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Student Support Specialist I
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, USA
Full-time
No Prior Experience Required
Hybrid
Discovered 1 months ago
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- Provides exceptional service to students by answering general inquiries, exercising autonomous decision-making authority when appropriate, and guiding them to the appropriate department or representative when in need of additional support.
- Provides relevant support services to the student population delivered via e-mail, text, telephone, or online chat.
- Maintains consistent availability for inbound calls via the designated phone rotation and/or conducts proactive outreach to students regarding enrollment and degree intentions, in accordance with set university priorities and expectations.
- Enters detailed contact notes in the permanent student record for all communications.
- Provide student facing assistance to the Coordinators in Student Success and Retention, First Year Experience, Student Resolution and Conduct, and other student service areas as needed.
- Performs special projects and other duties, as assigned.
- English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
- Academic Processes - Knowledge of university guidelines, course descriptions, and academic terminology.
- Computer - Knowledge of basic computer processes including word processing, web browsing, and Microsoft Office including Basic Microsoft Excel.
- Mathematics - Knowledge of basic mathematics.
- Critical Thinking - Uses logic and reasoning to look at different types of information in order to make conclusions and work through problems.
- Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
- Research - Locates key facts and information in order to learn more about different types of information.
- Interpersonal Skills - communicates and interacts with people effectively while being aware of social perceptions.
- Time Management - Manages one’s own time to accomplish assigned tasks.
- Attention to Detail - Thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task ensuring all aspects are reviewed.
- Written Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
- Oral Comprehension - The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences both in-person and over the phone.
- Oral Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand both in-person and over the phone.
- Selective Attention (Vigilance) - The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred.
- Office equipment including computers, telephones, and printers.
- Software used includes Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Blackboard, and internal database software.
- Secure and reliable internet is required for this position.
About Columbia Southern University
Higher Education1000 employeesFounded 1993
Private online university serving adult learners with affordable certificate, undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.
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