Coordinator for Student Transition and Success

Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred in education, student affairs, or related field
3–5 years of experience in higher education or a related setting
Demonstrated experience supporting students from first-generation and/or low-income backgrounds
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to coordinate events, build relationships across departments, and manage multiple priorities
Knowledge of issues affecting student retention and persistence
Ability to work evenings and occasional weekends as needed

Coordinate all components of the Academic Immersion Program, including: Summer bridge planning and logistics, Facilitating programming and offering high-touch support for its participants, Academic year workshops and student check-ins, Ongoing retention initiatives for first- and second-year students
Lead efforts to support Fairfield Bellarmine students in their transition to Fairfield’s main campus, including: Individual and group support services, Events and workshops focused on academic and social transition, Partnership development with student services, faculty, and advising teams
Provide consistent, culturally aware student advising and mentorship
Track student participation and outcomes and assist in evaluation and reporting
Collaborate with campus partners to improve student transition pathways
Help build inclusive spaces that affirm students’ identities and experiences
Serve as a visible and approachable presence for students
Other Duties as assigned

Experience with summer bridge or academic transition programs
Familiarity with community college student populations or two-year to four-year transition models
Understanding of Jesuit education and student success frameworks