Position Details
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Marshall University is a public comprehensive university with a rich history as one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in West Virginia. Founded in 1837 and named after Chief Justice John Marshall, definer of the Constitution, Marshall University advances the public good through innovative, accredited educational programs. We are located in downtown Huntington, West Virginia, with additional locations in South Charleston, Point Pleasant, Teays Valley and Beckley. Marshall University's mission, inspired by our Vision and Creed, includes a commitment to:

• Offer a wide range of high quality, affordable, and accessible undergraduate, graduate, and professional education that prepares students to think, learn, work, and live in an evolving global society.
• Create opportunities and experiences to foster understanding and appreciation of the rich diversity of thought and culture.
• Maintain a dynamic intellectual, artistic, and cultural life by promoting and supporting research and creative activities by undergraduates, graduates, and faculty.
• Contribute to the quality of life of the community, region, and beyond through applied research, economic development, health care, and cultural enrichment.
• Cultivate the development of an inclusive, just, and equitable community.

Come Meet Marshall and discover what it means to be part of the Marshall University family!
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We are committed to attracting and retaining quality faculty and staff. In doing so, Marshall University offers outstanding benefit packages to eligible employees only. (E-Class in the job posting). Marshall University Research Corporation (MURC) employees have different benefit options than those listed below.

• Work week is 37.5 hrs.
• A great highlight in December is that Marshall University employees receive almost two weeks off for Winter Break!
• Holidays - Employees receive 13 Paid Holidays
• Annual and Sick Leave - Classified Staff, Non-Classified Staff and 12-month Faculty earn up to 24 days of annual leave per year (max 360 hours) and up to 18 days of sick leave per year. ) Employee Leave
• Health Insurance - Marshall University offers health insurance through West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA). There are seven (7) health benefit plans.
• Educational/Tuition Benefits - Marshall University provides tuition benefits to regular employees (after probationary period) and their dependent children.
• Retirement Plans - Marshall University offers retirement through Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA). Full-time benefits eligible employees must participate in the mandated retirement plan (401(a)).
• Life Insurance - Basic term life insurance ($10,000) at no cost and may purchase optional life insurance coverage with pre-tax earnings.
• Wellness Programs - PEIA provides various care management programs and the Pathways to Wellness program.

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Position Information
Position Title
Student Support Specialist (2 positions available)

Banner Position Number
001044

E-Class
NC - Nonclassified - .53 or >

Department
ASD College Program - MU2432

Job Description

The Student Support Specialist will be responsible for: Coordinating the general transition of students enrolled in the ATC's College Program entering Marshall University. The Student Support Specialist will be responsible for facilitating all meetings during which supports are planned, developing those plans into a visual framework, and leading the creation of initial support plans based upon those meetings; Working closely with professors and university staff involved in teaching (or providing services to) enrolled students. Duties will include providing general and person-specific information to aid in effective teaching, and working with university staff to ensure a basic knowledge base exists for appropriate and effective interaction with students; Serving as a liaison with parents and of students; Collecting and reporting data regarding the progress and goals of incoming students; Assisting outgoing students in accessing peripheral university services, including but not limited to counseling, psychological assessment, medical care and treatment, and specialized tutoring. Included in this duty is the responsibility to provide training and information to essential service personnel so they may effectively serve students; Working closely with academic advisors assigned to incoming freshmen and transfer students; Participating in regular and periodic team meetings with the Program Coordinator and Assistant Coordinator, and working closely with graduate assistants who provide mentoring to students; Facilitating the skills group dedicated to upperclassmen; Other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator.
Salary Range
$38,000- $50,000- Salary is commensurate with experience and internal equity

Salary Type
Salary

Time Type
Full-Time

Work Location
MU - Marshall University
Qualifications
Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined in the job description.
Required Qualifications
Education

• A Bachelor's Degree in a human services discipline

Experience

• Professional or personal experience supporting individuals living with an autism spectrum disorder in higher education is mandatory.

Preferred Qualifications
Education

• Master's degree in a human services field is preferred.

Experience
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
MU1042E

Open Date
05/01/2024

Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions Summary

The search committee requests that three reference letters to be submitted with your application. Please enter your references' information in the Reference Letter Submission section of the application. Your references will be notified via email to submit their reference letters to the search committee in our Applicant Tracking system.