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This support may include but is not limited to the organization and coordination of the weekly persistence reports, assigning the students to the responsible faculty and staff members, and the student communication and out reach.
Pay:Â $20/hour
Location:Â Valparaiso
Responsibilities:
Attend weekly department meeting to review weekly persistence reports.
Assist in determining weekly strategy for enrollment increases, organize and coordinate the assigning of students to the responsible faculty members and oversee individual student load.
Research and determine ways to implement strategies from academic institutions that are performing well in their retention and enrollment efforts.
Communicate routinely with the students to assess needs and available resources. Serve as a general resource in answering students’ questions. Assist in Identifying students’ needs and refer them to appropriate program/services within college campus (e.g. Disability Support Services) or external facilities (e.g. Wrap Around Service Resource).
Provide basic information to students to assist in the completion of related necessary forms and step-by-step procedures. Assist in problem solving and student advocacy.
Assist in scheduling appointments and preparing correspondence
Use of appropriate forms and tools utilized by the College. Maintain and update student records (i.e., paper files and/or database files, scanning of information) utilizing the Banner student system as appropriate to the task. Proficiency with computers and various software and data packages including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Respond quickly to requests for information from supervisors and student-related requests, inquiries and needs.
Plan, coordinate, and staff tabling events on campus to engage students, promote programs, and support recruitment and outreach efforts
Available to work some evenings and Saturdays as needed.
Work as a team member of the Campus and Academic unit. Know the required FERPA and other Federal compliance mandates.
Other related duties as assigned by Dean, Program Chair, Academic Advisor, VCSS, VCAA or Campus Chancellor.
The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness
Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
Retirement & Financial Security
10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Educational Benefits
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
Paid professional development opportunities
Work‑Life Balance
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
Flexible work arrangements where available
Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Additional Perks
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.
Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.
Education, Experience And Other Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications
Technical certificate or a minimum of 30 college credits required
Employee must be computer literate and proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access and PowerPoint) in Microsoft Office 2019 and Google Suite.
Must have a pleasant disposition, good attitude and ability to get along with others.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate’s degree or higher preferred.
Competency with My Ivy and Ivy Learn.
Must have the ability to get work done timely and accurately.
Confidentiality and trustworthiness are top priorities.
Selected candidate for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history check, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome.
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness
Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
Retirement & Financial Security
10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Educational Benefits
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
Paid professional development opportunities
Work‑Life Balance
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
Flexible work arrangements where available
Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Additional Perks
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.
Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
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