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Working TitleAcademic Success Coordinator

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202500545AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib II

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$54,000 – $58,000

Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on05/19/2025

Description of Work Unit

The Department of Health and Exercise Science ( HES ) is one of eight academic programs in the College of Health and Human Sciences. Colorado State University is Colorado’s land grant institution and holds the Doctoral/Research University – Extensive classification from the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education. Faculty in the Department of Health and Exercise Science conduct innovative research in state of the art facilities, with an emphasis on basic, translational, and clinical applications in the area of chronic and age-related diseases. We are committed to our goal of producing nationally and internationally recognized research programs and graduates that are focused on helping people protect and improve their health and quality of life throughout the lifespan.

The Department has ~1100 undergraduate majors, 20-30 graduate students (about 60% MS and 40% PhD). Ten new faculty members (7 tenure-track) have joined the department since 2015. Research activities within the department are supported by the NIH , the American Heart Association, the National Cancer Institute, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and other federal, state, and industry sponsors.

The Human Performance Clinical Research Laboratory is a center for interdisciplinary research, training and outreach that contains 17,000 sq. feet of dedicated, state of the art research space with a full-time physician on staff and an in-house compliance/regulatory/safety team (https://www.chhs.colostate.edu/hes-hpcrl/). Department faculty have academic or affiliate appointments in several schools and departments, including the Colorado School of Public Health, the Prevention Research Center, Biomedical Sciences, and Food Science and Human Nutrition. Faculty regularly collaborate with the University of Colorado Health-North and the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.

To learn more about the Department, visit our web site athttp://www.hes.chhs.colostate.edu/http://www.hes.chhs.colostate.edu/ (http://www.hes.chhs.colostate.edu/http:/www.hes.chhs.colostate.edu/) .

Position Summary

The Academic Success Coordinator within the Department of Health and Exercise Science ( HES ) in the College of Health and Human Sciences is a 12-month, full-time Administrative Professional position. This position will provide an innovative and holistic approach to supporting students with the assistance, guidance, and resources necessary to successfully make critical transitions, develop academic plans, connect with campus resources, and engage in service learning. In all its activities, the Academic Success Coordinator will emphasize and enhance students’ abilities and assets and will support the campus priority for a diverse and supportive learning environment.

The Academic Success Coordinator will play a role in strengthening departmental efforts to provide quality advising and promote undergraduate student success. The Academic Success Coordinator works to support student recruitment and retention; is a professional, positive representative; and a primary point of contact for students.

Required Job Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the position’s essential duties

+ Experience working directly with students

+ Experience and proficiency working with a wide variety of technology and system platforms

Preferred Job Qualifications

+ Two years’ experience in an industry related to program content or supporting high school or college/university students in achieving educational and personal goals

+ Demonstrated written communication skills as evidenced by application materials

+ Demonstrated ability to do detailed work, prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines

+ Presentation experience and/or demonstrated oral communication skills

+ Demonstrated ability to advance the department’s commitment to access and success

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryAdvising, Retention, and Recruitment

Duty/Responsibility

+ Advise current, incoming, and transfer students on academic planning, course selection, and university policies.

+ Provide ongoing support to students from enrollment through graduation to ensure their academic success.

+ Support first- and second-year students with transitions, major exploration, and career planning.

+ Offer continued support for students through graduation.

+ Conduct proactive outreach to students, including those on probation or facing challenges.

+ Collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus offices to connect students with resources, research, and internship opportunities.

+ Promote student retention by addressing academic difficulty, time management, and other success factors.

+ Track and analyze student progress to inform advising strategies and improve outcomes.

+ Represent the department in recruitment and outreach activities.

+ Ability to work flexible non-standard hours including some weekends.

Percentage Of Time80

Job Duty CategoryParticipation in Cross-Campus Network of Academic Success Coordinators

Duty/Responsibility

+ Participate in ASC campus and professional advising meetings, sharing best practices and representing the department.

+ Collaborate with campus partners (e.g., Career Center, faculty, advisors) to support student success.

+ Maintain detailed knowledge of campus resources and connect students with opportunities.

+ Contribute to developing and improving advising forms, practices, and protocols.

+ Engage in professional development, mandatory trainings, and campus-wide initiatives to enhance advising services.

+ Support a holistic and comprehensive approach to student success as part of the advising team.

Percentage Of Time10

Job Duty CategoryService to the Department

Duty/Responsibility

+ Implement intentional plans to engage students and faculty in mentoring relationships

+ Facilitate connections that engage students in faculty research

+ Serve on department committees

Percentage Of Time10

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of the position, a current resume/CV, and the names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. At least one (1) reference must be from a current or former supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Travel - Possible recruiting visits and conferences

Search ContactStacie Knutson, [email protected]

EEO

Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the position’s essential duties?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * Do you have experience working directly with students?

+ Yes

+ No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Cover Letter

+ Resume

Optional Documents