What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Success and Retention Specialist position at The University of North Carolina Greensboro?
Position Type
Staff
Position Eclass
EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning
University Information
Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
The School of Nursing is Transforming the Future of Nursing with Inclusive Communities, Passionate People, Innovative Practices, and Extraordinary Outcomes. We value and strive for diversity, respect, open communication, and excellence among students, staff, and faculty. The school is CCNE accredited and is a NLN Center of Excellence in Promoting the Pedagogical Expertise of Faculty. The School of Nursing has over 800 students enrolled in BSN, RN-BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD and certificate programs. Please visit our website at https://nursing.uncg.edu.
Position Summary
The Student Success and Retention Specialist for the School of Nursing (SON) will support nursing students (specifically pre and post licensure students) by providing targeted academic coaching, mentoring, and retention strategies to promote their success. Collaborating closely with program leadership and the Office of Student Success, this individual will identify students at risk, develop individualized success plans, and connect students to academic and support resources. The specialist will monitor student progress, facilitate/coordinate workshops on study skills, time management, and foster a supportive learning environment to enhance retention and program completion rates. This role is critical in ensuring pre- and post-licensure students are well-prepared to achieve their academic and professional goals. The Student Success and Retention Specialist also collaborates with the UNCG Division of Student Success.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing, counseling, education, psychology or related field.
- Previous experience in counseling, academic coaching, tutoring, or student support services.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and technology skills.
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in nursing, counseling, education, psychology or related field.
- At least one year of work experience with nursing or health-related student success activities.
- Knowledge of nursing curriculum and student academic success and retention strategies.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Recruitment Range
Commensurate with experience
Org #-Department
Nursing - 12802
Job Open Date
03/20/2025
For Best Consideration Date
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
FTE
1.000
Type of Appointment
Permanent
If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.
Number of Months per Year
12
FLSA
Exempt
