Student Success Specialist for College of Science and Engineering
Houston Baptist University•Houston, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
The Student Success Specialist (SSS) for the College of Science and Engineering is responsible for holistically supporting STEM students, including intervening with academically at-risk students, providing career fair and faculty advising support, and academically advising a cohort of students. This role is non-exempt and has no direct reports.
Requirements
- Commitment to the ministry and mission of Houston Christian University
- Ability and willingness to disciple students and foster spiritual growth
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work as a member of a team
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university (preferably in a field of study within their assigned academic unit)
Responsibilities
- Academically advises all students in assigned College of Science and Engineering cohort
- Provides holistic support for students in COSE through one-on-one coaching
- Promotes and engages with career fairs and career development for specific academic unit
- Administers faculty advising training for the College of Science and Engineering
- Serves as science advising knowledge resource for faculty advisors
- Performs interventions, tracks, and creates maps to success for academically at-risk students in cohort
- Builds awareness of university-based services (e.g. advising, career services, campus recreation, student organizations, tutoring) to promote holistic student development
- Assists the Lead SSS for the College of Science and Engineering in developing and implementing retention and early intervention programs for students
- Participates and leads in planning and implementation of the Summer Launch program, including active involvement during the week of the program
- Represents department and academically advises at Pre-Registration and orientation events
- Supports on campus events for the College of Science and Engineering
- Aids in social, academic, and spiritual integration to support student engagement and success
- Contributes to students’ discipleship and spiritual growth as key component of student success and development
- Performs other duties as assigned by direct supervisor
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
