Job ID360045 LocationDuluth Job FamilyStudent Services Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code8461ED Employee ClassCivil Service About the Job Cohort Navigator - 8461ED SS Pro 1-Student Engage & Dev The Center for American and Indian Health and Minority Health with the University of Minnesota Medical School, Duluth Campus (UMMSD), is hiring a Cohort Navigator (CN) to assist with a pilot project focused on retention of American Indian/Alaska Native students as they begin their studies at Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College and transfer to the University of Minnesota - Duluth. The CN will serve as a student case manager, guiding students through their college coursework and research training and addressing any barriers to student success. The CN will meet each student once they are accepted to the program in late spring to review the coming year, including whether or not the student will need prematriculation coursework. The CN is responsible for helping the students enroll in the prematriculation courses and in their courses for their two years at Fond Du Lac Tribal and Community College (FDLTCC). The CN will meet weekly with each student and every other week with them as a group. A critical role for the CN is ensuring that students are on track to transfer to and graduate from UMD. The CN will provide academic monitoring, regular check-ins, retention activities, family support, financial aid counseling, and coordinate community cultural events and logistics for the seminar series. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Direct Student Support and Engagement 75% Oversee student recruitment into the program Collaborate with advisors, mentors and faculty to support student success Meet regularly with cohort members, individually and as a group. Respond to students' academic and/or personal barriers impeding student progress. Coordinate cohort events Program Management 25% Work with CAIMH research manager to collect data pertinent to student progress and evaluation of program Assist with development and implementation of Native Americans into Medicine summer research program Consult with community members, particularly Elders and cultural mentors, to better serve students Liaison between FDLTCC, UMMSD, and UMD. Qualifications Required: A combination of education and relevant experience to equal at least four years of experience in student support and higher education. Familiarity with Indigenous communities Preferred Familiarity with financial aid and admissions processes as well as student support services Familiarity with academic advising Demonstrated ability to manage projects and support students Be able to use various technological platforms, Microsoft software, and data management systems Salary: $60,000 About the Department At the Center of American Indian and Minority Health, we're working to make a positive impact on American Indian and Alaska Native health. In partnership with Native American communities, university experts, and nonprofit leaders, we accomplish this mission through education, research, and outreach. The center is based at the University of Minnesota Medical School, Duluth campus. Benefits Working at the University At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work. The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts University HSA contributions Disability and employer-paid life insurance Employee wellbeing program Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Financ al counseling services Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area Please visit the for more information regarding benefits. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. 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Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations. At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022). The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. 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