Student Success Program Director

Florida Polytechnic University•JD Alexander Florida Polytechnic Main Campus, FL

2d•$72,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Make a difference at one of Florida’s premier institutions for education in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Florida Polytechnic University, ranked the No. 1 public college in the region by U.S. News and World Report, offers a unique working environment that encourages faculty and staff to be part of a culture that prizes collaboration, innovation, and the willingness to go above and beyond to ensure our students and University succeed. Florida Poly offers a small campus academic environment where students form connections with their faculty and peers as they pursue high-value degrees in engineering and applied sciences. The University is equipped with cutting-edge facilities and equipment and two award-winning, architecturally distinct academic buildings. Its evolving curriculum, designed to meet the needs of industry and provide a life-long educational foundation for students, has helped the institution grow in prominence since its opening in 2014. Florida Poly’s deliberately small classes, affordability, and outstanding graduate outcomes have helped it earn recognitions such as being named a top value school, in the top 25 nationally for affordability, and in the top five best universities in the South for tech students. Accredited by ABET and SACSCOC, Florida Poly is educating some of the brightest minds in Florida and attracting standout talent from across the nation.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited college/university, preferably in Higher Education, Educational Management, Educational Leadership, Public Administration, Disability Studies, Special Education, Communication, Counseling, or related field.
Three years of relevant experience in a role that directly supports students and student success initiatives.
One year of supervisory experience.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
This position requires a criminal background check, which may include a Level II screening as required by Florida Statute §435.04.
This position is subject to federal and state privacy regulations.

Nice To Haves

Five years of relevant experience in a role that directly supports students and student success initiatives.
Experience with Banner (Student Information System).
Experience with assessment, strategic planning, and retention initiatives.
Knowledge of student success strategies
Understanding of student development theory
Budget forecasting and management
Database management techniques
Work as part of a management team dedicated to student success
Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to present in front of large audiences
Plan, manage, and organize competing tasks to meet established timelines
Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and operational oversight for the Student Success Center.
Lead the ongoing analysis and evaluation of campus-wide student success needs.
Oversee the development and delivery of student success training, materials, workshops, seminars, programs, and professional development initiatives.
Support student retention through data-informed interventions.
Serve on university committees.
Develop, implement, evaluate, and assess programs and services that support student success and retention.
Utilize data, predictive analytics, and assessment methods to identify trends and inform interventions.
Collaborate with campus and community partners.
Represent the Student Success Center at campus-wide events (i.e., Admission events, University Commencement).
Other duties as assigned.