Academic Retention Specialist

Position Information

Internal Posting? Posting Number SP005448P Position Title Academic Retention Specialist 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

Unit URL

https://www.uidaho.edu/campus-communities/tribal-nations-student-affairs

Position Qualifications

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

Posting Information

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.

EEO Statement

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.