Title: Learning Specialist, Center for Academic Performance

Employee Classification: Student Services Coordinator

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Provost & Exec VP

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Divison of Student Affairs

Department: HSC-Division of Student Affairs-300300

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commensurate with experience, with a minimum of $48,000.00 per year

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The mission of the Division of Student Affairs is to create transformational experiences for all HSC students by providing tailored support and fostering holistic development. There are 8 functional units within the Division of Student Affairs: Center for Student Life, Career Readiness Center, Center for Academic Performance, Office of Care and Civility, Testing and Evaluation Services, International Services, Office of Disability Access, and Student Assistance Resource Center.

Position Overview

This position provides academic counseling and partners with faculty, staff and students to create solutions and find resources for academic success. They will provide crisis intervention to students when difficult situations occur that will affect their academic performance. They will also counsel students regarding educational issues like adjusting to graduate level work loads, study habits and time management.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The person in this role must be able to build strong relationships, maintain strict confidentiality, and exemplify HSC’s values—both in action and in real-time conversations. They should be capable of managing multiple projects with varying deadlines in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment while providing comprehensive updates. This role also requires the ability to present on various topics both in-person and virtually, supervise direct reports effectively, and evaluate current processes to offer thoughtful suggestions for improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Education, counseling, higher education, psychology, or other related field.
• Previous experience working with college level students.
• Proficient with the administration and evaluation of various types of learning assessment tools.
• Interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Understanding of Student Affairs / Student Development philosophy and how it applies to Academic Support Services.

Job Duties:

• Develop and implement outreach programs and presentations which promote student success.
• Provide academic counseling to students as needed.
• Collaborate with academic program representatives to identify at-risk students and relevant needs to promote student success.
• Maintain accurate records of individuals and groups utilizing Academic Support Services and generate data reports.
• Follow all FERPA guidelines to maintain student privacy.
• Attend campus partner meetings and participate in campus events as needed.
• Continually evaluate and improve the services provided.

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm, with occasional evenings or weekends as required for divisional events. Some remote work may be required.

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.