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Academic Retention Specialist

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Position Number:

9825814

Location:

Moscow, United States

Position Type:

Academic Advising Academic Retention Specialist Posting Number:

SP005448P

Division/College:

Office of Tribal Relations

Department:

Native American Student Center

Location:

Moscow Posting Context Statement:

Position Overview:

The Academic Retention Specialist will provide direct service to students using the Tribal Nations Student Affairs (TNSA) office who require extensive academic support. This position will assist with managing the Indigenous Scholars Training for Excellence Program (INSTEP). The TNSA Academic Retention Specialist is expected to work closely with the staff in the University Advising Services, Student Support Services, Counseling and Testing Center, and other departments to provide the support services needed for the retention and completion of the student's undergraduate degree. This position facilitates workshops, support groups and orientation activities and completes other duties as assigned by the Tribal Nations Student Affairs Director.

General responsibilities include:

Meeting students on a regular basis to monitor academic progress

Assessing and coordinating academic tutoring opportunities for students

Overseeing daily study tables

Guiding and mentoring students in exploration of their choice of majors and coursework

Advising and mentoring students on personal, financial, social, tribal and academic related matters

Researching scholarship and internship opportunities

Co-teaching the TNSA Fall seminar course

Collaborating with university resources and personnel to provide students with comprehensive and appropriate services

Required Experience:

Working with Indigenous populations in higher education or student service programs

One year working with students in a mentoring, advising, or other college level academic support role

Using a computer for word processing, email, calendar management and internet searches

Maintaining a high level of confidentiality

Required Education:

Bachelor's Degree Required Other:

Must have a valid driver's license and ability to meet UI requirement for driving university vehicles

Ability to work nonstandard hours including evenings and weekends

Ability to travel for academic programming and professional development including overnight stays

Additional Preferred:

Demonstrated experience of program development and implementation on college success strategies

Demonstrated experience working with Tribal populations

Ability to interface professionally with departments, staff, faculty and students

Capacity to manage a variety of projects simultaneously

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

None Degree Requirement:

Listed degree qualification is required at time of application

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Employee Category:

Classified

Pay Range:

$23.95 per hour depending on education and experience

Type of Appointment:

Fiscal Year

FTE:

1.0

Full Time/Part Time:

Full Time

Funding:

This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No

Posting Date:

09/13/2026

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to

Applicants:

First Consideration deadline October 12, 2026

Applicant Resources:

https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources

Background Check Statement:

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check. To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/52734 The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.