Position Details Position Information Department Liberal Arts Admin (CLA) Position Title Consultant-Acad Advisor/Couns Job Title Student Success Coach Appointment Type Professional Faculty Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Yes Job Summary The College of Liberal Arts is seeking a Student Success Coach. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 12-month, professional faculty position. The Student Success Coach is a professional faculty member serving in the College of Liberal Arts. The Success Coach will provide first year coaching through one-on-one sessions and academic success workshops. They will also work transfer students and students who need assistance in the College of Liberal Arts Advising Center. The Success Coach will help students develop connections, navigate issues, and establish goals for academic success. Recognizing that students are the experts in their own lives, the Success Coach works with students to develop academic skills, learning strategies, goal setting and life management through coaching and mentoring. The purpose of this position aligns with the Oregon State University mission and strategic plan and the College of Liberal Arts strategic plan to achieve student access and persistence. This position may require occasional travel as part of training, professional development or outreach efforts. The Success Coach will utilize various forms of communication including in-person appointments, telephone appointments, Zoom, e-mail, etc. to stay connected with students. Students may be part of the Corvallis campus or Ecampus. The Student Success Coach works with diverse student populations representing a variety of backgrounds, needs, and skills. Important aspects of the work include a holistic approach to academic success coaching, attention to detail, and frequent contact with other units within the university. Oregon State University and the College of Liberal Arts are committed to maintaining and enhancing a collaborative and inclusive community. Why OSU? Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job! Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all. FACTS : •Top 1.4% university in the world •More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined •1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S. •2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties •7cultural resource centers (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources) that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone •100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates •35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color •217k+ alumni worldwide •For more interesting facts about OSU visit:https://oregonstate.edu/about Locations: Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport. Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances. Total Rewards Package: Oregon State University offers acomprehensive benefits package (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee) with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including: •Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents. •Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources. •Retirement savings paid by the university. •A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave. •Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities. •Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program. •Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life. Future and current OSU employees can use theBenefits Calculator (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator) to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU . Key Responsibilities 85% Provide one-on-one coaching and mentoring for individual students including E-campus students. 10% Programming and Administration 5%Duties as assigned. What You Will Need + Bachelor’s degree in discipline of choice. + Two years of academic advising experience or two years of working with college students on issues such as advising, academic success, academic coaching, counseling, orientation, student support, or retention services. + Strong communication skills: written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills. + Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to maintain student records accurately and confidentially. + Problem solving skills, attention to detail and the ability to work independently. + Ability to prioritize and support both on campus and Ecampus populations of students. + A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing inclusive excellence. This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. What We Would Like You to Have + Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, College Student Services Administration, Education, Counseling, Social Science, or similar discipline. + Three or more years of professional experience providing academic coaching or advising within a higher education setting. + Experience with online learning or willingness to learn. + Experience with student information systems (e.g. Banner, CORE , Web for Advisors), degree audit systems, and Microsoft Office. + Understanding of adult lifespan development and experience advising/coaching individuals who are facing a variety of life challenges. + Education or experience in a College of Liberal Arts discipline. + Fluency in a language other than English. Working Conditions / Work Schedule This office is student centered and works collaboratively. A willingness to engage with colleagues and campus partners is important to a functional office and helps provide exceptional support to students. Typically, M-F 8am to 5pm, some evenings and weekends are required. Pay Method Salary Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month Pay Date Last working day of the month Recommended Full-Time Salary Range $58,000 - $62,000 Link to Position Description https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position\_descriptions/171396 Posting Detail Information Posting Number P09344UF Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 10/01/2025 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 08/12/2025 Full Consideration Date 08/26/2025 Closing Date 08/28/2025 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants Special Instructions to Applicants To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 08/26/2025.Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants. When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: 1) A resume/CV; and 2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process. Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience. For additional information please contact: Karen Sullivan-Vance Karen.sullivanvance@oregonstate.edu We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at ourBackground Checks (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks) website including thefor candidates (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/candidates) section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team atemployee.relations@oregonstate.edu. Supplemental Questions Read More at: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/171493 OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.