Universities of Wisconsin
Retention Specialist
Universities of Wisconsin, Stevens Point, Wisconsin, United States, 54481
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Position Title: Retention Specialist
Job Category: Academic Staff
Employment Type: Regular
Job Profile: Retention Specialist
Job Duties:
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 Department:
School of Health Sciences and Wellness
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
Special Notes:
Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.EverythingPointsHere.com.
Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or hr@uwsp.edu.
The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspx
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
EEO Statement:
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Position Title: Retention Specialist
Job Category: Academic Staff
Employment Type: Regular
Job Profile: Retention Specialist
Job Duties:
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 Department:
School of Health Sciences and Wellness
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
Special Notes:
Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.EverythingPointsHere.com.
Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or hr@uwsp.edu.
The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspx
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
EEO Statement:
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.