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Strategic Leadership for Student Retention and Advising
Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a comprehensive, end-to-end student success and retention strategy spanning initial registration, through graduation
Establish and oversee a coordinated advising model that integrates professional advising, faculty advising, and student success technologies
Develop and implement proactive, intrusive advising practices that ensure early identification and sustained support for at-risk students
Use predictive analytics, retention data, and disaggregated student outcomes to identify equity gaps and drive targeted interventions
Establish measurable institutional goals, including improved fall-to-fall retention and a minimum 2 percentage point increase in both four-year and six-year graduation rates, and lead efforts to achieve these outcomes over the next four years.
Provide institutional leadership for Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO), including advising, registration coordination, and policy development, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and system requirements
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Supervise and lead the Warrior Success Center
Lead, supervise, and direct personnel of the Warrior Success Center,
Interview and hire applicants for positions.
Evaluate, promote, reward and transfer when appropriate.
Assign work and provide training
Discipline, suspend and discharge when necessary.
Hear and adjust grievances
Ensure Minnesota State System policies and procedures are implemented and properly enforced.
Ensure adequate staffing to meet departmental deadlines and goals.
Be knowledgeable in aspects of the bargaining unit contracts regarding employment matters including but not limited to, work assignments, hours of work, FLSA, time sheet issues, disciplinary procedures etc.
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Oversight of Advising Systems and Student Success Interventions
Provide direct oversight of advising operations, including undeclared student advising and targeted support for high-risk and underserved populations
Ensure alignment of early alert systems, case management, and advising outreach across the student lifecycle
Lead development and implementation of advisor training, tools, and performance expectations for both professional and faculty advisors Monitor advising effectiveness, student engagement, and persistence outcomes, making data-informed improvements
Maintain a limited advising caseload, as needed, to support service delivery and ensure leadership remains connected to student experience.
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Support Cooperative Leadership and Integrated Student Support Services Across WSC
Oversee all functional areas within the Warrior Success Center, including tutoring, testing, career services.
Ensure services are fully integrated and aligned to support student progression, retention, and completion
Establish performance expectations and assess outcomes across all units with a focus on student success metrics
Align staffing and resources to support high-impact advising and retention initiatives
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Policy Development and Student Progression
Lead institutional practices related to academic standing, probation, suspension, and re-entry with a focus on student persistence and successful degree completion
Serve as a senior resource for complex student cases, including appeals and retention interventions
Ensure policies and practices are equitable, consistently applied, and aligned with institutional and system requirements
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Orientation, Transition, and First-Year Experience Provide leadership and coordination for orientation, registration, and transition programming in partnership with campus stakeholders to ensure strong onboarding and early student engagement Align first-year experience initiatives with advising, retention, and completion strategies Ensure new student programming supports academic readiness, belonging, and persistence
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Campus Collaboration and Shared Accountability/Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor. Partner with academic colleges, Admissions, Warrior Hub (Financial Aid, Registrar, Enrollment Services) to create a seamless student experience from entry through graduation Promote shared institutional responsibility for retention, equity, and student success outcomes Participate in institutional committees and initiatives focused on enrollment, advising, and student success
Salary Range: $38.16-$56.94; commensurate with qualifications and experience
Minimum Qualifications
Four (4) years of leadership experience in advising, student success, or related areas. Masters degree may substitute for 18 months of experience, Bachelor's degree may substitute for one year of experience and Associates degree may substitute for six months of experience
Experience leading advising systems or retention initiatives
Strong analytical and data-informed decision-making skills
Demonstrated commitment to equity and student success
Preferred Qualification
Master's degree in Higher Education, Counseling, Student Affairs, or related field
Experience with student success technologies and predictive analytics tools.
Demonstrated success improving retention and graduation outcomes.
Other Requirements
The successful candidate must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States by the day employment begins. The University regrets that we are unable to offer H1-B sponsorship at this time
A complete online application will include the following:
A cover letter that addresses the qualifications listed previously
Current Curriculum Vitae / Resume
Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)
Posting Information:
Application Deadline: Review begins June 15, 2026
Appointment Date: As Soon As Possible
Primary Location: Winona, MN
Type of Appointment: Probationary
Telework (Yes/No) No
About Winona State University
Founded in 1858, Winona State University is a regional public university and the oldest member of the Minnesota State system. Offering more than 200 majors and programs, Winona State has the #1 Student Success Rate in the Minnesota State System with 96.97 percent of WSU graduates being hired in a field related to their degree. U.S. News recognized Winona State as having top-ranking undergraduate programs in nursing, engineering, psychology, business, and computer science. With campuses in both Winona and Rochester, Winona State offers the best of both worlds. Widely known for its stunning natural setting, the Winona campus is nestled between picturesque bluffs and the Mississippi River - meaning rock climbing, paddle-boarding, hiking, and kayaking are within a mile of campus. WSU's Rochester campus is located in Minnesota's third largest city - a dynamic hub for industry, arts, and culture, and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. Winona State University's mission is to enhance the intellectual, social, cultural and economic vitality of the people and communities we serve: a community of learners improving our world. For more information, visit winona.edu.
Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for Middle Management Association (MMA) which can be found at https://www.minnstate.edu/system/working/relations.html
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The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
07-15-2026
Position End Date:
Open Date:
05-21-2026
Close Date:
06-16-2026
Posting Contact Name:
Robin M Delong
Posting Contact Email:
rdelong@winona.edu
