Retention Specialist - General Student/AcMo

Jefferson Community College

Watertown, New York

Retention Specialist - General Student/AcMo

Jefferson Community College, Watertown, New York, a member of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, is conducting a search for a full-time  Retention Specialist - General Student/AcMo.

This position coordinates the student success program, designs and implements awareness programs and events, provides one-on-one transfer and career counseling, coaches at-risk students, and conducts academic success workshops in collaboration with other campus departments. This position may require some evening and weekend obligations. Professional staff are expected to advance the College's focus on student success and completion and will work closely with the College's leadership to advance the mission of the Strategic Plan.

Required: Bachelor's degree in a related field and three (3) years of appropriate professional experience. 

Applicants must interact and communicate effectively with diverse populations, foster inclusion, and promote equal access and treatment for groups traditionally under-represented in higher education.

Advertised Salary: $47,589-$52,347/yr. for well-qualified individuals. Salary is determined based upon experience and education in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement as well as internal equity. The College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, long-term disability, generous leave policies, paid holidays, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, tax-deferred compensation, NYS retirement, as well as employee and dependent tuition waivers; may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

To Apply: For additional information about the College and this posting, please visit , and select “Careers at Jefferson” . For consideration, please apply by selecting the " Apply Now " button. The following documentation is required :

• Letter of application (cover letter)
• Résumé
• Unofficial transcripts for college degrees earned
• Contact information for three professional references listed on the Employment Application Form

Please Note: All required materials must be submitted by the stated deadline. Incomplete applications or those missing required documents at the time of review may not be considered by the search committee. Review of complete applications will begin immediately. For consideration, completed applications must be received by  May 22, 2026. Finalists will be responsible for interview-related expenses.

Final candidates are subject to a pre-employment criminal background investigation.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Salary/Compensation: $47,589 - $52,347 per year