Graduate Programs and Student Success Specialist

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Benefits of Working at UNCW
Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach.

Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.

Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW or any other university within the UNC System. In addition, UNCW covers the cost of tuition and fees for one UNCW course each summer session.

As a full time employee, UNCW also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service.

We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy ,and the employee assistance program , many of which are offered free of charge.
Recruitment Range $45,748 - $50,831 Vacancy Number S02512 Position Title Administrative Specialist Working Title Graduate Programs and Student Success Specialist Competency Level Advanced Home Department CSE Dean's Office - 32300 Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The College of Science and Engineering offers a variety of programs leading to Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees, as well as Doctor of Philosophy degrees in applied coastal and ocean sciences; pharmaceutical chemistry; integrative, comparative, and marine biology; and psychology degrees. The college also offers combined bachelor’s/master’s degree programs in information technology/computer science and information systems, computer science/computer science and information systems, and B.S. in mathematics/M.S. in mathematics. To implement its academic programs, the college provides instruction and research opportunities in the natural and behavioral sciences, information technology, data science, computer science, mathematics, pre-engineering, and engineering. The eight academic departments in the college provide courses of study in each of these areas, in addition to interdepartmental programs in information technology, cybersecurity, and digital arts. A 2+2 in engineering; and 3+2 programs in computer science and electrical or computer engineering; and physics and electrical engineering, are also offered in the college. Post-baccalaureate certificate programs in environmental studies, applied statistics, and geographic information science are also available.

CSE students work with distinguished faculty and scientists, use cutting edge technology, and conduct impactful research. Faculty-directed research projects empower CSE students to apply what they learn inside the classroom and laboratory to real-world situations and prepares them for a variety of careers or advanced study.
College College of Science and Engineering - 323 College College/School Information University Information
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to- BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
Location of Workplace Main UNCW Campus Brief Summary of Work for this Position
The Graduate Programs and Student Success Specialist at the University of North Carolina Wilmington has a multifaceted role focused on enhancing undergraduate and graduate student success. This position plays a crucial role in supporting students and ensuring the smooth operation of graduate programs within the College of Science and Engineering.

Research and Reporting:

• Answer research questions on enrollment, engagement, and retention
• Organize and report research results in various formats (narrative, tabular, graphical, oral)
• Design data and report layouts according to office standards
• Interpret findings and recommend interventions to improve student success metrics

Program and Curriculum Support:

• Facilitate new program and curricular requests
• Attend CSE Curriculum Committee meetings and manage agendas
• Support faculty with reviewing Curriculog submissions
• Partner on graduate program requests
• Coordinate facilities and events within the College of Science and Engineering
• Provide programmatic and curriculum support for the CSE Academic Resource Center

Administrative Activities:

• Oversee administrative tasks for all graduate programs within the CSE
• Prepare reports for the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Curriculum
• Recruit students for select graduate programs
• Coordinate application reviews and admissions processes
• Advise students on pre-admission, courses, graduation requirements, and career counseling
• Organize orientation and graduation events
• Ensure catalog materials are updated
• Prepare and disseminate assessment instruments like alumni and senior surveys

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related office experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Preferred education, professional skills and experience

• 3 years of related experience, preferably in Higher Education
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office 365 and DocuSign
• Strong verbal communication skills, and record management
• Extensive training in Student Banner
• Advanced knowledge and experience with excel spreadsheets
• Familiarity with policies within higher education, SeaNet and University system student audits
• Strong coordination skills
• Strong attention to detail with accuracy in record keeping

Required Certifications or licensure
No Required Certifications or Licensures
FTE 1.0 (40 hours per week) Months Per Year 12 Months Work Days Monday - Friday Work Hours 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Type of Position Permanent Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited Position Number 8417 Job Posting Date 09/23/2024 Posting Close Date 10/07/2024 Number of Openings Single Incumbent Special Notes to Applicants
PLEASE NOTE : This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the ‘Work History’ section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

This position is being recruited at the Advanced level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency, training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
EEO Statement
At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington ( UNCW ), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
External Link to Posting https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/33607

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Resume

List of 3 Professional References

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* Please describe any SCT Banner or similar program experience you have.
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* Please provide information that pertains to your experience in maintaining statistical reports in support of assessment activities.
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* Do you have experience with Taskstream and Digital Measures assessment programs?
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* Do you have experience with database management, admissions processes or registration processes? If so what systems?
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* How did you learn of this opportunity with UNCW? (2024)

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