Ball State University — Assistant Director of Student Success Coaching
Filed in Administrative on May 2, 2023
Office of Dean of University College
Assistant Director of Student Success Coaching
Ball State University
University College welcomes applications for an Assistant Director of Student Success Coaching.
At Ball State University, Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.
Position Function: This position serves to develop and manage a newly created Student Success Coaching office located within Ball State’s University College. This position is responsible for coordinating equity-based programs and services designed to help students maximize their potential by guiding their exploration of self, their experiences, values, motivations, and other characteristics in an effort develop personal strategies for college success. This position helps to ensure appropriate and accurate academic records, execute departmental/divisional administrative policies, and use judgement and discretion appropriately.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education. Three years of experience in academic coaching, advising, counseling, student services or a related field in higher education.
Minimum Other: Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously. Knowledge of student success strategies and best practices.
Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher education. Professional coach certification recognized by the Center for Credentialing and Education (CCE), or International Coach Federation (ICF).
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Apply online at: https://bsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/36827
Include the following documents with your application: resume and cover letter addressed to: Brian Gorman. In the Applicant Documents section of this application, please provide an inclusive excellence statement describing how you would contribute to the development of a diverse and inclusive learning community at Ball State University through your teaching, research, and/or service. Please include examples of your contributions when possible. Word limit 500.
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will be accepted through May 14, 2023.
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. Ball State aspires to be the model of the most student-centered and community-engaged of the 21st century public research universities, transforming entrepreneurial learners into impactful leaders – committed to improving the quality of life for all.
The Ball State way is rooted in the Beneficence Pledge – a commitment to excellence in teaching and scholarship, honesty and integrity, social responsibility, gratitude and valuing the intrinsic worth of each member of our community. Ball State students, faculty and staff are empowered in a culture that believes in them and demands they believe in themselves. They are partners in an innovative, immersive approach to education. They are supported by living and learning facilities that enable intellectual curiosity. We graduate scholars who are changing the world, and we’ve dedicated our University to do the same.
The university offers an excellent wellness program and extensive benefits offerings to include a generous paid time off package and paid parental leave. For further information regarding benefits please visit: https://cms.bsu.edu/About/AdministrativeOffices/HumanResources/Jobs/Benefits-and-Community/professional-staff
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
