Nitsahakees Bee'anoseel Student Success Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE:

Develops and provides academic support services for Navajo Technical University students. NSSC Coordinator participates in initiatives including academic K-12, Navajo Nation and various grant opportunities.

This position description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required or assigned to this position.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and develop goals, policies and procedures for the center's student success programs.

• Develops and coordinate academic support services for NTU students e.g. learning resources, tutoring, computing services, academic laboratories, and all aspects of the program.

• Oversee, develop and manages peer tutoring, study skills education, and mentorships to increase study success, retention and graduation rates.
• Create an academic engagement plan, set goals and share resources to help students achieve their objectives within and beyond the classroom environment.
• Conduct student success training sessions and workshops; provide leadership in NSSC through outreach to students and campus partners.
• Plan and implement campus wide/college wide community and co-curricular programs with coordination between instructors, student service staff, counselors and administrators to enhance the academic success of students.
• Partners and assists faculty to closely correlate content in the classroom with NSSC services.
• Maintain service data, writing reports, and working closely with staff and faculty.
• Develop, recruit and coordinate all center activities including selection, hiring, training and supervision of staff for the center's operation.
• Provide assessment assistance, orientation and registration for students; advise, counsel and guide all students on personal, academic and professional development.
• Manage the Center's budget and oversee purchases of supplies, equipment, and contracted services.
• Encourages student participation including advanced and challenged students to utilize the NSSC programs.

• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by conducting research, attending seminars, educational workshops, classes and conferences; reviewing professional publications; establishing networks; participating in professional societies; conferring with representatives of contracting agencies and related organizations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recruit, supervise, and evaluate student tutors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Two years' experience in tutoring and/or teaching and providing academic student services.
• Experience with an extensive knowledge of tutorial, supplemental instruction and other academic support programs in a college setting.

• Valid state driver's license.
• Must be able to pass background check, with NO prior convictions of any felonies.

The Navajo Nation Preference in Employment Act applies to all hiring, promotions or transfers of individuals into this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
• Knowledge of assessment methodologies principles and practices.
• Knowledge of higher education accreditation processes and issues.

• Knowledge of business English, proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and basic arithmetic.
• Knowledge of education teaching principles and practices.
• Skill in operating business computers and office machines, including in a Windows environment, specifically Word, Excel, Access, and presentation software (such as PowerPoint).
• Writing and strong research skills.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
• Ability to lead and guide the work of tutors and student employees.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in verbal or written format.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Ability to interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to gather and analyze statistical data and generate reports.

• Ability to communicate effectively in the Navajo and English language.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit for prolonged periods, walk and stand.
• Use hands for dexterity of motion, repetitive movement of both hands.
• Have normal auditory, visual acuity, and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull upwards of 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is generally performed in office setting.
• Tight time constraints and multiple demands are common.
• Evening and/or weekend work may be required. Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required.