University of Wisconsin-Madison
Student Success Coach (2 Vacancies)
University of Wisconsin-Madison, Green Bay, Wisconsin, United States, 54301
Student Success Coach (2 Vacancies)
Oversees retention and/or transfer efforts for students who are considered at risk of failing, dropping out of school, or transferring to another school or program. Serves as a resource to faculty, staff, and students. The Student Success Coach position is designed to provide holistic and personalized support for UW-Green Bays diverse student population through proactive outreach, strategic advising, and intentional relationship-building. The Success Coach will serve as a consistent point of contact for a caseload of at-risk students, working to foster a sense of belonging, increase retention, and close opportunity gaps. Key responsibilities include conducting intake assessments to identify individual strengths and needs, developing tailored holistic success plans, and maintaining regular communication throughout the semester. Coaches will provide support and personal guidance through timely resource referrals, facilitate skill-building workshops, and collaborate closely with faculty, advisors, and campus partners to ensure wraparound support, while tracking student progress and documenting interactions using Navigate, our student success platform. In addition, the Success Coach will assist the supervisor with coordination and training of student success peer mentor component of the program. Key Job Responsibilities
Communicates, assists, and monitors progress of students Provides referrals to appropriate campus resources Adheres to the established plan of operation, curriculum, process policy, program procedures, and all other related federal regulations Partners with academic advisors, faculty, staff, students, and administrative personnel to track analytics, and help identify risk indicators to support data-informed retention and transfer strategies Advocates for campus-wide retention initiatives Maintains accurate student records including contact logs, case notes, and files Monitors, plans, and facilitates student academic progress, student programming, and success plans Makes recommendations to improve retention efforts Department
Student Access & Success Compensation
Minimum compensation of $46,610. This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Benefits
UW System provides an excellent benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees. This includes several health insurance options, with annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family. Our benefits package also includes dental, vision, several life insurance options, AD&D and Accident insurance and Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts. We participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), where employer contributions begin immediately and employees are fully vested after 5 years of service. The UW System also provides supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation. In addition, employees receive several types of paid leave benefits, which are prorated for employees working less than 100%. This includes 9 legal holidays, 36 hours of personal holiday and between 96-130 hours of sick leave annually. Employees earn 13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type. For more details, please review the links below. Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree Ability to manage multiple projects, self-prioritize, meet deadlines and remain flexible to shifting priorities Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail in all aspects of the job Demonstrated commitment to student development, support and success Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in education, student affairs, counseling, social work or related field 2 years' experience working in higher education Demonstrated experience in supporting institutional efforts for equity and access Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to work effectively on a team and independently in a high-volume work setting Experience working with diverse underrepresented and first-generation students Demonstrated computer proficiency with the ability to use spreadsheet, word processing and internet-based software/applications Proficiency in speaking and reading a second language, preferably Spanish, Hmong, Somali, or Oneida Conditions of Appointment
A criminal conviction investigation will be conducted on the finalist(s). A six-month probationary period is required for this position. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record. The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. How to Apply
Click the Apply button and follow the prompts on the screen. Please be sure to complete all required fields, and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. Please include the following documents: Cover letter specifically addressing qualifications for the essential job functions Resume Application Deadline
To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by Sunday, August 17, 2025. Contact Information
If you have any questions, need accommodations, or submitted your application with missing materials, call or email: Human Resources Phone: (920) 465-2390 Email: jobs@uwgb.edu The Successful Candidate
The successful candidate will be expected to work inclusively and respectfully within a diverse campus community and practice civility in the workplace. The University welcomes applicants who are dedicated to the appreciation and promotion of inclusivity and equity as crucial components in the pursuit of organizational excellence. In addition, the successful candidate will have strong oral, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills, demonstrated integrity and strong leadership, and the willingness to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. The University invites applicants who are dedicated to enriching the quality of life for students and the community by embracing the educational value of diversity, promoting environmental sustainability, encouraging engaged citizenship, and serving as an intellectual, cultural, and economic resource. Benefit Details
The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees. For benefits eligible positions, this includes several health insurance options, with annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family. Our benefits package also includes dental, vision, several life insurance options, AD&D and Accident insurance and Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts. We participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), where employer contributions begin immediately and employees are fully vested after 5 years of service. The Universities of Wisconsin also provides supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation. In addition, eligible employees receive several types of paid leave benefits, which are prorated for employees working less than 100%. This includes 9 legal holidays, 36 hours of personal holiday and between 96-130 hours of sick leave annually and paid parental leave. Eligible employees earn 13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type. For more details, please review the benefit quick guide linked below. Employee Misconduct
All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of employee misconduct, sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same misconduct, sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked. Confidentiality Statement
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis.Stat. sec. 19.36(7). Annual Security Report
For more information regarding the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and the
Oversees retention and/or transfer efforts for students who are considered at risk of failing, dropping out of school, or transferring to another school or program. Serves as a resource to faculty, staff, and students. The Student Success Coach position is designed to provide holistic and personalized support for UW-Green Bays diverse student population through proactive outreach, strategic advising, and intentional relationship-building. The Success Coach will serve as a consistent point of contact for a caseload of at-risk students, working to foster a sense of belonging, increase retention, and close opportunity gaps. Key responsibilities include conducting intake assessments to identify individual strengths and needs, developing tailored holistic success plans, and maintaining regular communication throughout the semester. Coaches will provide support and personal guidance through timely resource referrals, facilitate skill-building workshops, and collaborate closely with faculty, advisors, and campus partners to ensure wraparound support, while tracking student progress and documenting interactions using Navigate, our student success platform. In addition, the Success Coach will assist the supervisor with coordination and training of student success peer mentor component of the program. Key Job Responsibilities
Communicates, assists, and monitors progress of students Provides referrals to appropriate campus resources Adheres to the established plan of operation, curriculum, process policy, program procedures, and all other related federal regulations Partners with academic advisors, faculty, staff, students, and administrative personnel to track analytics, and help identify risk indicators to support data-informed retention and transfer strategies Advocates for campus-wide retention initiatives Maintains accurate student records including contact logs, case notes, and files Monitors, plans, and facilitates student academic progress, student programming, and success plans Makes recommendations to improve retention efforts Department
Student Access & Success Compensation
Minimum compensation of $46,610. This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Benefits
UW System provides an excellent benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees. This includes several health insurance options, with annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family. Our benefits package also includes dental, vision, several life insurance options, AD&D and Accident insurance and Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts. We participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), where employer contributions begin immediately and employees are fully vested after 5 years of service. The UW System also provides supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation. In addition, employees receive several types of paid leave benefits, which are prorated for employees working less than 100%. This includes 9 legal holidays, 36 hours of personal holiday and between 96-130 hours of sick leave annually. Employees earn 13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type. For more details, please review the links below. Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree Ability to manage multiple projects, self-prioritize, meet deadlines and remain flexible to shifting priorities Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail in all aspects of the job Demonstrated commitment to student development, support and success Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in education, student affairs, counseling, social work or related field 2 years' experience working in higher education Demonstrated experience in supporting institutional efforts for equity and access Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to work effectively on a team and independently in a high-volume work setting Experience working with diverse underrepresented and first-generation students Demonstrated computer proficiency with the ability to use spreadsheet, word processing and internet-based software/applications Proficiency in speaking and reading a second language, preferably Spanish, Hmong, Somali, or Oneida Conditions of Appointment
A criminal conviction investigation will be conducted on the finalist(s). A six-month probationary period is required for this position. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record. The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. How to Apply
Click the Apply button and follow the prompts on the screen. Please be sure to complete all required fields, and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. Please include the following documents: Cover letter specifically addressing qualifications for the essential job functions Resume Application Deadline
To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by Sunday, August 17, 2025. Contact Information
If you have any questions, need accommodations, or submitted your application with missing materials, call or email: Human Resources Phone: (920) 465-2390 Email: jobs@uwgb.edu The Successful Candidate
The successful candidate will be expected to work inclusively and respectfully within a diverse campus community and practice civility in the workplace. The University welcomes applicants who are dedicated to the appreciation and promotion of inclusivity and equity as crucial components in the pursuit of organizational excellence. In addition, the successful candidate will have strong oral, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills, demonstrated integrity and strong leadership, and the willingness to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. The University invites applicants who are dedicated to enriching the quality of life for students and the community by embracing the educational value of diversity, promoting environmental sustainability, encouraging engaged citizenship, and serving as an intellectual, cultural, and economic resource. Benefit Details
The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees. For benefits eligible positions, this includes several health insurance options, with annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family. Our benefits package also includes dental, vision, several life insurance options, AD&D and Accident insurance and Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts. We participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), where employer contributions begin immediately and employees are fully vested after 5 years of service. The Universities of Wisconsin also provides supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation. In addition, eligible employees receive several types of paid leave benefits, which are prorated for employees working less than 100%. This includes 9 legal holidays, 36 hours of personal holiday and between 96-130 hours of sick leave annually and paid parental leave. Eligible employees earn 13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type. For more details, please review the benefit quick guide linked below. Employee Misconduct
All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of employee misconduct, sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same misconduct, sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked. Confidentiality Statement
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis.Stat. sec. 19.36(7). Annual Security Report
For more information regarding the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and the