Job Description The College Success and Engagement Coordinator is a student-centered role which plays a key role in supporting student success at Wentworth Institute of Technology, with an emphasis on first-generation, historically excluded, and Boston pipeline students. This position fosters a sense of belonging, engagement, and connection to help students thrive academically and personally. This position focuses on the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of programming for all students at Wenworth, including those from outside the Boston area. Reporting to the Director for Culture and Community within the Division of Inclusive Excellence, the Coordinator will lead and support programming that ensures that enrolled students are effectively connected to campus resources, peer networks, and pathways for academic and personal growth. In collaboration with the Center for Culture and Community (CCC) leadership, the coordinator will also contribute to innovative strategies for outreach and engagement, to build strong recruitment pipelines and increase feelings of belonging across campus. In addition to direct program development, the role involves maintaining and enhancing partnerships that serve Boston-area students, while also assisting in the documentation, evaluation, and assessment of program effectiveness, student outcomes, and institutional partnerships. This position is grant funded. Essential Functions: Supporting Program Development and Execution (25%): In collaboration with CCC's College Access and Success Team, the College Success & Engagement Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the execution of Wentworth’s CCC programming, including workshops, trainings, and cultural events, as well as Boston Pipeline programming: RAMP, Wentworth’s pre-college summer transition for Boston youth; our Industry Mentor Program; and Bridges Academy, a first-year college transition and success program. Affinity Club Advising (10%): Provide guidance and support to student-led affinity clubs that center identity, culture, and belonging, with a focus on empowering historically excluded student populations. Serve as a mentor and liaison between club leaders and campus resources to help facilitate programming, leadership development, and inclusive community-building. Collaborate with institutional partners to ensure clubs are supported in advancing equity, visibility, and student engagement across campus. Administrative Duties & Documentation (10%): The College Success & Engagement Coordinator will assist with the documentation, evaluation, and assessment of CCC programming, partnerships, and participants in collaboration with the CCC’s leadership. The coordinator will be responsible for tracking student touch points, access to resources, success and challenges facing each student and the cumulative population. The coordinator will maintain clear, detailed, qualitative and quantitative practices regarding Boston students and yearly programming to help the CCC with grant reporting, community impact, and promoting Wentworth’s Boston Pipeline. The coordinator will also support administrative duties related to student club/organization logistical support. Campus Engagement (20%): Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal partners (Admissions, Success Studio, Student Affairs, etc.), campus departments, and student support services to ensure students are connected to resources that promote academic and social success and well-being. Coordinate regular campus visits, events, and outreach initiatives to foster a sense of belonging and increase student engagement in campus life. Act as a liaison between students and campus communities to advocate for equitable access and inclusion. Partnership Management (35%): Cultivate, strengthen, and sustain partnerships that advance the CCC’s mission of supporting students’ access, success, and engagement at Wentworth. Collaborate with community-based organizations, industry partners, and BPS to create seamless pathways from college access to post-graduate opportunities. Coordinate communication and logistics with partners involved in programs such as RAMP and the Industry Mentor Program. Represent the CCC and Wentworth in external meetings and initiatives, ensuring alignment between community needs, institutional goals, and student success outcomes. Additionally, oversee community work-study partnership requests, reviewing and assessing opportunities to determine whether they align with the mission and priorities of the CCC or the Division for Inclusive Excellence. This includes coordinating with campus stakeholders and external organizations to support meaningful, equity-driven student engagement in the community. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree. 1-3 years' experience in education, youth services, or community-based organizations. Part-time work and internships can count towards experience. Demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with and supporting high school and/or college students from urban and culturally diverse environments. Crisis management/support experience. Experience developing and delivering programming. Experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. Mission Alignment: You are committed to incorporating inclusive excellence into your work. You work effectively in a team environment and are motivated by a shared goal of facilitating student success. You are a creative thinker, willing to problem-solve, and seek feedback for your own professional growth and improvement. We encourage applicants who share points of intersection with our student population to apply. These include, but are not limited to: Multilingual. From a resource restricted background. First generation college student. Graduate of an urban public school system. Application Instructions: Please submit the following materials to the Resume Attachment Section: 1. Curriculum vitae (including contact information for three references). 2. Cover letter Position Details: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule subject to business needs and workflow. At this time, the university is unable to sponsor applicants for H-1B visas. The job grade for this position is Grade 5. The expected wage range for this position is between $58,000 and $70,000, which reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this role. This position is also contingent on the availability of external funding and is subject to annual performance reviews and funding renewals. The incumbent may be separated from employment with notice if funding is reduced or discontinued. Compensation and Benefits Wentworth Institute of Technology is committed to fair, transparent, and legally compliant compensation practices. We believe that clarity about pay structures and ranges supports equity, fosters trust, and ensures a positive workplace for all employees. Please visit here to see the comprehensive benefits package offered to support the best experience for our employees. https://wit.edu/careers/work-wentworth Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth Inclusive Excellence is one of the four pillars of the Strategic Plan. Actively and intentionally cultivating a diverse and culturally competent institution where each member has the opportunity and support to reach their full potential and make contributions to our campus community and beyond is Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth. To find out more about the Wentworth’s commitment to Inclusive Excellence, please visit the website https://wit.edu/about/inclusive-excellence. All applicants have the right to accessibility support and accommodations. To request accessibility support or accommodations, contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance, Catlin Wells, at wellsc1@wit.edu. E-Verify for Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9) Wentworth participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from your Form I-9 to records available to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration (SSA) to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Wentworth Institute of Technology is a private university located in the Fenway neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts. Through a uniquely effective, hands-on experiential learning approach, Wentworth prepares graduates who are future-focused and career-ready. We are a collaborative, mission-driven community of educators and professionals committed to excellence in ourselves and in the students we teach and support. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to continuing to develop a richly diverse faculty, staff, and student body. For general information on working at Wentworth and Benefits click here. Inclusive Excellence is one of the four pillars of the Strategic Plan. Actively and intentionally cultivating a diverse and culturally competent institution where each member has the opportunity and support to reach their full potential and make contributions to our campus community and beyond is Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth.