What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Engagement and Retention Coordinator position at Red Rocks Community College?

Salary : $47,396.00 - $52,136.00 Annually

Location : Lakewood, CO

Job Type : Administrator / Professional-Technical Full-Time

Job Number : 00854

Division : Student Affairs

Department : Advising

Opening Date : 02 / 07 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 21 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Mountain

FLSA Status : Exempt

To Apply : To Apply All applicants must submit : 1. Resume2. Detailed letter of interest (cover letter) addressing the job announcement.

Red Rocks Community College exemplifies extraordinary. We are dedicated to our , which promote student achievement, staff empowerment, and community engagement. We live our values : Integrity, Collaboration, Learning, Inclusiveness, and Communication.

RRCC seeks applicants who understand and have first-hand experience working with diverse populations, which may include but are not limited to, historically marginalized populations such as people of color, LGBTQ community members, veterans, first generation graduates, and people with disabilities.

Summary of Position

The Student Engagement and Retention Coordinator is a key position dedicated to promoting student success, with a special focus on historically underserved and at-risk students in STEM disciplines. This role works closely with the Student Affairs team to develop and implement strategies aimed at improving student retention, engagement, and academic achievement. The coordinator will provide personalized advising in areas such as academic pathways, financial aid, career planning, and personal development, while organizing activities that foster a supportive and inclusive campus environment. Work is generally performed in a standard office environment. Monday through Friday, 8 : 00 am to 5 : 00 pm. May require hours outside of regular office hours. May require work at both campuses.

The coordinator will also monitor student progress, utilize data-driven strategies to identify and address barriers to persistence, and ensure the effective execution of student engagement programs. This position is instrumental in fostering a sense of belonging, academic motivation, and student persistence, helping students navigate their college journey and work towards successful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities :

Collaborate with the Student Affairs team to create and evaluate comprehensive support strategies for at-risk students, including advising on academic pathways, financial aid, career planning, and personal development.
Monitor student progress by assessing academic performance, attendance, and engagement. Use data to identify barriers to retention and make informed recommendations for intervention.
Provide one-on-one advising for students, offering tailored support to address both academic and personal needs.
Organize and oversee student engagement activities, ensuring that programs foster a sense of community and academic success.
Maintain accurate student records, ensuring that both electronic and hard-copy files are well-organized and up to date.

Top Characteristics for Success :

Empathy and Communication : The ability to build strong, trusting relationships with students and clearly communicate support options.

Data-Driven Decision Making : Proficiency in using data to identify issues and create targeted solutions for student success.

Collaboration and Program Development : Strong teamwork skills to collaborate across departments and design impactful student programs.

This role is crucial in ensuring that all students, especially those from underserved backgrounds, receive the resources and support necessary to thrive academically and professionally

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Demonstrated ability to plan and implement events and activities.

Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.

Strong communication skills.

Ability to work from any RRCC campus (primarily our Lakewood campus with occasional hours at the Arvada campus).

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree OR equivalent combination of education and / or relevant experience.

Relevant experience.

Demonstrated commitment to working with and supporting students from diverse populations, which may include but are not limited to, historically marginalized populations such as people of color, LGBTQ community members, veterans, first generation graduates, and people with disabilities.

Physical & Cognitive Demands

The following are some of the physical and cognitive demands commonly associated with this position.

Occasionally moves, positions, and transports files and office materials weighing up to 10 lbs.

This is largely a sedentary role. This position operates in an office environment and constantly uses a computer, and routinely uses standard office equipment including phones, copiers, etc.

The person in this position constantly communicates with internal and external constituents and students. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

Cognitive demands include comparing, copying, computing, compiling, analyzing, coordinating, synthesizing, negotiating, communicating, instructing, and interpersonal skills.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Red Rocks Community College provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process and / or during the course of employment, please contact Jennifer Matthews, Executive Director of Human Resources, at (303) 914-6298 or Jennifer.Matthews@rrcc.edu.

Starting Salary

Starting salary range for this position is $47,396 - $52,136 annually, commensurate with education and experience. This is a full-time, FLSA-exempt grant funded position and contingent upon continued funding. position. This position has been exempted from the State Classified System.

To Apply

All applicants must submit :

Resume

Detailed letter of interest (cover letter) addressing the job announcement.

Candidates will be evaluated based on their qualifications as related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Candidates may redact any personally identifiable information on their materials including but are not limited to age, date of birth, and dates of attendance and date of graduation for educational institutions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Notice to all Applicants

Final candidate will be subject to successful completion of a background check, and, if applicable, a motor vehicle record review.

Former employees of the Colorado Community College System, or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in their application material.

Final candidates are required to submit unofficial transcripts for non-instructional positions and official transcripts for instructional positions to Human Resources within thirty (30) days of hire.

Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.

Red Rocks Community College participates in E-Verify.

Red Rocks Community College is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.

All RRCC employees, except student employees, contribute to at a fixed percentage of their earnings and do not contribute to Social Security.

Finalist must be willing to make Colorado their primary workplace.

RRCC / CCCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Red Rocks Community College and Colorado Community College System believes when all human qualities are regarded with dignity and respect and when everyone has access to the individualized support they need, all will have the opportunity to thrive. In all aspects of the employment process, decisions are made based on merit, competence, performance and business need without regard to sex, gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, familial status, veteran or military status, pregnancy status, marital status, religion, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Our Accommodations and Non-Discrimination policies, plus other helpful information, can be found publicly at .

We also believe in going further. At RRCC we have a focus on equity and belonging. We strive to create a community in which everyone feels respected and valued for their unique talents and contributions, and where people from all backgrounds are able to achieve their goals. Red Rocks Community College acknowledges that inclusion and equity are multifaceted and complex concepts, and that our efforts in these areas will require innovation, intention, and an institutional commitment to these principles, across our entire college community.

Red Rocks Community College is an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). As we move toward full HSI status, we are focused on servingness and are committed to creating a learning environment where equity is expected and our Latinx students thrive.

For information regarding Red Rocks Community College Security, including Clery Act / Crime Statistics for the campuses and surrounding area, please see the .

At RRCC, we value and uphold a commitment to a workplace that focuses on employees. In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer a comprehensive selection of benefits to support our employees, including :

Strong, flexible retirement benefits including 's Defined Benefit Plan or Defined Contribution Plan. RRCC contributes 21.61% of your salary on your behalf. Supplemental retirement plans including 401(k), 403(b) and 457 plans are also available.

Comprehensive including medical, dental, vision, life, and flexible savings benefits.

Employee assistance services such as counseling, professional coaching, financial planning, and more, are available to you and members of your household at no cost through the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program ().

Generous benefits including up to 15 hours of annual leave and 10 hours sick leave per month, 10 paid holidays per year, and up to 18 hours for academic and volunteer activities.

for employees and their eligible dependents at any community college within the Colorado Community College System or CCCOnline.

State employees are eligible to participate in which offers discounts for retailers and services and other benefits resources.

Employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Additional information about this program can be found on the website.

Do you have a Bachelor's degree OR equivalent combination of education and / or relevant experience?

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