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Academic Coordinator - TRIO SSS

Applications Close: Aug 11, 2026

Purdue University Northwest

2200 169th St, Hammond, IN 46323, USA

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Overview of Academic Coordinator - TRIO SSS

Purdue University Northwest is seeking an Academic Coordinator in the TRIO Student Support Services department. The Academic Coordinator will provide individualized academic and educational services, coordinate the program's tutoring, and monitor the academic progress for students of TRIO Student Support Services. The Academic Coordinator establishes and maintains faculty and staff collaborations that lead to student program recruitment. The Academic Coordinator contributes to the completion of…

special projects and events and may serve on a variety of committees. The Academic Coordinator will support the mission of the grant, which focuses on student persistence, good academic standing, and getting students to graduate. This position does have the opportunity for a flexible work schedule but does require a strong on-campus presence.

TRIO Student Support Services is a federally funded program that supports first-generation, income-eligible college students on their journey to earning a bachelor's degree at Purdue University Northwest. Current funding is secured through 8/31/2030.

Pay: $50,000 - $54,500

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm with occasional evening or weekend work a couple of times per semester; will flex work schedule to accommodate

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide academic coaching
Provide financial literacy and financial aid assistance
Provide career-readiness coaching such as resume building, interview preparation, and developing a network
Develop college success skills within students
Provide graduate admission advising
Monitor academic progress and utilize learning and strengths assessments to develop individual success plans
Maintain accurate records and documentation of services provided via Student Access and participant files
Develop programming/workshops that align with meeting program’s grant objectives
Responsible for the monitoring and reporting of all participants’ academic progress via Progress Reporting, Cognos, or any other relevant method
Recommend and implement data-informed practices for strengthening the retention, persistence, and graduation of students
Collaborate with key academic and support services
Assist the Director in the evaluation and documentation of program components, including the Annual Performance Report
Promote the tutoring program among participants
Train students how to utilize the tutoring program
Recruit tutors for in-person tutoring as needed
Develops outreach to TRIO eligible participants
Coordinates enrollment of eligible students into the program
Establishes and maintains faculty and staff collaborations that lead to student program recruitment
Schedule and conduct classroom presentations to engage TRIO eligible students
Represents TRIO at university (NSO, Preview PNW, Welcome Week) and community tabling/booth events as necessary
Perform other duties as assigned, including participation in professional growth activities to remain informed with current tutoring, retention and success best practices, theories, and technologies

Benefits

Full benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Retirement, Life Insurance and more
Accrue 15 days’ vacation your first year, then 22 days’ vacation your 2nd year plus rollover
University contribution of 10% to retirement (3 year waiting period)
University contributions to Health Savings Account
Plus a chance to earn more through participating in University Wellness Initiatives
10 paid holidays
Employee Wellness Programs
Paid Parental Leave after one year of service
Tuition remission for you, your spouse and dependent children at any Purdue campus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, or other human services field

Experience

Minimum two years’ experience. Experience working with individuals who are low-income, first-generation college, or students with disabilities is preferred.

Core Competencies

Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of individuals who are traditionally underrepresented in post-secondary education and knowledge of issues affecting their college retention and success.
Ability to coach and mentor students successfully.
Experience with data collection, management, and report generation.
Knowledge of learning assessments and implementation to promote academic and career success.
Ability to coordinate program initiatives on evidence-based practices.
Ability to display strong attention to detail and excellent organization skills.
High initiative and able to collaborate effectively within the department and with campus stakeholders.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google, Outlook, and video conferencing software.
Some evening and weekend work may be required, including overnight trips with students ~3x per year.