Academic and Student Affairs, ensuring timely execution and alignment with organizational goals. Core duties include developing and implementing effectiveness and co-curricular assessment frameworks, analyzing data to inform decision-making, and driving improvements that support student retention, completion, and transfer. This role is central to fostering a culture of continuous improvement, using evidence-based practices to enhance institutional effectiveness. In an evolving higher education landscape, the Coordinator must demonstrate agility and innovation, anticipating emerging trends and integrating transformative technologies—including generative AI—to optimize processes and improve outcomes. Success in this position requires advanced project management skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while collaborating across departments to achieve measurable results. In addition to leading strategic planning and fostering innovation, the role ensures robust co-curricular assessment practices that align with institutional outcomes. This includes developing frameworks to measure the impact of student engagement activities, analyzing data to inform continuous improvement, and collaborating with faculty and staff to integrate co-curricular learning into the overall student experience. Through these efforts, the position supports evidence-based decision-making and promotes holistic student development. This position encompasses five essential project management and assessment professional roles: narrator, facilitator, change agent, project manager, and methods expert. All employees of Saint Paul College are responsible for promoting a culture that supports collaboration, trust and mutual respect as well as providing excellent customer service continuously to all internal and external contacts.

Requirements

Three (3) years of project management experience or related work required. Master’s degree in Project Management, Social and Behavioral Science, Organizational Development, or related field may substitute for 18 months of experience; Bachelor’s degree for one year of experience; Associate’s degree for six months of experience.
Proficiency in project management and other higher education software and tools (such as CRMs, student information systems, assessment and accreditation platforms, etc.)
Strong analytical skills with experience in data visualization and reporting
Demonstrated knowledge of, and leadership experience in, assessment of student learning, student services programs, and student success initiatives
Project management skills sufficient to manage multiple projects simultaneously from inception through execution, create clear and attainable project objectives, build project requirements, manage project constraints, oversee time and scope of projects, and communicate progress and end results
Effective written and verbal communication skills sufficient to participate in discussions, present complex technical information to both technical and non-technical personnel, and motivate cooperation among members of the college
Demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, religious, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of college students, staff, and faculty.
Applicant must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
The successful candidate under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification.
Advanced skills in stakeholder engagement and facilitation.
Experience with assessment processes and accreditation standards.
Demonstrated ability to anticipate and critically analyze a broad range of complex problems and issues.
Knowledge of emerging technologies, including generative AI, and their application in higher education.
Experience developing, leading, and facilitating workshops and/or retreats.
Experience assisting and leading staff in assessing student learning.
Experience in the Minnesota State System.

Responsibilities

Lead ASA Division Project Management
Advance data analysis and continuous improvement
Facilitate communication and collaboration
Oversee maintenance, functionality, optimization and training for the Planning & Self-Study module of Watermark for Student Services applications.
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the division and maintain the reputation of the organization.

Benefits

11 paid Holidays
Vacation Time
Sick Time
six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500)
a Pension Plan
457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options
pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts
employer paid life insurance
short and long term disability
professional development
a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents