Student Affairs Program Specialist

University of Wisconsin Stout • Stevens Point, WI

14d • $45,000

About The Position

Provides subject matter expertise in the development and execution of programs within the scope of student learning and development. Organizes the facilitation and development of curriculum design for on-going and new educational initiatives. Strives to create a welcoming, equitable, and inclusive work environment. The Student Support Services (SSS) Coordinator responsibility includes serving as a success coach to the students served in the TRiO SSS program, the Undergraduate Lawton Retention grants scholars, and coordinates the two weeks summer residential English for College (EFC) camp. Looking for someone who has experience and enjoys working with students, training and development, programming, community outreach and collaboration with excellent written, oral, and organizational skills. At least 50% of this position is a grant funded through the Department of Education for the period of 9/25/2025-9/24/2030. This is an academic staff appointment that will be reviewed annually and is contingent on continuation of funding by the U.S. Department of Education.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Two years of experience providing academic advising, coaching, and/or mentoring students
• Two years of experience working with disadvantaged students such as low-income, first-generation students and/or person with disabilities
• Demonstrated experience in assessing student strengths and weaknesses, developing and monitoring individual success plans based upon assessment results
• Demonstrated experience or evidence of effective interpersonal communication skills that demonstrate the ability to work with, sensitivity to the needs, and build rapport with students who are low-income, first-generation students and/or person with disabilities, university partners, and stakeholders

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in counseling, higher education, or a related field
• A minimum of one year of experience providing academic advising, coaching, and/or mentoring college students
• Demonstrated computer skills in working with student record keeping databases (i.e. Peoplesoft, Navigate or similar system), data analysis skills, and MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Writes, edits, and publishes content for various communication projects and marketing platforms to align with strategic initiatives and established communication campaigns
• Organizes student-focused programming and resources to promote new and ongoing educational initiatives
• Serves as a subject matter expert regarding student affairs to internal and external stakeholders
• Generates and analyzes reports of curricular and unit outcomes
• Creates and maintains schedules, logistics, and resources for one or multiple student affairs programs, activities, and/or services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees