Tribal Transfer Coordinator

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Applicants will be reviewed and Interviewed on an ongoing basis after the screening date.
The screening date begins 10 calendar days after a position is posted on the employment
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Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.

The Tribal Transfer Coordinator supports Native students transitioning to Montana State University Billings, with a focus on students transferring from tribal colleges and other institutions. The position builds relationships with prospective and current transfer students, provides culturally responsive guidance, and connects students with academic, financial aid, admissions, and campus resources.
The Coordinator will work closely with tribal colleges, Tribal communities, campus partners, and the Native American Achievement Center to strengthen transfer pathways, reduce barriers to enrollment and persistence, and create a strong sense of belonging for Native students. The position will also assist with outreach, student events, transfer programming, and tracking student engagement and outcomes.

Department Native American Achievement Center

Appointment Type Temporary

Contract Term Academic Year

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Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining

FTE .475

Benefits Eligible No

Compensation Hourly

Salary Salary range of $19.69 to $22.48 hourly, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications

Contract Type Classified Hourly

Recruitment Type Open

Montana State University Billings is a preferred employer in the region-WE WANT YOU !
The following are reasons why you should join our team:

• Work-life balance
• Holidays-10 paid holidays per year and 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation- 15 days per year (New Employees to 10 years; after 10 years the accrual rate increases)
• Sick Leave – Earned at an accrual rate of .0416125 for each hour in pay status.
• Employee and Dependent Tuition Waiver
• Opportunities to engage in professional development opportunities
• Committed to employee wellness and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program
• Medical Benefits that are robust and affordable
• Visit MUS Benefits to learn more about our benefit package including:
  • Medical, Vision, and Dental
  • Life Insurance and Long Term Disability are incorporated into our benefits.
  • Learn more about our retirement benefits at MUS Retirement.
• Opportunities for career growth and a variety of career paths
• Campus vibrancy- coffee shops, FREE attendance to MSUB concerts, athletic events, and lectures, access to recreation center, library, etc.
• Beautiful campus environment that features our MSUB Mile walking path

• Provide culturally responsive support and guidance to Native students transferring to Montana State University Billings, particularly students from tribal colleges and other institutions.
• Serve as a welcoming point of contact for prospective and current Native transfer students and assist them in navigating the transfer process.
• Connect students with Admissions, Financial Aid, Advising, academic programs, and other campus resources.
• Build relationships with tribal colleges, Tribal communities, and community partners to strengthen transfer pathways to MSUB .
• Conduct outreach to prospective Native transfer students through email, phone, campus visits, events, Assist with Native student recruitment, transfer events, orientation, workshops, and other programming.
• Work closely with the Native American Achievement Center ( NAAC ) to help transfer students develop a sense of belonging and connection to campus.
• Help identify and address barriers that may affect students’ enrollment, transition, and persistence.
• Maintain appropriate records of student contacts, outreach activities, and engagement.
• Assist with tracking transfer student participation and outcomes to support program assessment.
• Collaborate with NAAC staff and campus partners on initiatives that support Native student success.
• Participate in occasional evening or weekend events as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned, and other engagement activities.

• Experience working with Native…