Academic Success Manager

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Anschutz, College of Nursing on the Anschutz Medical Campus, is seeking a full-time Academic Success Manager. The Academic Success Manager is responsible for developing and implementing programs and services to support student success and retention. Working with individual students and student groups, the Academic Success Manager will engage in innovative and holistic approaches to providing students with strategies and resources for academic success, including tutoring services, mentorship programs, and academic success training.

Key Responsibilities:

Academic Support and Coaching (60%)

• Conduct one-on-one and group meetings with students to develop learning and life strategies that promote student success, focusing on developing skills in strategic learning, active studying, test taking, test anxiety management, time management, academic stress management, goal setting, study plans, and other academic success skills, all individually tailored to each student's needs.

• Support and coach students through life events, obstacles, and challenges that impact academic progression.

• Manage the suite of Academic Success programs, including Peer Tutoring and Pre-Enrollment Programs for incoming undergraduate nursing students.

• Support program evaluation and improvement through continuous data collection.

• Ensure compliance with admission requirements regarding program use.

• Foster the development of critical and creative thinking, problem solving, and inter-and intra-personal skills to result in improved success in and outside of the classroom.

• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and other university personnel to proactively intervene to support students.

• Serve as a liaison to the Office of Disability, Access, and Inclusion to ensure students are accessing accommodations appropriately, and to ensure students are simultaneously learning and implementing academic strategies to improve their outcomes.

• Establish collaborative working relationships with other campus program areas in developing and delivering innovative and comprehensive programs and services.

• Lead the Spontaneous Writing Sample evaluation assessment.

Supervision and Strategic Planning (40%)

• Supervise and train the Academic Success Specialist (0.6 FTE) and the Peer Tutors (undergraduate students).

• Develop and implement a strategic plan for the Academic Success unit.

• Monitor real-time budget data and the utilization of Academic Success services to make timely adjustments to tutoring availability.

• Ensure that essential services and resources are appropriately allocated.

• Develop, monitor, and maintain control over program budget, including expenditures, procurement, timesheets, and reporting. Make recommendations on staffing, equipment, and other program needs

• Develop and maintain detailed student records in order to create reports to support retention strategies.

• Monitor/evaluate student data and utilize available research to make informed data-driven decisions.

This description is a summary only and describes the general level of work being performed; it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority in collaboration with human resources.

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of three (3) days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

CU Nursing is an amazing place to be. We have the distinct advantage of being a part of a huge medical campus with three incredible hospitals - the VA, the nationally ranked University of Colorado Hospital, and the Children's Hospital Colorado, where our nursing students and faculty learn every day. From our beginning 125 years ago as part of the School of Medicine at CU Boulder to our current home at the Anschutz Medical Campus, the college has been a recognized leader in nursing education (ranked #10 in online MS graduate programs by U.S. News & World Report 2023). Our faculty, students, and staff have been instrumental in shaping the profession of nursing and teaching the next generation of nurses while treating patients in our own nurse-led clinics. Be a part of an innovative, dynamic, diverse, and exciting workplace -- helping make great things happen. Join us in our quest to boldly transform health together.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package, including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options

• Dental: Multiple plan options

• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

• Holiday Days: 15/year

• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

• ECO Pass: Reduced-rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in education, psychology, business, public administration, health care, educational technology, social science, liberal arts, communications, accounting, finance, library science, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.

  • Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.

• Four (4) years of extensive, diverse, and progressively responsible experience, including direct responsibility for academic advising, student support, mentoring, tutoring, or counseling. Including organizing and leading group and collaborative student activities.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experienced advising and/or counseling individuals and large group settings.

• Experience in advising/counseling students in traditional and online settings; knowledge of best practices and procedures.

• Experience with retention management systems and emerging social media platforms preferred.

• Experience in a higher education setting, such as advising, career services, student success, counseling, or the student affairs office.

Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.

• Outstanding customer service skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Willing to adjust to changing work assignments or conditions.

• Open to changes in operational procedures, technology, and/or organizational structure.

• Views change as opportunities for learning and professional development.

• Displays a positive attitude that encourages student development and success.

• Knowledge of trends, issues, and accepted practice relevant to the position.

• Knowledge of processes and resources for organizing and leading group and collaborative activities.

• Prompt response to changes in work priorities and/or unexpected circumstances or situations.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to the listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

Questions should be directed to: College of Nursing Human Resources at CON.HR@ucdenver.edu or 303.724.4447

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received within two (2) weeks after posting. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $68,647 to $80,317.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine-preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety-sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.