Retention Specialist
Listed on 2026-10-09
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Education / Teaching
Academic Advising & Student Services, Education Administration, University Professor, Adult & Continuing Education
Position Number
-332E
Retention Specialist
Working TitleRetention Specialist
DivisionAcademic Affairs
Department/UnitOffice of Student Success
SectionOffice of Student Success (section)
Primary Purpose of Organizational UnitThe Office of Student Success and Retention is dedicated to planning, coordinating, and administering retention efforts and strategies aimed at significantly improving the academic and social experience of Elizabeth City State University's students. Vested in a holistic approach to student success, retention efforts are framed specifically to engage the student both in and out of the classroom. Whether academic, social, personal, or financial, the University is dedicated to helping students overcome obstacles that stand in the way of student matriculation.
Descriptionof Work
The Student Retention Specialist will support student retention efforts by assisting with monitoring the overall student population's advancement toward degree completion. With enrollment and retention as high-level priorities, the incumbent will work in collaboration with faculty, various student support services professionals and students to enhance retention and graduation rates. Occasional work may be required beyond normal working hours.
Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this PositionPosition requires strong interpersonal skills which would allow effective communication with administrators, faculty and students; ability to write reports; strong computer skills; and effective organizational skills and customer services skills. Possess an interest in working with a diverse population of students.
Minimum Training and ExperienceMaster's degree with a minimum of two years of experience (3-5 years preferred) working with student retention and student success strategies at a college or university setting; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation Management Preferences Position Recruitment Range Position CategoryStaff
Position StatusPermanent Full Time
FLSAExempt
Posting NumberEHRA
00623P
10/07/2026
Job Close DateOpen Until Filled Yes
EHRA OSHR StatementThis position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.
AA/EEO StatementElizabeth City State University is an Affiant? The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.
Eligibility for EmploymentYou must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks.
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Elizabeth City State University
1704 Weeksville Road
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
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