Retention Specialist
Full Time
Spartanburg, SC 29303
$42,633 a year
Posted Today
Job description
Posting Number
STA00627PO23
Job Family
Enrollment Management
Job Function
Student Services
USC Market Title
Student Services Program Coordinator
Job Level
P2 - Professional
Internal Title
Retention Specialist - Grant
Campus
Upstate
Work County
Spartanburg
College/Division
USC Upstate College/Division Level
Department
UPS School of Nursing
State Pay Band
5
Approved Starting Salary
$42,633; Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Advertised Salary Range
$42,633; Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Location of Vacancy
USC Upstate Spartanburg, SC
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37.5
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday; 8:30am – 5pm; Some evenings and weekends as needed are required.
Type of Staff Position
Research Grant (RGP)
Basis
12 months
Job Search Category
Student Services
About UofSC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Diversity Statement
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.
Benefits for FTE, Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below
The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Benefit Eligibility Type
Research Grant (RGP)
South Carolina Retirement
Yes
State Insurance Programs
Yes
Annual Leave
Yes
Sick Leave
Yes
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
Retention Specialist – Grant
University of South Carolina Upstate
STA00627PO23
Spartanburg, SC
The Retention Specialist is a full-time 12 month staff position in the Mary Black School of Nursing. The Retention Specialist Is responsible for assisting HOPE Nursing Success Scholars and other students who have declared nursing as a major and are enrolled in lower division prerequisite nursing courses in achieving and maintaining a high academic performance. The Retention Specialist manages early alerts, prepares reports, and utilizes data to make recommendations and Implement retention initiatives, with special emphasis on students from disadvantaged and minority backgrounds. Monitors students academic performance, attendance, and academic progress. Develops and supports the nursing living learning community in collaboration with university housing and organizes the pre-immersion experience for lower division nursing students progressing to upper division nursing coursework.
University of South Carolina Upstate
STA00627PO23
Spartanburg, SC
The Retention Specialist is a full-time 12 month staff position in the Mary Black School of Nursing. The Retention Specialist Is responsible for assisting HOPE Nursing Success Scholars and other students who have declared nursing as a major and are enrolled in lower division prerequisite nursing courses in achieving and maintaining a high academic performance. The Retention Specialist manages early alerts, prepares reports, and utilizes data to make recommendations and Implement retention initiatives, with special emphasis on students from disadvantaged and minority backgrounds. Monitors students academic performance, attendance, and academic progress. Develops and supports the nursing living learning community in collaboration with university housing and organizes the pre-immersion experience for lower division nursing students progressing to upper division nursing coursework.
- Manage early alerts for HOPE Nursing Success Scholars enrolled in the lower division, prepares reports, and utilizes data to make recommendations and implement initiatives for retention.
- Monitors student attendance, performance, and academic progress.
- Serves as liaison between faculty, staff, and students for retention efforts and initiatives.
- Work collaboratively with university housing to develop and maintain student engagement in a nursing living learning community.
- Develops affinity groups and schedules activities within the living learning community to build and sustain peer engagement.
- Coordinates, tracks, reports, and uses retention data research and analysis to identify obstacles to student achievement and retention.
- Properly conduct exit interviews with withdrawing and non-progressing students to determine reasons for withdrawal and methods to aid in retention.
- Review student records for retention issues; follow up on progress through personal contact and correspondence.
- Leads in the design, development and execution of workshops, seminars, pre-immersion experience, and events for HOPE Nursing Success Scholars.
- Works collaboratively with Nursing Success Coach to develop and maintain peer mentoring program.
- Performs other administrative duties as assigned in support of the school of nursing.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years related experience. A successful background check is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree preferred. Advising experience in higher education preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Sensitivity to the demands of students’ personal growth and development. Ability to work with diverse populations, lead groups, act independently, take initiative and promote innovation. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and using electronic communications. Ability to perform detail oriented work by developing and maintaining accurate reports and records. Ability to problem-solve to resolve issues, multi-task and manage stressful work demands effectively.
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
No
Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
06/01/2023
If Research Grant/Time Limited, give end date
06/30/2025
Job Open Date
05/16/2023
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
The application must be completed including all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application.
The USC Upstate offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
The USC Upstate offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition Program
- Dependent Scholarships
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/145286
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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