Coordinator, Office of Student Learning
The University of Iowa Office of Student Learning is hiring a dedicated Coordinator! (100% appointment)
The Coordinator within the Office of Student Learning has a key role in strengthening and facilitating departmental and institutional efforts to promote undergraduate student learning through the Supplemental Instruction (SI) program, Peer Led Undergraduate Study (PLUS) course, Academic Success Workshops, Academic Support Collaborative, and Tutor Certification Program (TCP). They will also have the opportunity to:
· Coordinate and plan academic success workshops for colleges, student groups, and others on campus and oversee the curriculum development and implementation.
· Collaborate with campus partners, faculty, and OSL colleagues to coordinate the SI program, PLUS course, and other student learning efforts.
· Design and facilitate effective training for student employees, including but not limited to SI Leaders, PLUS Leaders, and Peer Learning Connectors (PLCs).
· And more!
For a full job description, including all duties and competencies assigned, please e-mail the contact listed below. Visit: Job Opportunities (Org 02 & 35) to see all job opening with the Office of the Provost at the University of Iowa.
About the Department:
Through campus partnerships, the Office of Student Learning provides leadership and support of campus-wide academic success efforts through various initiatives and programs. We strive to support the academic success of all undergraduate students
Required Qualifications:
· A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
· Reasonable (1 – 3 years) experience working in higher education within a student success, retention, or support capacity.
· Familiarity with collegiate academic and administrative procedures (e.g. admissions, registration, financial aid, academic advising, orientation, etc.).
Competencies Required:
· Demonstrates a working proficiency level in the following competencies:
o Ability to work developmentally with students; ability to promote student learning, development, and success by applying advising approaches to various individual student situations.
o Knowledge of and the ability to provide new incoming students with a welcoming environment and to help familiarize them with school facilities, policies, services, and expectations for college success and retention.
o The ability to establish and build healthy working relationships and partnerships with people from various backgrounds within and external to own unit.
o Knowledge of and ability to coordinate and support academic activities through computer-based academic support system/application.
o Ability to analyze situations fully and accurately and reach productive decisions that resolve the problems in the best interest of the unit.
· Demonstrates an extensive proficiency level in the following competencies:
o Knowledge and application of the communication techniques and relationship building skills that develop the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner, including effective listening.
Desirable Qualifications:
· A Master’s degree in higher education, student development, student affairs, counseling, or a related field is highly desired.
· Reasonable (1-3 years) experience with student retention approaches, principles, and theories that strengthen student learning.
· Reasonable (1-3 years) experience with student supervision.
· Experience teaching or supporting undergraduate students in their learning.
· Demonstrates working knowledge of and ability to utilize tools, techniques, and processes for gathering and reporting data (project assessment) (specifically for analyzing college student retention trends, preferred).
To Apply:
To be eligible for consideration, applicants must upload BOTH of the following and mark them each as a “Relevant File” to the job submission:
· a current resume
· a cover letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the process.
The University will not sponsor any work authorization for this role.
Work Modality:
This position is eligible for hybrid work within Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $46,000 - $51,000, with the top of the range reserved for exceptionally qualified applicants. This position includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.
Reach out to Monica Frank to learn more about benefits, compensation practices, and career development opportunities.
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The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
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