Sponsor Funded Professional - Senior NISS Program Advisor: NISS Senior Coach

Georgia State University
$90,000
tuition assistance
United States, Georgia, Atlanta
1 Park Place (Show on map)
Dec 12, 2024
Description : Sponsor Funded Professional - Senior NISS Program Advisor Division of Student Success National Institute for Student Success The National Institute for Student Success at Georgia State University (NISS) is dedicated to helping colleges and universities identify and resolve institutionally created barriers to equity and college completion. Through diagnostic services and practitioner-led coaching, the Institute enables campus leaders to implement proven student-success systems and data-driven interventions to enact systemic change in institutional processes and structures. WHAT MAKES THE National Institute for Student Success A GREAT PLACE? A flexible work environment Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc. A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with a variety of partners. Professional development opportunity and mentorship A rapidly growing center within an academic setting HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO The Senior Program Advisor will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and consistency of NISS's Diagnostic and Playbook deliverables. This position is focused on reviewing and refining these materials to maintain high standards of accuracy, logical soundness, and alignment with institutional needs. Collaborating closely with the NISS team of coaches, Senior Director and the Executive Director, this role will oversee the editorial integrity of program deliverables, ensuring they are actionable and impactful for partner institutions. Primary Responsibilities: Conduct in-depth reviews of all Diagnostic and Playbook deliverables, ensuring logical coherence, consistency, and adherence to NISS standards. Provide editorial oversight to guarantee clarity and precision in recommendations. Serve as the final reviewer of Diagnostic and Playbook content, ensuring it meets high standards for quality and alignment with institutional goals. Provide feedback to team members to enhance clarity, impact, and usability of deliverables. Work closely with NISS coaches, Senior Director and the Executive Director, providing input on deliverable structure and content to ensure alignment with NISS internal standards and best practices. Act as an internal resource for refining content based on best practices in program delivery. Ensure that all deliverables reflect NISS's commitment to data-driven, actionable insights that are relevant to each institution's unique context. Focus on perfecting language, logic, and presentation to provide a seamless and impactful experience for partner institutions. Establish and maintain editorial standards and guidelines to ensure consistency across all Diagnostic and Playbook materials developed by multiple coaches. Examples of Duties Include Review Diagnostic and Playbook materials to ensure they are logically sound, consistent, and clear, providing actionable recommendations tailored to partner institutions. Collaborate with consultants to refine content, offering detailed feedback on structure, clarity, and accuracy, ensuring high-quality outputs. Conduct thorough assessments of deliverables, verifying that all materials align with institutional needs and NISS's strategic objectives. Contribute to the development of internal editorial standards and guidelines, supporting a culture of continuous improvement. Disclaimer : This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor. Qualifications : Minimum Hiring Qualifications: Master's degree and three years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience. Preferred Hiring Qualifications: Experience in educational or consulting environments, ideally with a focus on content quality and consistency. * An openness to leveraging AI tools for enhanced content and process efficiency (training * provided). * Demonstrated excellence in understanding evidence-based argumentation with a strong attention to detail and the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely. A keen eye for evidence and logical consistency. Strict attention detail. * Familiarity with data interpretation and analytical skills to ensure deliverables are rooted in sound logic. * Strong writing skills * Excellent communication skills, particularly in providing constructive feedback. * Working knowledge of higher education setting, with an understanding of institutional processes, challenges, and priorities, particularly in relation to student success initiatives. College/Business Unit : Enrollment Management Department : National Institute for Student Success Location : Atlanta Campus Shift : M-F 8:30am-5:15pm Salary : $90,000 Pay Grade : NPP FLSA Status : Exempt Job Type : Full Time (Benefits Eligible) Job Posting : 12/12/24, 4:08:16 PM Closing Date : 02/01/25, 4:59:00 AM Preferred Hiring Qualifications : * Experience in educational or consulting environments, ideally with a focus on content quality and consistency. * An openness to leveraging AI tools for enhanced content and process efficiency (training * provided). * Demonstrated excellence in understanding evidence-based argumentation with a strong attention to detail and the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely. Additional Preferred Qualifications : Special Instructions : To be fully considered for this position all candidates must submit the following at the time of submission: * A complete and accurate GSU application, Resume, Cover Letter (Recommended), Final candidates must provide three professional references. #LI-KH1 Georgia State University Values : COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university, INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, equity, and civility, TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place. INTEGRITY: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources, EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service, STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents. USG Core Value Statement : The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Equal Employment Opportunity : Georgia State prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy),, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions., This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia State community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests. Further, Georgia State prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law,, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract. Background Check : Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record. Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime: Georgia State University is committed to its students' and employees' safety and security. It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office. Please note, Georgia State University's career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires. Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.