COSI ASAPB Student Success Coach

Adams State University•Alamosa, CO

About The Position

Adams State University is seeking a compassionate and mission-driven professional to serve as a cornerstone of student success. This self-motivated individual will go beyond traditional advising to holistically equip students with the tools, resources, and confidence needed to navigate their academic journey. The ideal candidate possesses the empathy to connect with a diverse student body and the excellent communication skills required to advocate for student needs across campus. The Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative Accelerated Study in Academic Programs (COSI ASAP) Student Success Coach will be responsible for coordinating, developing, and implementing support services under the guidelines, policies, and mission of COSI ASAP and the Colorado Department of Higher Education in collaboration with Adams State University. This position provides direct service and support to students through comprehensive academic and career planning from the point of admission to graduation. Provides learning strategy support, graduation planning, and monitoring student progress toward degree. Specific responsibilities include the provision of guidance and mentoring to optimize the student experience and, in turn, improve student retention and success. Provides services related to orientation, registration, assessment of learning, referral, and facilitates student engagement in academic and career planning activities and the life of the university. The position is Grant funded and continuation of the position is based on approval of the Grant Award.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution
2 Years of prior relevant work experience
Knowledge of financial aid/scholarships and college admission requirements and processes
Demonstrated success in coordinating with different teams and diverse groups to achieve shared goals
Ability to develop strong partnerships and connections with internal and external support services
Highly skilled in tracking student performance metrics and milestones ensuring high fidelity to grant reporting requirements
Strong organizational skills and detail oriented
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proven ability in developing and delivering student seminars and workshops that support academic success and personal growth.
Proficiency with Google Workspace

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Education or closely related field
Experience working in a higher education environment specifically in advising
Bilingual, Spanish preferred
Knowledge and experience working with underserved populations
Strong understanding of the needs of freshmen and transfer college students
Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed
Strong computer skills, Proficiency with Workday and aptitude to learn new systems as needed

Responsibilities

Conduct outreach and intense one-on-one and small group coaching sessions with students
Serve as a mentor, resource liaison, and advocate for students
Assist students in becoming independent learners by providing them with the knowledge and resources on how to navigate through a postsecondary system to foster self-sufficiency and academic persistence
Promote essential skills and techniques related to time management, study strategies, and the use of all resources
Provide career development and advising activities to increase student awareness and preparation.
Identify and recruit potential students for the COSI ASAP program
Assist with the FAFSA and scholarship application processes
Collaborate and coordinate closely with student advisors, career services, the accommodations office, and tutoring departments to ensure student success
Network and develop partnerships with existing programs that will provide students with resources, academic support, and opportunities to boost co-curricular participation
Collaborate with on-campus/school partner contacts
Intensive program and institutional data tracking and reporting of student progress
Monitor and track academic progress
Prepare weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports
Actively participate in weekly meetings with the COSI ASAP grants director
Meet with COSI ASAP state contact once per semester or as needed
Attend COSI annual symposium and out-of-state trainings