Thank you for your interest in employment with Louisiana Tech University. The College of Engineering and Science at Louisiana Tech University is seeking a highly qualified individual for a Student Success Specialist in the college. The College offers 13 undergraduate engineering and science programs for approximately 3,100 undergraduate students. See the College website for more information: This position will support the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Studies. Expected position duties and functions include:
- Design and implement strategies for improving the learning environment for COES students including the following:
- Providing an early intervention program for students who are contemplating changing majors
- Helping students with social and academic transition from high school to university
- Coordinate and develop retention strategies for all COES students
- Assist in advising all incoming COES freshmen and in improving advising procedures for all COES students
- Assist with management of a Summer Enrichment Program for engineering and science students transitioning from high school to university (FrEP)
- Serve as an advisor to at-risk students and students placed on academic probation.
- Assist students in the development of academic skills by offering tutoring programs, group study, and other academic support services.
Essential qualifications and skills required are a BS degree, excellent customer service skills, ability to work with all types of people and to assume facilitator and occasionally leadership roles, ability to multi-task and prioritize activities, ability to communicate professionally, with clarity and brevity (both orally and in writing), flexibility and the ability to complete assigned projects, team player with positive outlook on making an impact on others' lives, and competent computer/technical skills. Expected salary of $36,000. Louisiana Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Employer and places a high priority on the creation of an environment supportive of ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities.Posting Close Date: This position will remain open until filled.Please Note: Applications must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on the Job Closing Date to ensure consideration.Note to Applicant:Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions at the Louisiana Tech University may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.