Retention Specialist - General Student/AcMo

DO NOT APPLY ON INDEED - TO BE CONSIDERED, YOU MUST APPLY DIRECTLY ON JCC'S WEBSITE

sunyjefferson.edu/careers Jefferson Community College, Watertown, New York, a member of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, is conducting a search for a full-time Retention Specialist - General Student/AcMo. This position coordinates the student success program, designs and implements awareness programs and events, provides one-on-one transfer and career counseling, coaches at-risk students, and conducts academic success workshops in collaboration with other campus departments. This position may require some evening and weekend obligations. Professional staff are expected to advance the College's focus on student success and completion and will work closely with the College's leadership to advance the mission of the Strategic Plan.

Required:

Bachelor's degree in a related field and three (3) years of appropriate professional experience. Applicants must interact and communicate effectively with diverse populations, foster inclusion, and promote equal access and treatment for groups traditionally under-represented in higher education.

Advertised Salary:

$47,589-$52,347/yr. for well-qualified individuals. Salary is determined based upon experience and education in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement as well as internal equity. The College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, long-term disability, generous leave policies, paid holidays, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, tax-deferred compensation, NYS retirement, as well as employee and dependent tuition waivers; may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

H O W T O A P P L Y

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IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ

•Applications will only be accepted through the College's official website, sunyjefferson.edu/careers . Uploading a résumé to Indeed does not complete your application.

To apply:

1. Visit the JCC career page sunyjefferson.edu/careers 2. On the JCC career page click the "Apply Now" button 3. After clicking the "Apply Now" button on the JCC career page , upload the following required documentation: Cover letter (letter of application) Résumé Unofficial transcripts for all degrees earned

Deadline:

Completed applications must be received on JCC's website by May 22, 2026. Incomplete applications or those missing required documents may not be considered. Additional Information Review of applications on JCC's website will begin immediately Finalists are responsible for interview-related expenses Final candidates are subject to a pre-employment criminal background investigation. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time

Pay:

$47,589.00 - $52,347.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person