Online Student Support Specialist- Title III Grant

Online Student Support Specialist- Title III Grant - SUNY Broome Community College is seeking qualified candidates for the temporary position of Online Student Support Specialist. Title III grant funding will cover the Online Student Support Specialist position for a one-year period through December 31, 2027, with the possibility of extension through December 31, 2031, depending on performance metrics and continued grant funding. This is an on-campus position during normal business hours, with flexibility for a hybrid schedule when evening and weekend student support is required. This position provides proactive, individualized support to online and distance learning students, with a primary focus on students enrolled in fully online programs. The Online Student Support Specialist serves as a key point of contact, helping students navigate academic processes, address barriers to success, connect with campus resources, and remain engaged in their educational pathway. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal, written, verbal, and organizational skills; the ability to build supportive relationships with a diverse student population, identify needs, solve problems, and connect students with appropriate resources; the ability to work independently and collaboratively with faculty, staff, and campus partners; and a strong commitment to student access, success, persistence, retention, and completion. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Monitor student success and engagement indicators to identify students who Assist students in understanding and navigating college systems, processes, and technology, including learning management systems and other student-facing platforms. Collaborate with faculty and staff to identify student needs, coordinate appropriate interventions, and support student success. 2 Maintain accurate and timely documentation of student contacts, referrals, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with College policies and privacy requirements. Requirements: A minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Master's degree preferred. One year of experience working with college students in academic support, advising, student services, student success, or a related environment. Experience with learning management systems, virtual communication, and student support technologies. Ability to maintain accurate records and appropriately handle confidential student information. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship from the employer. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with online, distance learning, or adult learners. Experience with student success, early alert, degree planning, or case management systems. Knowledge of community college students, programs, policies, and support services. Additional Information: The minimum salary for this position is $61,798. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Offers of employment will be conditional based upon the results of a satisfactory, required pre-employment Standard Background Check. Human Resources Office P.O. Box 1017 Binghamton, New York 13902 Phone: 607-778-5319 Fax: 607-778-5482 Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Application Instructions: For best consideration, application materials should be received no later than Monday, November 2nd, 2026. SUNY Broome will continue to review and consider applications until this position is filled. Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and the name, address, and phone number of three (3) references to: URL: http://sunybroome.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=205591