Student Success Splst
Listed on 2026-06-19
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration, Academic Counselor, Tutoring, Youth Development
Mar 02, 2026
Requisition
Working Title:
Student Success Specialist
Position Grade: 10
Position Summary:
TRiO Student Support Services (SSS), federally funded by the Department of Education, at the University of New Mexico-Taos is seeking a part time (.50
FTE) highly motivated Student Success Specialist to work in a dynamic student-centered environment supporting program participants (first generation, high financial need, and/or students with documented disabilities) to reach their academic goals; funded to serve 170 program participants year-round.
UNM Taos TRiO-SSS Mission:
We will increase the retention, transfer and graduation rates of TRiO-SSS participants at The University of New Mexico-Taos by engaging participants in a student-centered environment to assist in the learning of strategies to navigate college more skillfully and reach degree completion.
We are committed to providing excellent academic advising and access to financial literacy education, college tours, cultural events, and workshops to empower TRiO-SSS participants to thrive in higher education.
The Student Success Specialist must have experience providing individual-centered support services and implementing student success initiatives to fulfill the jobs and duties of this position. The Student Success Specialist will be responsible for providing ongoing academic advising services, student success workshop sessions, assist in filling out FAFSA applications, support services based on students' individual needs, and career exploration support. Assists TRIO SSS personnel in the development and delivery of outreach and retention programs.
Responsibilities- Understand TRIO SSS program mission and objectives to execute student success initiatives designed to accomplish the goals and objectives set forth by the grant funder, Department of Education.
- Provide proactive advisement, explaining degree requirements and university policies, preparing personalized graduation plans which include academic and career goals and semester schedules, based on students' needs and goals. This includes transfer advisement and information support services to four-year institutions.
- Assist with recruitment, outreach and retention activities to identify, attract, retain, and serve TRIO SSS students; feel comfortable providing information about the program to campus (students, staff, faculty) and the local community.
- Assist in the preparation and delivery of workshops (TRIO SSS program, academic success, time management, study skills, financial literacy, FAFSA applications, career development, etc.) to help students learn about the TRIO SSS program and prepare for college and life.
- Assist students with FAFSA applications and provide financial aid and financial literacy information as applicable.
- Receive guidance, training, and mentoring from professional personnel and professional development opportunities to carry out activities and assignments of the TRIO SSS grant program.
- May assist TRIO SSS personnel in representing the program to internal and/or external constituencies and advising student organizations related to the population of interest, as appropriate.
- Assist TRIO SSS staff to program and travel with students for programmed activities, campus tours of 4-year colleges, cultural events, and student leadership opportunities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, One Drive, SharePoint, Teams, etc.) and ability to learn data management systems such as Banner, Lobo Web, Student Hub, UNM Canvas, and Student Access TRIO SSS student records management system.
- Maintain thorough and accurate records of all services provided throughout the year.
- Report to TRIO SSS Director.
- Maintain a professional and ethical relationship with students, staff, and faculty.
- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned to fulfill the TRIO SSS grant objectives and goals.
Tuesday - Thursday work schedule
See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment- All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the US-UNM Collective Bargaining…
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