Job Summary

Join Purdue University as a Student Success Specialist and make a lasting impact on our students' academic journeys! In this dynamic role, you will:

• Initiate and manage student support activities across various areas including recruiting, retention, diversity, and mentoring
• Create and implement engaging first-year experiences and learning communities
• Coordinate co-curricular organizations and summer opportunities
• Manage student awards and scholarships
• Collaborate with university support offices to enhance student success services
• Lead recruiting activities within your academic unit
• Foster a culture that promotes student achievement and well-being

At Purdue, you'll be empowered to shape the future of student success, working alongside dedicated educators and staff. Join our team and help students reach their full potential!

This position offers a competitive salary range of $42,700 - $59,300 per annum, with exact compensation determined based on qualifications and experience. 

Join us in cultivating academic excellence and empowering the next generation of innovators at Purdue University.

This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact at a prestigious institution known for innovation and research excellence. You'll collaborate with top talent across departments while helping protect Purdue's research integrity. Join our community of lifelong learners and contribute your skills to this critical program.
     
At Purdue, you'll find unrivaled pride and unlimited potential as we persistently pursue the next giant leap together.
     
Take the next step in your career journey - apply now to help build a better world at Purdue University.
 
Who We Are at Purdue University:

When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we’ve been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation. 

What We Are Looking For:

Education and Experience

Qualified candidates will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Education, or related field. 
• 2-3 years of prior experience related to student services, education, or similar field.

 
Skills needed:

• Strong initiative with an ability to work independently with limited supervision.  
• Familiarity with higher education student success issues and programs, student retention tools, and academic and co-curricular activities.  
• Ability to manage projects and processes involving multiple stakeholders.  
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Ability to relate well to students, develop rapport, trust, and work within a shared decision-making model with the students
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from different viewpoints and backgrounds and teamwork in daily work activity
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and implement university policies and procedures
• Excellent time management, organizational and problem-solving skills. 
• Must represent the university with professionalism, tact, and diplomacy at all levels. 
• Ability to work outside of normal business hours and travel, as business need dictates

What is helpful:
Experience serving on a student support team in an educational setting.

What We Would Like You To Know;

Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position  
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility:  Defined Contribution Waiting Period 
Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
All applications must be held the first 5 business days due to our Equal Opportunity Employment policy

Career Stream

Professional 2
Pay Band S055
Job Code #20002134
Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php 

Who We Are:
Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.

EOE / AA:
Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply