Job Description
Job Profile Summary Job Profile Summary
Under limited supervision, the Student Success Advocate will be responsible for planning, developing, and facilitating student college success and college readiness workshops for specialized student populations. This position will be assigned by campus and will be responsible for establishing relationships and planning recruitment events with community agencies within Broward County to provide support to these specialized populations. Collaboration with other departments is required in the planning and execution of events, case management functions and specialized interventions.
Minimum Education: - Bachelor's Degree required preferably in psychology, education or social work. Master's Degree preferred.
- An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.
Minimum Experience/Training: - Four years of experience in higher education or social services. Experience working with college students and assisting in the development and implementation of retention strategies strongly preferred.
Essential Functions: - Daily - 20%: Provides support for retention initiatives developed through Seahawk Outreach Services (SOS).
- Daily - 15%: Develops, coordinates and executes seminars, workshops, and events to communicate strategies aimed at improving students' college readiness and success.
- Daily - 15%: Informs and refers students as needed to both campus and community resources. Identifies and coordinates appropriate financial and social wrap-around services to address and resolve potential barriers.
- Monthly - 15%: Researches and evaluates available community services. Coordinates and facilitates outreach to community agencies, high schools, etc. to identify prospective students in specialized populations. Responsible for student follow-up and communication to resolve potential barriers.
- Weekly - 10%: Responsible for providing utilization and success data to the Coordinator of Student Success.
- Monthly - 10%: Monitors academic progress of students participating in SOS programming.
- Semester Basis - 5%Works collaboratively with Coordinator of Student Success, faculty, student success coaches, and advisement staff to develop strategies for keeping at-risk students in classes.
- Monthly - 5%: Represents Seahawk Outreach Services at New Student Orientation and other campus events to provide awareness of services available, and actively promotes program-related communication among campus community.
- Other - 5%: Performs other duties as assigned.
Competencies: Respect for Others
Demonstrates respect for team members and constituents by valuing their contributions toward the goals of the work unit and the College. Maintains professionalism and contributes to a cohesive work environment
Teamwork
Cooperates and collaborates with individuals & groups that supports the mission and values of the College
Works effectively with all individuals and contributes to a positive environment by working with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff and external constituents. Contributes to an inclusive, respectful, and empowering working environment that welcomes varying perspectives
Flexibility & Adaptability
Adapts approaches as situations in the work environment changes. Supports change based on the environmental needs, emerging technologies, and system upgrades
Technical Expertise
Effectively applies concepts, theories, methods, tools, techniques, and expertise in area of discipline (i.e. HR, Finance, Student Affairs, etc.)
Continuous Improvement & Learning
Actively develops one's own skills and explores opportunities for personal learning and continuous development within the job's functionality and in support of the goals and mission of department, division and the College
Job Title Student Success Advocate
Position Number P0039567
Job Status Full time Regular
Department North Student Success Staff
Location North Campus
Pay Grade 714
Salary $42,320 - $49,726 (Salary rate commensurate with education and experience)
Work Shift First Shift
Work Schedule Monday-Friday/Weekends/Varies
Hours Per Week 40
Posting End Date Open Until Filled
Comments To be considered for this position, a completed online employment application form along with a resume are required.
Designated Essential Personnel No
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Position Classification Professional Technical Staff (PTS)
Special Instructions to Applicant: For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire. An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process and must be attached to the online application. If unable to attach the documentation, please email document to jobs@broward.edu or fax to
954-201-7612, stating clearly the
position name(s) and
position number(s) the transcript is to be attached to.
Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline. All required documentation must be received on or before the job posting end date.
**Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the "Resume/CV/Transcript/License/Certification" section of the application **
Please refer to link with the instructions on how to submit an application with multiple documents. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the required background screening process.
Broward College uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 Form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Diversity and Inclusion are a priority at Broward College Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification.
For inquiries regarding Title IX and the college's non-discrimination policies, contact the Vice President for Talent and Culture at 954-201-7449, Broward College, 6400 NW 6th Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309.
Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact the Talent and Culture Department at nanders1@broward.edu.
Disclaimer The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted of describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related education/experience beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Broward College reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.
Job Tags
Full time, Shift work, Weekend work, Day shift, Monday to Friday,