The N.U.in Program is one of Northeastern's signature first-year experiences and truly embodies the university's experiential approach to education. Launched in 2007, The N.U.in Program is rooted in our core belief that Northeastern students are curious, adaptable, and agile as they explore the world around them.
Through The N.U.in Program, students will have a rigorous academic experience intertwined with unique cultural and social opportunities outside of the classroom. Bolstered by a robust professional support system, this one-semester experience supports students' growth as global citizens and fine-tunes the skills they need to navigate their future.
Students admitted to the N.U.in Program embark on a unique journey. They study abroad in their first semester with other Northeastern first-year students at the N.U.in location of their choice and begin their studies on the Boston campus during their spring semester. Partner universities provide academic courses to the participants while Northeastern staff provide on-site leadership and support services during the program.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Student Success Manager (SSM) role is a year-round, full-time, benefits-eligible position requiring the person in this role to live on-site with students for at least 5 months at one or more N.U.in locations globally, and then return to one of our Global Network campuses for the spring and summer. International housing is provided while on site at partner locations only. During the fall semester, this individual will live on-site and oversee the student life experience at one of our global locations working in close partnership with university and partner colleagues. While abroad, the SSM will work to ensure students are engaged and feel a part of a community. They will also serve as the point of contact for conduct and health and wellness related matters.
During the spring and summer semesters, this individual will be primarily based at Northeastern's campus in Boston, MA, with the potential of working at other Global Network campuses as program management needs dictate. The Success Manager will work with Student Life and other campus partners on special projects and specific goals to support student and programmatic success.
This individual will work non-traditional hours including evenings and weekends, supporting student programming, and attending to the safety and wellbeing of students. They will also serve on an on-call rotation.
The SSM will supervise, train and support assigned Global Student Success Coordinators at their NUin site.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
Winter/Spring/Summer -
Assist with recruiting and hiring new site staff. Assist with logistics of site staff training and student pre-departure orientation for various mobility programs. Liaise with Student Life departments and engage with campus-wide community building efforts for transition and integration support for pathway program students re/entering in the spring including providing tools to aid in transition and planning events and programs that connect students to each other and the university.
Work within Student Life on managing crisis situations and further develop skills to confidently triage and communicate with families and emergency contacts as situations arise. Serve as a conduct hearing officer as needs dictate.
Support Student Life offices as staffing needs dictate including but not limited to Residence Life, We Care/Student Support, Global Wellness, Center for Student Life, Disability Resource Center, Office of University Equity and Compliance, and the Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution.
Fall -
Act as the primary point of contact for students and staff while overseeing safety and security during crises and escalated emergencies. In partnership with the Global Experience Office site lead, manage and track quality and diversity of academic, social, and cultural programs. Encourage student academic success, respond to student concerns, and connect students to on-site academic, medical, and mental health resources. Oversee conduct hearing officer.
Supervise, support, and evaluate a team of Student Success Coordinators in all aspects of their professional development and needs. Serve as a liaison with staff and faculty from the host institution, and Student Life and GEO Central staffs through regular meetings and oral and/or written reports.
The Success Manager will work collaboratively to support the safety and wellbeing of students and contribute to the development and overall success of the students and the program. Responsibilities may vary based on site placement, the needs of students, Pathway Programs, and Student Life.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
This highly demanding position requires a significant amount of patience, flexibility, assertiveness, diplomacy, self-initiative, as well as experience living abroad and working in fast-paced and ambiguous environments. This position requires a unique and flexible individual prepared to navigate the personal and professional challenges of location changes, varied responsibilities, and multiple reporting lines.
Knowledge and skills for this position are typically obtained through a Bachelor's degree and three to five years of demonstrated student life experience or higher education experience in a residence life or student affairs capacity. A Master's degree is preferred.
Experience with supervision, leading teams, and managing diverse groups of staff
Experience living, working, or studying abroad- or demonstrated equivalent transitionary periods/experiences
Experience working closely with high school or undergraduate students (in a counselor, residence life, student affairs, or related role)
Experience with crisis management, mediation, and conflict resolution
Flexibility and demonstrated ability to excel in fast-paced environments, navigate ambiguity, and take actions that satisfy diverse interests
Demonstrated history of supporting, advocating for, and/or leading DEI initiatives and values
Proven ability to coordinate and manage events for large groups with enthusiasm and attention to detail
Proven ability to work well under challenging conditions, demonstrate sound judgement, and take actions that satisfy diverse or competing interests while achieving programmatic goals
Fluent in English
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain any required work authorization for the duration of appointment and work location assignments
Location/area expertise and local language proficiency preferred (if applicable)
Knowledge or experience of Northeastern University preferred
Position Type
Student Services
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.
Founded in 1898, Northeastern University is a private research university located in the heart of Boston. Northeastern is a leader in worldwide experiential learning, urban engagement, and interdisciplinary research that meets global and societal needs. Our broad mix of experience-based education programs?our signature cooperative education program, as well as student research, service learning, and global learning?build the connections that enable students to transform their lives. The University offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs leading to degrees through the doctorate in nine colleges and schools.