University of Wisconsin-Madison
Retention Specialist
University of Wisconsin-Madison, Stevens Point, Wisconsin, United States, 54481
Retention Specialist
This position reports to the Student Success Center Director in the School of Health Sciences and Wellness and is responsible for School retention efforts and academic advising. The Retention Coordinator is a SHSW liaison with UWSP Admissions. On a day-to-day basis, the Retention Specialist is responsible for managing collaborative initiatives that impact outreach and recruitment, retention, and student success of undergraduates in the School of Health Sciences and Wellness. The work of this individual is highly complex and ever-changing to best meet the needs of students in various academic programs. The Retention Specialist collaborates and connects School, college and campus constituents and external constituents to leverage program efforts and School initiatives. The Retention Specialist serves as the primary academic adviser to a select group of students and provides advising support when needed for students across the entire School. Key Job Responsibilities
Serve as academic and career advisor for SHSW perspective, new, current, and transfer students. Serve as instructor for HSW 100
Student Success in Health and Wellness Professions Involvement in School/UWSP recruitment events such as ViewPoint Days, Admitted Student Days. Advise HOSA student organization at UWSP Manage Student Success Center Newsletter Required Qualifications
Professional work experience in advising, career services, admissions, and/or student services in a school, college, or university setting or equivalent skills and experience Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated effectiveness encouraging and motivating students with a strong commitment to student success Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment Attentive to detail and strong record-keeping and data management skills Demonstrated use of technology Education
Master's degree How to Apply
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 08/13/2025 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents: Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience Resume (Official Transcripts may be required of finalist) Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply three (3) professional references/one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor. (Preference to supply five (5) professional references/two (2) of which being a current or former supervisors.) Your references will be required to answer questions regarding misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment. Contact Information
For additional information regarding the position, please call or email: Jeff Christensen, Position Contact, Search and Screen Committee Email: jchriste@uwsp.edu Phone: 715-346-2603 If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted your application with missing materials, please call or email: Human Resources Email: human.resources@uwsp.edu Phone: 715-346-2606
This position reports to the Student Success Center Director in the School of Health Sciences and Wellness and is responsible for School retention efforts and academic advising. The Retention Coordinator is a SHSW liaison with UWSP Admissions. On a day-to-day basis, the Retention Specialist is responsible for managing collaborative initiatives that impact outreach and recruitment, retention, and student success of undergraduates in the School of Health Sciences and Wellness. The work of this individual is highly complex and ever-changing to best meet the needs of students in various academic programs. The Retention Specialist collaborates and connects School, college and campus constituents and external constituents to leverage program efforts and School initiatives. The Retention Specialist serves as the primary academic adviser to a select group of students and provides advising support when needed for students across the entire School. Key Job Responsibilities
Serve as academic and career advisor for SHSW perspective, new, current, and transfer students. Serve as instructor for HSW 100
Student Success in Health and Wellness Professions Involvement in School/UWSP recruitment events such as ViewPoint Days, Admitted Student Days. Advise HOSA student organization at UWSP Manage Student Success Center Newsletter Required Qualifications
Professional work experience in advising, career services, admissions, and/or student services in a school, college, or university setting or equivalent skills and experience Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated effectiveness encouraging and motivating students with a strong commitment to student success Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment Attentive to detail and strong record-keeping and data management skills Demonstrated use of technology Education
Master's degree How to Apply
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 08/13/2025 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents: Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience Resume (Official Transcripts may be required of finalist) Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply three (3) professional references/one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor. (Preference to supply five (5) professional references/two (2) of which being a current or former supervisors.) Your references will be required to answer questions regarding misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment. Contact Information
For additional information regarding the position, please call or email: Jeff Christensen, Position Contact, Search and Screen Committee Email: jchriste@uwsp.edu Phone: 715-346-2603 If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted your application with missing materials, please call or email: Human Resources Email: human.resources@uwsp.edu Phone: 715-346-2606