Assistant Director for Retention and Student Success

South Carolina State University • Orangeburg, SC

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About The Position

The Assistant Director for Retention and Student Success role is a leadership position focused on improving student persistence, engagement, and academic achievement through targeted programs, data-driven strategies, and collaborative partnerships.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• A minimum of 3–5 years in student success, advising, case management, or retention initiatives
• Experience supporting non-traditional and/or international students

Nice To Haves

• Masters in Higher Education, Counseling, or related field preferred
• At least 3 years of direct supervisory experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal, coaching, data analysis, communication, collaboration, and organizational abilities

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement retention initiatives for diverse student populations, including first-year, transfer, adult, online, and international students
• Design and deliver student success programs such as tutoring, supplemental instruction, academic coaching, and targeted interventions.
• Assess and analyze retention-related data to identify risks, track progress, and evaluate program effectiveness.
• Provide coaching and retention support to students facing academic, financial, or personal challenges.
• Collaborate with academic advising, academic affairs, enrollment management, and faculty to align services with student needs and institutional goals.
• Train and assign academic advisors to ensure effective student support.
• Serve as liaison between students, faculty, departments, and external partners.
• Represent the office on committees, boards, and conferences to promote retention strategies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager