Student Transition and Success Program Manager II

🇺🇸 Houston, Texas 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $49K - $55K 💻 Academic Advising 🗓️ August 30th, 2026

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Edtech.com's Summary

University of Houston is hiring a Student Transition and Success Program Manager II. This role oversees planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of transition- and retention-focused initiatives, including First-Year Cohort programs, UHin4, Cougar Tracks, and DENS. The manager collaborates with campus partners to design initiatives that promote engagement and retention, tracks program outcomes, and reports on progress toward student success goals.

Highlights

Manage day-to-day operations of a large university program, including staff supervision
Plan and develop procedures for transition- and retention-focused initiatives for first-year students
Collaborate with campus partners to design strategic initiatives that promote engagement, belonging, and retention
Monitor participation and student outcomes and maintain program records
Analyze program data and prepare reports and recommendations
Manage fiscal activities, including procurement and budget analysis
Serve as a liaison among campus stakeholders to support students from matriculation through graduation
Bring proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Bachelor's degree and 1+ year of directly job-related experience, with education or experience considered in lieu of the other
Base salary range $49,400 - $55,300