The Retention Specialist is partially funded by a Title III grant and reports to the Director of Student Retention. The Specialist assists with the promotion of a positive and successful learning experience for students to increase student retention, success, and completion. The Specialist is expected to be thoroughly familiar with Carlow's programs and services and admission and enrollment processes. The Specialist serves as a go-to resource for students.

Essential Responsibilities:

* Assist in planning and implementing a comprehensive student success and retention plan.

* Identify and provide proactive outreach to at-risk students, including those on academic warning and probation, connecting them to intentional intervention and student support activities.

* Assist with outreach to appropriate divisions, departments, and classes; provide students with information about program area(s) and services available; provide faculty with information about services available and opportunities for faculty participation.

* Monitor academic progress of students by analyzing progress reports from learning management system/self-reported measures, determining eligibility and satisfactory progress toward degree, identifying current and potential needs or problem areas (e.g., study skills, tutoring), and referring students to appropriate campus resources for assistance.

* Develop and implement student success and outreach plans that utilize proactive strategies to re-engage students who need additional support.

* Design and deliver study skills curriculum Provide students and classes with Success Tips (stress management, time management, how to study, how to test, etc.)

* Assist in the planning and implementation of Summer Bridge Programs.

* Plan events for students and create opportunities for them to explore the local community.

* Collaborate with campus partners on workshops and programming that support retention and student success, including study groups, linked tutoring, and embedded tutoring.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Experience:

* Commitment to student success and the mission of Carlow University.

* A minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college.

* Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work as a member of a team.

* Experience working with university students.

* Understand student development theory specifically in the areas of first year, commuter and transfer student needs and engagement.

Carlow University is Devoted to....

* A culture of integrity, dignity and respect for all

* A strong commitment to social justice

* Ethical forward-thinking leadership

* Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life & disability benefits package

* Tuition benefits for undergraduate and graduate programs

* Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options

* Wellness and Employee Assistance Program

* Complimentary use of Carlow's fitness center and amenities

Successful candidates must be committed to envisioning the future of liberal arts and professional education in a rapidly changing environment; have experience working with diverse populations; actively support Carlow's commitment to equity, inclusion, and community; and be able to articulate how they will contribute to Carlow University's Catholic, Mercy mission and values through their teaching, scholarship, and service.

Carlow University is a comprehensive Catholic University situated in a culturally rich and diverse urban setting of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1929 by the Sisters of Mercy, an international community of Roman Catholic women with a mission to serve the poor, the sick, and the uneducated. Carlow is an institution grounded in the liberal arts while also offering strong professional programs, committed to engaging its diverse community in a process of life-long learning, scholarship, research, and service. Degrees are offered at the baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral levels. Carlow University aims to provide transformational educational opportunities rooted in social justice for a diverse community of learners, and to empower them to excel in their chosen work as compassionate, responsible leaders in the creation of a just and merciful world.

Carlow University employees commit themselves to the highest standards of ethical conduct. They commit to act with integrity, treat others with respect and dignity, carefully steward the University's resources, avoid conflicts of interest or commitment, maintain confidentiality, and to comply with legal and professional obligations.