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Student Success Specialist

Rend Lake College
Illinois, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/6/2026

Rend Lake College seeks a full-time Student Success Specialist. This position involves participating in recruitment, retention, and student activities across campus to aid in student success. Essential duties include; coordination of retention activities across campus; counseling students on enrollment, scholarships, and financial aid opportunities; tracking student success efforts; serve as a member of the RL-Cares team; representing RLC at high school and community events; assist in coordination and conduction of campus tours; coordinate and oversee campus food pantry; plan and implement student activities; facilitate the annual college fair; assist with walk-in advisement as needed. 50 week, non-tenure track position. Rend Lake College is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. Rend Lake College does not discriminate in any of its policies on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or any other status protected by law. Questions about Title IX or Disability Access may be directed to titleix@rlc.edu or das@rlc.edu, respectively. EMAIL OUR TITLE IX REPRESENTATIVE By: Taylor Frank , frankt@rlc.edu


Qualifications

  • Associate degree from an accredited institution required, bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Strong computer skills required.
  • Ability to present to small and large groups required.
  • All candidates will be required to successfully pass a background screening process.

Salary & Benefits

  • 37,000-39,000 per year, or commensurate with education and experience
  • Full benefits including medical, dental and vision; life insurance; retirement and paid time off
  • Free tuition for employee, spouse, and dependents

How To Apply


Tentative Start Date: May 15, 2026 or as negotiated

Application deadline: April 16, 2026, 4:30 PM

For more information contact:

Kim Rogers
Human Resources Director
c/o Rend Lake College
468 N. Ken Gray Pkwy / Ina, IL 62846
(618) 437-5321, Ext. 1228
or e-mail to
hr@rlc.edu

Application should include:

  • Cover Letter
  • Application
  • Resume
  • Transcripts

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