Graduate Student Academic Affairs Coordinator

A Graduate Student Academic Affairs Coordinator will provide essential administrative student support services to help facilitate the recruitment, retention, and academic success of the School of Education (SOE) graduate student population.

Primary responsibilities include the following:

* Maintaining graduate student files and forms (e.g., capstone forms); ensuring compliance with SOE, Graduate School, and LUC academic policies and procedures as well as alignment across all of these policies

* Supporting faculty and program chairs/coordinators in monitoring and documenting student progress towards program completion (i.e., comprehensive exams, completion of required course work) to ensure that required program requirements are met in a timely manner and prior to graduation

* Internal SOE support for graduate student accommodations and advocate for student success. Referring students to appropriate campus and off-campus resources to support their academic and professional success

* Development and implementation of professional development opportunities and support for graduate students, may include coordination and collaboration with the Graduate School and the SOE Student Development Committee

* Coordinate with Assistant Dean in the areas of:

o Graduate Student Assessment, Licensure and Degree Audits

o New graduate student orientation planning and delivery

o Recruitment, Admissions and alumni events

o Commencement and graduation events

o Retention and persistence, including outreach/advising to active and inactive students and outreach/advising to students on probation or those receiving academic alerts

The Graduate Student Academic Affairs Coordinator will be knowledgeable about program requirements as well as University and State licensure requirements, School and University policies, procedures, and key deadlines. Proficiency in various University systems, including but not limited to DocFinity, Business Intelligence, Sakai and Locus, are required.

The Graduate Student Academic Affairs Coordinator will be expected to participate in School and/or University Committees, as needed as well as other duties as assigned. The successful candidate in this role must be able to work independently as well as part of a team on various projects. As such, a high level of organization and collaboration is required.

Application Materials:

* Cover Letter

* CV including 2 references

Master's degree in higher education or related field, with at least 2 years work experience in higher education.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Bachelors degree

* Experience working in education settings

Preferred Qualifications:

* Master's degree in education or related field preferred, with at least 2 years of work experience in higher education

* Experience working with a diverse graduate-level population

* Familiarity of Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) licensing strongly preferred

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Proficiency in various University systems, including but not limited to Sakai and Locus, is required.
Additionally, proficiency in Digication and DocFinity is required for the collection and management of relevant data for field work and other ISBE and accreditation needs.

Loyola University Chicago is a private Jesuit University founded in 1870 by the Society of Jesus. One of the largest Catholic Universities in the United States, Loyola's professional schools include programs in medicine, nursing, and health sciences anchored by the Loyola University Medical Center, and the Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Comprised of thirteen colleges and schools, Loyola University Chicago offers more than 80 undergraduate and 140 graduate/professional programs while enrolling approximately 17,000 students. In addition to offering a world class educational experience, Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. Our benefits are centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We offer medical, dental, vision, 403(b), HSA, FSAs, tuition benefit, pre-tax transit benefits, EAP, and more. To view our benefits in detail, click here.

As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic Universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce that enables a culture of inclusivity. We act with the heart of a nonprofit organization and an academic enterprise with ethical practices that advance the Jesuit Mission. Loyola actively seeks to build a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds that support our Jesuit tradition, while helping Ramblers foster a sense of belonging and affinity for all.

Loyola University Chicago is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.