Academic Coach II-Student Affairs (Nursing, Omaha)

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree preferred;
Five years of direct years of experience in an academic unit in higher education
Proficiency with MS Office Suite; preferred web based applications: Blue, Banner, Slate, Degree Works, and CU Connect

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Ability to analyzing data and track student progress towards goals;
Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, including electronic communication, demonstrated proficiency in the use of mainstream electronic communication tools;
Proficient in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions;
Knowledge and Familiarity with college admissions processes, financial aid, and student resources;

Familiarity with courses/classes and requirements of a Nursing program;
Ability to motivate students;
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information;
Ability to juggle multiple priorities; consistency and reliability in following up with students and documenting actions;

Demonstrate ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team;
Demonstrate commitment to working with diverse populations;

Physical Requirements:
Seeing: 75 – 100%
Hearing: 50 – 74%
Standing/Climbing/Mobility: 50 – 74%
Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: 25 – 49 % (pound: 10 lbs.)
Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: 75-100%
Travel: No
Exposure to Blood Borne pathogens: No 

AAP/EEO Statement:
Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination.

Disclosure Statement:
This description describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Regular, reliable attendance is an essential function and all employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. Employees may also be required to work in excess of normal working hours as workloads and seasonal activities necessitate. A complete description is available in the Human Resource office located at 3006 Webster Street Omaha, NE. Creighton University reserves the right to modify duties, responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice.