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Arizona State University is hiring an Academic-Retention Coordinator. The coordinator will support undergraduate student success by providing academic advising, implementing retention initiatives, and coordinating ASU 101-EEE courses within the School of Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering. They will serve as the unit's expert on retention strategies and collaborate across departments to enhance student retention and success.

Highlights

Provide individual and group academic advising to undergraduate students through multiple communication channels.
Support timely graduation by addressing academic concerns and referring students to university resources.
Communicate university, college, and school policies clearly to students.
Use advising tools and software, such as Analytics and Salesforce, to monitor progress and analyze retention data.
Identify at-risk students and develop targeted outreach and retention campaigns.
Coordinate ASU 101-EEE courses, including section offerings, recruitment of faculty and leaders, and curriculum updates.
Train advisors on retention systems, tools, and best practices.
Require bachelor's degree and seven years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
Desired experience includes working with diverse undergraduate students, STEM majors, at-risk populations, Canvas course management, presentations, and Salesforce case management.
Salary range: $58,000 - $63,500 dependent on experience.

Academic-Retention Coordinator Full Description

Job Profile:Academic Advisor 4

Job Family:Academic Advising

Time Type:Full time

Max Pay - Depends on experience:$59,000.00 USD Annual

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and seven (7) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary:
Represents college/department as a primary contact. Serves as a consultant to leadership on academic policies, plans, and objectives. Drives college/department initiatives with a holistic perspective of larger university wide priorities. May regularly interact with key internal and external stakeholders.

Job Description:

The School of Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering (ECEE) at Arizona State University is seeking a dedicated Academic Success Retention Coordinator focused on undergraduate student retention. This position plays a key role in supporting student success through academic advising, retention initiatives, and coordination of ASU 101-EEE courses. The coordinator will serve as the unit's expert on retention strategies, systems, and processes, and will report to the Tempe campus advising manager. All candidates needed to apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time on the day prior to the posted End Dat

Position Salary Range: $58,000 -$63,500 DOE

Essential Duties:

Academic Advising

· Provide individualized and group advising to ECEE undergraduate students via in-person, phone, email, and video conferencing.

· Support student success and timely graduation by addressing academic concerns and making appropriate referrals to university resources.

· Communicate university, college, and school policies and procedures clearly to students.

· Utilize advising tools and software to monitor progress and support student success.

· Collaborate with academic departments and student services across ASU to ensure comprehensive support.

· Maintain accurate and timely student records and communications.

Retention Outreach & Coordination

· Identify students at risk of leaving the major or college and develop targeted outreach strategies.

· Analyze retention data using university systems such as Analytics and Salesforce.

· Partner with the Associate Director in Academic and Student Affairs (ASA) to design and implement retention campaigns and follow-up plans.

· Train advisors on retention systems, tools, and best practices.

· Develop transition advising strategies to support students changing majors or transferring into/out of ECEE.

ASU 101-EEE Course Coordination

· Ensure sufficient ASU 101 sections are offered each semester to serve all first-year students and recruit faculty and student leaders for each class.

· Facilitate communication of ECEE-specific initiatives, events, and resources to instructors and section leaders.

· Collaborate with faculty and advisors to annually update and enhance the ASU 101 curriculum based on ASA guidelines.

· Organize and lead annual training session for ASU 101 faculty and staff.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience building and modifying Canvas shells
Experience giving presentations or leading first year success classes
Experience advising undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds
Experience advising students in STEM majors
Experience running reports and using data to make informed decisions regarding student outreach and retention
Experience working with at risk student populations
Experience collaborating with a diverse constituency of faculty, staff, and students
Experience with Salesforce case management

Working Environment:

Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse (75%); frequently required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work (25).
Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.
Ability to clearly communicate verbally, read, write, see and hear to perform essential functions.
. This position receives regular review of objectives.

Department Statement:

At the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, we are delivering a world-class learning experience for our students and advancing research and innovation — all at scale. The Fulton Schools research enterprise leads use-inspired research and key national initiatives, including the Southwest Advanced Prototyping Hub, accelerating microelectronics and workforce development for the Department of Defense. We also lead the Electrified Processes for Industry Without Carbon Clean Energy Manufacturing Institute, supported by the Department of Energy, aiming to reduce carbon emissions and strengthen manufacturing. As the lead institution for the Center for Accelerating Operational Efficiency, we enhance homeland security operations through advanced tools and technologies. Additionally, we lead an NSF Engineering Research Center developing sustainable civil infrastructure and partner with another ERC advancing clean water technology.

The Fulton Schools hosts numerous research centers that leverage faculty expertise to drive engineering innovation and entrepreneurship across four interdisciplinary impact areas: Climate Technology Solutions, Competitive Manufacturing in an Advanced Economy, National and Economic Security, and Technology-Enhanced Health and Medicine. Our faculty are achieving excellence at scale, positioning the Fulton Schools among the nation's top engineering colleges for invention disclosures, U.S. patents, and startups.

We are an engineering school on the rise at the nation's most innovative university, situated in the heart of its fastest-growing metropolitan area. The breadth of our faculty's research interests and interdisciplinary approach, along with over 50 graduate and 27 undergraduate degree programs, creates a strong foundation for collaboration and the advancement of ideas that contribute to a more sustainable and livable global future.

The Fulton Schools of Engineering follows a framework of values designed to distinguish our practice and guide daily decisions in our academic, research, corporate engagement and entrepreneurial endeavors. These values influence how we recognize, reward and communicate our achievements. At the Fulton Schools of Engineering, we:

- Cultivate excellence.

- Deliver innovation that matters.

- Encourage bold thinking.

- Foster a community of learning and collaboration.

- Build a foundation for all to be successful.

Working at ASU has outstanding benefits that include: health, dental and vision insurance plans; ASU/UA/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; state and optional retirement plans; access to ASU recreation and cultural activities, and more. To estimate the value of your total compensation, please visit https://cfo.asu.edu/compensation-estimator.

Driving Requirement:This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver's license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Location:Campus: Tempe

Funding:No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply:

Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.

Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on.

https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$18710.htmld

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

Cover letter
Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.

Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact HR Talent Acquisition before the posting close date to request edits.

Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.

Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.

ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:

In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.

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Employment Verification Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement:This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

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