Student Success Coach – One Year Assignment

Universities of Wisconsin

. Provide holistic, strengths-based coaching to help students navigate challenges, achieve goals and succeed .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeGreen Bay • Wisconsin • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $46,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in holistic coaching and student support, utilizing data-informed strategies to enhance retention and success for diverse student populations. Proficient in managing multiple projects while maintaining strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's DegreeStudent Development SupportData-Informed Retention StrategiesNavigate360 and EdSightsExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

FAFSA Completion AssistanceStudent Support Plans CoordinationAnalytics TrackingProject ManagementComputer Proficiency

Soft Skills

Exceptional Organization SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyFlexibility to Shifting PrioritiesTeam CollaborationCommitment to Student Success

Tools & Technologies

Navigate360EdSightsSpreadsheet SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareInternet-Based Applications

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationStudent AffairsEquity and AccessRetention InitiativesDiverse Student Populations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide holistic, strengths-based coaching to help students navigate challenges, achieve goals and succeed
Conduct proactive outreach and build meaningful relationships with students
Support students transitioning to college, overcoming obstacles and developing academic and personal success strategies
Provide individualized coaching and coordinate student support plans
Respond to student concerns and engagement alerts
Connect students with campus resources through timely referrals
Use Navigate360 and EdSights to inform outreach and track progress
Partner with academic advisors, faculty, staff, students and administrative personnel
Track analytics and identify risk indicators for data-informed retention and transfer strategies
Communicate with students, assist them and monitor their progress
Assist with FAFSA completion and/or provide financial aid and scholarship information
Recommend improvements to retention efforts
Follow the established plan of operation, curriculum, policies, procedures and federal regulations
Advocate for campus-wide retention initiatives
Maintain accurate student records, contact logs, case notes and files
Monitor, plan and facilitate academic progress, student programming and success plans
Travel occasionally for evening and/or weekend work as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree at time of application
Ability to manage multiple projects, self-prioritize, meet deadlines and remain flexible to shifting priorities
Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail
Demonstrated commitment to student development, support and success
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term
Pre-employment education check and criminal conviction investigation required
Cover letter specifically addressing qualifications for the essential job functions
Resume
Preferred: Master’s degree in education, student affairs, counseling, social work or related field
Preferred: 2 years’ experience working in higher education
Preferred: Experience supporting institutional efforts for equity and access
Preferred: Excellent written and oral communication skills
Preferred: Ability to work effectively on a team and independently in a high-volume work setting
Preferred: Experience working with diverse underrepresented and first-generation students
Preferred: Computer proficiency with spreadsheet, word processing and internet-based software/applications
Preferred: Proficiency in speaking and reading a second language, preferably Spanish, Hmong, Somali, or Oneida
Final candidates must provide three references, including at least one manager or supervisor

Benefits

Comp & perks

Several health insurance options
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance options
AD&D and Accident insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) with immediate employer contributions
Fully vested in WRS after 5 years of service
Supplemental retirement savings programs including 403(b) and Deferred Compensation
9 legal holidays
36 hours of personal holiday
96–130 hours of sick leave annually
Paid parental leave
13–27 days of vacation annually, depending on years of service and employment type
Hybrid work schedule may be available subject to an approved telecommuting request