Job Description

Student Success Navigators


About SUNY Morrisville:


SUNY Morrisville, a college that leverages the expansive resources of the State University of New York, is a model of innovative applied education. Located in the center of New York State, the college offers students hands-on, experiential learning in modern classrooms and specialized facilities, many of which are rare or one-of-a-kind in higher education. Morrisville's 3,000 students - who come from diverse backgrounds across the state and around the world - choose from more than 50 associate and bachelor degree programs that embrace agriculture, technology, business, social sciences, including Psychology, Criminal Justice, and the liberal arts. An internship program that prepares students for success in the 21st-century workplace ranks among the top ten in the nation. At Morrisville, motivated students work alongside talented faculty members - many with field experience - to imagine, build, and test practical, sustainable solutions to some of the fundamental questions confronting a shrinking world with diminishing resources.


The Morrisville campus is 30 miles southeast of Syracuse and 30 miles southwest of Utica; it is a half-hour drive from the New York State Thruway with easy access to Albany (two hours), Rochester (two hours), Buffalo (three hours) and New York City (four hours).


The Norwich Campus of SUNY Morrisville has been serving the Norwich community and the surrounding areas for more than 46 years, offering students associate degree options such as Criminal Justice, Computer Information Technology, and Nursing. The campus is also used by businesses, not-for-profits and community partners for training, events and videoconferencing.


The Syracuse Educational Opportunity Center (EOC), administered by SUNY Morrisville, provides the urban community of Syracuse with innovative academic programs leading to higher education as well as vocational training programs leading to gainful employment and economic self-sufficiency.


Recognizing the importance of diversity in assuring the success of students and graduates in an increasingly global environment, SUNY Morrisville is committed to equity and inclusion in all aspects of hiring and employment.

Job Description:


Campus Title: Student Success Navigator

Budget Title : Staff Assistant


Unit: UUP

Professional Rank and Salary Range: SL-2, $60,000


Duration: Temporary for up to 3 years

Brief Description of Duties:


SUNY Morrisville is seeking several Student Success Navigators (SSN).


This role is a three-year, temporary position and is designed to empower recent graduates to prepare for professional positions. The Student Success Navigators will create and implement programs, initiatives, and activities to enhance student involvement, belonging, and academic success. These staff members will serve as role models to Morrisville students, encourage positive engagement, and promote leadership development.
The four Student Success Navigators (SSNs) will assist with promoting a positive and vibrant community for students to enhance student sense of belonging, student success, and student retention. The SSNs will be assigned to Student Affairs or The CORE but will work in collaboration on larger campus-based initiatives such as Orientation, Stomp Out Hate, Heritage Month Celebrations, etc. They will work with the Vice-President of Student Affairs and Inclusive Engagement (VPSAIE) and the Executive Director of Opportunity and Access Programs (DAP) to create initiatives that impact student success, belonging, and community building.


Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Serve as part of the CARE outreach for students. Attend MHFA training.
• Serve as Restorative Justice Facilitator for the campus Conduct System after receiving training.
• Serve as ARP coaches for students as designated.
• Provide evening weekend programming and coverage in the Student Activities Center on a rotating basis.
• Serve as role models to Morrisville students, encourage positive engagement, and promote leadership development.
• In addition to the responsibilities of their assigned roles, incumbents will be expected to participate in the following:
  • Three-day onboarding led by System Administration and campus staff
  • Weekly one-on-one meetings with assigned supervisor
  • Monthly group meetings with System Administration staff
  • A minimum of three professional development sessions each semester
  • Completion of a capstone project at the completion of each year, which will be presented on campus during the May Assessment Day and in June at the SUNY System offices.

Requirements:


Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a SUNY Institution
• Student leadership experience
• Availability to work evenings and weekends
• Experience in program planning and implementation

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with EOP or other Access Programs
• Dedication to student success
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Additional Information:


SUNY Morrisville is committed to creating a vibrant community enriched by diverse perspectives, talents and experiences, and prohibits discrimination in employment based on gender, race, ethnicity, nationality, physical capability, age, creed, sexual identity, veteran status, and economic means. We encourage applications from candidates who share this commitment and will contribute to the diversity of our college community. AA/EEO/ADA


In accordance with the "Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act" institutions of higher education are required to prepare an annual report containing information on campus security policies and campus statistics. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by SUNY Morrisville; and on property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning sexual assault, and other matters. You can obtain a printed copy of this report by contacting SUNY Morrisville University Police at (315) 684-6410, Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities at (315) 684-6070, Office of Human Resources at (315) 684-6038 and or by accessing the following web site:

Application Instructions:


Application Deadline: Although applications will be accepted until the position is filled, candidates should submit their application as soon as possible, to assure optimal consideration.


Application Procedure: Applicants must submit all required materials directly through the online job application posting.


Application Materials: Please provide Cover Letter, Resume, and at least three employment references (we will not contact references without prior permission).

Job Tags

Temporary work, Internship, Work at office, Immediate start, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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