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Student Success Program CoordinatorPortland State University

Job Summary

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Portland State University


Position Details
Position Details

Proposed Start Date12/01/2025
Classification TitleAdvising and Student Services
RankN - No Rank
Working TitleStudent Success Program Coordinator
Department250106 - SBA Undergrad Differential Tuition
Position NumberD91742
RepresentationAU - AAUP
RenewableNonrenewable beyond - 11/30/2026
End date, if applicable 11/30/2026
Position FTE1.0
Tenure StatusN - not applicable


Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.

More than 20,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.

Position Summary
The School of Business Student Success Programs Coordinator operates out of the Undergraduate Students Services Office and is responsible for coordinating programming and student appointments for all students in the School of Business Atmos program, providing front-line support for student inquiries, and working with the Undergraduate Student Services Team to ensure positive student success outcomes.

The Atmos program exists for students who need support to defy the odds. It is a resource for academic, career and community support to help create an avenue for a brighter future.

The Student Success Programs Coordinator also manages the Summer Business Institute, a week-long immersive business education program for high school students.

This is a 12-month position. This position reports to the Director of Student Success in the School of Business.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification in the job description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our qualifications. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.

In accordance with the AAUP collective bargaining agreement this position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Article 17 Section 11 refers.

Minimum Qualifications
  • BA/BS with 1-2 years of related experience in higher education
  • Experience providing coaching, counseling, mentoring, or advising to students.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and under limited time pressures with colleagues.
  • Prior experience working with students from historically under-served communities
Preferred Qualifications


Key Cultural Competencies
  • Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
  • Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
  • Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
  • Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/HoursMonday to Friday, 40 hours per week, schedule to be determined
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.

The starting annual salary for this position will be $57,000 but may be negotiated above this rate dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.

An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools.

Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package.


Search Details

Posting Close Date10/29/2025
Projected Close Date for PostingCloses
Application screening begins10/16/2025
Quick Linkhttps://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/48537


Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * This position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Are you currently employed as an AAUP academic professional?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * What is your highest degree earned?

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * Please name the specific field/discipline in which you received your degree.

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. * How did you first find out about this position?
    • PSU Website
    • Indeed.com
    • HERCJobs
    • Urban League of Portland
    • Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber
    • Oregon Employment Department
    • Social Media
    • Person Referral
    • Career Builder
    • Glass Door
    • Other - Please describe in the next Question
  5. If you selected Other, please describe.

    (Open Ended Question)



Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Professional References
Optional Documents




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