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Student Success Specialist

Position Number: 9929913
Location: Janesville, United States
Position Type: Student Affairs and Services

Student Success Specialist

Req No: 2026-2269
Category: Education/Instruction
Anticipated Placement: USD $24.61/Hr. - USD $30.77/Hr.
Targeted Job Start Date: Fall 2026

Overview
This position coordinates learning support activities that improve student success as measured by learning gains, grades, retention and persistence. This position oversees academic support programs offered through the Student Success Center. This position monitors budgets, grants, evaluates service delivery, and implements continuous improvement strategies to improve program performance.

This position will be open until filled, with a first review date of November 16, 2026. After this date, the recruitment may close without further notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Responsibilities
Tutoring - Learning Center (30%)

Coordinate daily operations, including scheduling for the College's peer tutoring program.
Facilitate the hiring process and complete all necessary pre-employment paperwork for peer tutors.
In alignment with CRLA ITTPC standards, oversee peer tutors, holding regular 1:1 and team meetings, conducting session observations, and facilitating evaluations.
In alignment with the College Reading & Learning Association ITTPC standards, provide onboarding and ongoing training for tutors, collaborating with appropriate College departments as needed.

Academic Coaching (30%)

Coordinate student employees as Peer Educators in alignment with CRLA IPTPC standards
Outreach to first semester students and students identified through the early alert system and provide ongoing academic coaching and/or Peer Mentoring
In collaboration with the Athletic Director, work with student-athletes to provide academic coaching and/or Peer Mentoring as needed.

Supplemental Instruction (30%)

Coordinate supplemental Instruction leaders in alignment with UMKC Supplemental Instruction standards.
Work collaboratively with faculty to identify supplemental instruction opportunities in alignment with available resources.
Promote and engage students in supplemental instruction opportunities.
Develop data points and reports to track and communicate the usage and impact of supplemental instruction.

Student Success Center Programming & Support (10%)

Support BTC as a GED/HSED Department of Public Instruction Administration certified GED testing location by proctoring tests in the campus Testing Center in alignment with the Testing Center standard operating procedures as needed.
Proactively respond to faculty alerts in Advise and Academia, connecting students with Student Success services and resources that support their academic progress and success.
Research and identify learning support programming and instructional resources that reinforce academic concepts both remotely and on-site.
Publicize academic support programming and services to target student audiences.
Collect, report, and analyze data for grants and departmental needs, and make data-informed decisions about academic success programming.
Develop and monitor specific area budgetary needs.
Participate in evening coverage rotation within Student Success Center.

Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities;

Strong customer service and communication skills.
Knowledgeable with CRLA ITTPC standards
Familiar with UMKC Supplemental Instruction standards
Strong attention to detail and ability to consistently apply polices and procedures.
Proficient in using computer-based testing platforms and standard office software.
Ability to obtain and maintain certification/training required by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) and Pearson VUE GED Testing Services.

Education & Experience Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in education.
Two (2) years of work experience in teaching, training, or student support.
Experience working with peer-to-peer programs or testing programs desired.

Blackhawk Technical College 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.

To apply, visit https://careers-blackhawk.icims.com/jobs/2269/student-success-specialist/job?in_iframe=1

Blackhawk Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, disability, or age in employment, admissions or its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to manage inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator/Equal Opportunity Officer, 6004 S County Road G, P.O. Box 5009, Janesville, WI 53547-5009, (608) 757-7796 or (608) 757-7773, WI Relay: 711.