TRIO Success Coach

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title TRIO Success Coach Division Academic Affairs Department/Office SPREE - Grants

Position Summary Information

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The SPREE - Grants Program at St. Catherine University invites applications for a full-time TRIO Success Coach position.

The TRIO Success Coach will fulfill the role as described in the TRIO SSS grant, serving as the primary academic advisor for assigned TRIO SSS students, developing and implementing programming for TRIO SSS students, and supporting program operations including outreach, recordkeeping, and evaluation. The Success Coach will employ a holistic approach, including financial aid support; resource referrals; graduate education preparation; support accessing community-engaged learning, career development, global studies, and other high-impact opportunities; and consideration of how other aspects of students' lives affect academics.

The TRIO Success Coach will:

• Manage and advise caseload of 60-70 TRIO SSS participants.
• Deliver proactive advising services to participants. Refer to appropriate campus offices based on assessed need.
• Communicate with participants' faculty and academic support staff to surface and remediate any challenges or concerns.
• Design individual student success plans. Document and track student progress against agreed upon goals and program expectations outlined in success plans.
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver enrichment events that support student success.
• Coordinate with Student Accessibility and Accommodations, Career Development, Office for Scholarly Engagement, Financial Literacy, Centers for Equity and Belonging, and other offices/programs to provide co-curricular activities and opportunities for participants.
• Support major processes required to accomplish grant goals. Assist with recruitment and eligibility screening for program participants.
• Present information about the TRIO SSS program to relevant audiences on and off campus. Regularly update participant files to maintain complete and accurate program records.
• Assist director with data collection to support program reporting requirements.
• Participate in regular Academic Advising, TRIO SSS, and other relevant meetings.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling, Student Affairs, or a related field.
• Undergraduate academic advising or related experience.
• Experience supporting student populations similar to TRIO SSS-eligible students (low-income, first-generation,
• and students with disabilities).
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workplace.
• Ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects while maintaining high-contact relationships with students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree.
• Experience advising students in TRIO programs.
• Experience applying academic advising approaches and retention best practices in higher education.
• Three or more years of experience within a college or university advising, career, tutoring, or related
• department.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver workshops and training.

We seek creative, adaptable staff who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes cultural diversity, multicultural understanding, and cultural fluency. Consistent with the university's commitment to women, diversity, and social justice, preference will be given to candidates who manifest these themes in their experience and service.

EEO Statement

Compensation:

Annual wage is $42,474 - $49,500 depending on qualifications and experience.

The salary range listed reflects a good-faith estimate of what we reasonably anticipate to pay for this position, based on market data and internal equity, at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, and other relevant factors. St. Catherine reserves the right to modify or adjust compensation depending on University needs.

Benefits:

Employees at St. Kate's feel a deep connection to the University's Mission and Vision, and they live their values at work. Benefits available to full-time employees include:

• Fourteen (14) paid holidays and paid "gift" days when the University is closed.
• Free tuition for employees and reduced tuition for their families after one year of service
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 403b retirement plan access
• Accrued sick time

Specific information on all of our available benefits for full-time employees can be found HERE.

St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to "love of neighbor without distinction" and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of all religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at hr@stkate.edu or 651-690-6565.

Application instructions for STAFF

Visit St. Kate Careers to apply. Three references and successful completion of a background check will be required for employment.

St. Catherine University

2004 Randolph Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105

Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace / Tobacco Free Workplace

Our university is a proud member of the Upper Midwest HERC and is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff and assisting dual career couples. For more information and to find other higher education jobs in the Upper Midwest region, visit: www.uppermidwestherc.org.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 20220838-STAFF Posting Start Date 09/14/2026 Application Deadline 10/06/2026

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • What is your highest level of completed education?

• Some high school

• High school diploma or GED

• Some college

• Associate's degree

• Bachelor's degree

• Some graduate school

• Master's degree

• ABD

• Professional degree (e.g., JD, MD)

• Doctoral degree

• • Are you presently legally authorized to work in the United States for any U.S. employer? Please be aware that St. Catherine University is only able to consider candidates who are authorized to work in the United States.

• Yes

• No

• • St. Catherine University welcomes applications from candidates who are traditionally under-represented. We are happy to consider candidates who are currently in possession of a temporary work visa, however, please be aware that we do not offer employment visa sponsorship. Will you now or in the future require an employer to sponsor you for an employment-based visa/status in the U.S. (e.g. H-1B status)?

• Yes

• No

• Maybe

• • Can you perform the essential functions of this position with or without accommodation?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Other Document 1
• Transcripts
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Letter of Recommendation 3
• References