Coordinator | STEM Student Support Services (Pullman, WA)

Washington State University • Pullman, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Office of Academic Engagement is now accepting applications for a Coordinator in their STEM Student Support Services. As the Coordinator, you will be responsible for effective advising and implementation of a major program and student success initiative focused on supporting retention and success of the increasingly diverse population of individuals pursuing a career in the fields of STEM and Health Sciences. Working alongside the Director to provide expertise and support, major responsibilities include: advising and counseling of students; developing and executing student programming; functioning as a liaison with University faculty, supervisors, and internal and external constituents; monitoring and evaluating student services and operational effectiveness, and; supervising a team of undergraduate and graduate student workers providing critical services. The Coordinator is charged with carrying out the mission and strategic plan of the organization through effective and efficient coordination of operations, the development of opportunities, stakeholder relations, and strategic initiatives. Individuals who are first-generation college students/graduates or from low-income backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of professional work experience in student services or related education/experience
• Experience leading or directing the work of others
• Experience working successfully with students, faculty, staff, administrators, and/or the public
• Experience with programming, student services, and assessment
• Broad knowledge of and work experience with student transition issues and retention related to the target population
• Well-developed computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability and willingness to work some weekends and evenings

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in STEM education or related field
• Experience with programs serving the target populations
• Experience in conflict and crisis management
• Ability to work effectively and positively in a highly collaborative environment
• Well-developed written, verbal, organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills
• Extensive problem-solving and decision-making skills

Responsibilities

• Advising and counseling of students
• Developing and executing student programming
• Functioning as a liaison with University faculty, supervisors, and internal and external constituents
• Monitoring and evaluating student services and operational effectiveness
• Supervising a team of undergraduate and graduate student workers providing critical services
• Carrying out the mission and strategic plan of the organization through effective and efficient coordination of operations, the development of opportunities, stakeholder relations, and strategic initiatives

Benefits

• Paid sick and vacation leave
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
• Retirement
• Deferred compensation
• Optional supplemental retirement accounts
• Training and development
• Employee tuition waiver

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees