This is a grant-funded position. Must apply at uau.edu/employment.

The life coach is responsible for the achievement of excellent services in coaching, academic advising, academic support skills, and non-academic support tools for the TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) program. This individual will be a partner in implementing strategic initiatives aimed at increasing student retention, engagement, and graduation, as well as assuming programmatic support responsibilities.

• Serves as a life coach for first-generation, low-income students with disabilities and underrepresented populations in higher education
• Utilizes student success and coaching best practices to mentor program participants, providing specialized services as needed
• Assists participating freshmen with registration and academic advising throughout the academic year
• Manage a caseload of RIO SSS participants by monitoring academic programs, implementing activities, and providing support to promote their student success
• Access student needs, provide appropriate interventions, develop strategies to overcome barriers to success, and offer referrals and access to campus and community resources
• Collaborate with various university departments on new and returning students in the areas of financial aid, admissions, advising, and serve as an advocate on behalf of students; work in collaboration with the SSS Program Director to support project participants
• See full job description and apply at uau.edu/employment

• Must be currently authorized to work lawfully in the United States
• Bachelor's degree in education or related field required; master's degree preferred
• Three years of experience in higher education preferred
• Holds or is able/willing to obtain life coach certification
• Experience in teaching college-level courses and/or adults preferred
• Ability to crate and maintain good working relationships with students
• Ability to work effectively with various university departments and strong communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations to assist their need
• Ability to effectively initiate, implement, coordinate, and assess programs and activities
• Experience and knowledge of issues and challenges facing first-generation, low-income students with disabilities and underrepresented populations in higher education
• Demonstrates a passion for helping students succeed
• Possess strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks
• Proficient with computer applications with a thorough understanding of Microsoft Office suite and data management software