What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Specialist position at Saint Peters University?
About Saint Peters University
Saint Peters is one of 27 Jesuit colleges and universities in the United States Established in 1872, the University blends a unique learning experience shaped by rigorous academics, internships that provide real-world experience, community service, and a genuine, caring community that supports alumni long after graduation With an undergraduate student-faculty ratio of 12-to-1 and a stellar faculty committed to student success, Saint Peters offers more than 50 undergraduate majors as well as masters level and doctorate programs
Job Summary:
The FirstGen Center at Saint Peters University has an opening for a full-time Academic Specialist of the FirstGen Center. This role is responsible for developing and implementing innovative strategies that support the matriculation, retention, and graduation to address the needs of First Generation and underrepresented students at the institution. The specialist will work across Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and other institutional partners to support, retain and graduate SPUs First-Gen Students such as, TRIO Student Support Services, Educational Opportunity Fund Program, and Academic Support Program.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Programmatic Management
Administer academic support services program while maintaining federal guidelines
Evaluate progress of established federal objectives and maintain accurate record keeping
Actively participate in National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) Regional meetings and manage First-Gen institution distinction metrics, benchmarks, and reporting
Maintain advising records and confidential student records in compliance with FERPA regulations
Assist the Dean with budget activities related to the grant
Assist with the design and development of academic retention activities for first-generation students
Actively participate in the ongoing development of the first-year experience
Collaborate with campus partners such as TRIO Student Support Services (SSS), Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) Program, and the Center for Academic Success and Engagement to conduct valuable workshops addressing first-generation student needs
Collaborate with campus partners to support strategic initiatives for first-gen undocumented students
Develop and implement workshops for parents and families in collaboration with the Center for Academic Success and Engagement for Peacock Prep Days
Plan and execute programming for national First-Gen Day
Host faculty and staff training on how to best serve first-gen students' needs
Provide direct academic support services
Serve as the First-Gen Academic Advisor for a cohort of students. Duties include maintaining and updating academic planners, coordinating, composing, and supplying documentation for internal/external partners, monitoring academic progress, and providing guidance on academic-related issues
Collaborate with the Center for Academic Success and Engagement to carefully monitor at-risk students and develop and oversee a Student Action Plan for students placed on Academic Probation
Meet individually with first-generation students to provide academic and career development, personal support, financial aid guidance, and graduate school admissions advice
Create and provide resources to help first-generation students navigate their college experience
Create and deliver content across all university platforms that addresses relevant topics and practices for first-generation students
Develop partnerships both on-campus and off-campus to identify opportunities for first-generation students to further develop personally, professionally, and spiritually, in alignment with Cura Personalis
Serve on appropriate department, college, and/or campus advisory committees
Perform other duties as assigned
Hourly Rate: $27.47
EEO Statement
Saint Peters University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution with a strong commitment to diversity
Saint Peters University desires to ensure that faculty, students and staff members from underrepresented and marginalized populations are an integral part of the life and governance of the institution
Qualification Standards:
Educational Requirements:
Bachelors Required, Masters Preferred
Salary : $27