Dear Applicant,
Thank you for your interest in the UW-Superior success coach position for veterans and/or
nontraditional students on campus. We are excited to be starting the selection process for Fall
semester 2014. Please read the position description carefully before filling out the application.
To apply for a success coach position, please complete and submit the following:
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The success coach application
Typed responses to the questions on the application
A current applicable resume
Two references with contact information
Application materials can be emailed or hand-delivered to the VNSC office located in Old Main
room 118. If you have any questions at any point during the selection process, please contact the
POC, Jessica Boettcher, at JBOETTC1@uwsuper.edu.
Completed applications are due Friday, August 1, 2014.
Thank you again for your interest in the success coach position!
Sincerely
Jessica Boettcher
Veteran & Nontraditional Student Advisor
University of Wisconsin-Superior
Success Coach
Position Description
Mission of the Veteran and Nontraditional Student Center
To recruit students in transition & retain them in challenging academic programs all the way
through graduation.
Responsibilities
 Teach educational, leadership, social, and life skills to veterans and non-traditional
students
 Support student success at UWS
 Attend all training sessions in preparation for becoming a success coach
 Respect and understand student-success coach confidentiality guidelines
 Be available 4-6 hours a week for approximately 15 weeks
Qualifications
 “Team Player” mentality
 Responsible, motivated, and interested in supporting the success of veterans
 Patience, open-minded, and positive attitude is a must
 Excellent verbal and written communication skills
 Interest in collaborating with other campus resources
 Student must be in good academic standing
Compensation – Work Study Available
Other Expectations
Success Coaches will be expected to represent UW-Superior in an appropriate and respectful
manner in all communications and programs (Social Media), this includes abiding by all
university policies and local/state laws.
Benefits and Rewards of being a Veteran/Nontraditional Student Success Coach
 Have a positive impact on the success of a veteran or non-traditional student attending
UWS
 Develop and enhance interpersonal and professional communication skills
 Gain valuable leadership experience
 Enhance resume and acquire references for future jobs or continuing education pursuits
 Create meaningful connections with students, peers, and community members
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-SUPERIOR
SUCCESS COACH APPLICATION
Please print clearly.
Full Name: __________________________________ Student ID.#_____________________
Local Address: _______________________________________________________________
Street
City
State
Zip
Permanent Address: ____________________________________________________________
Street
City
State
Zip
E-mail Address: ______________________________ Phone # (cell): ____________________
CLASS STATUS FALL SEMESTER 2014 (Please check one that applies):
Sophomore ____ Junior ____ Senior ____
Number of Credits Completed: _____
Number of credits: ________________ Expected Date of Graduation: _____________________
Major: _________________________ GPA Last Semester: _______ Cumulative GPA: _______
RESPONSE ITEMS
Please respond to the following questions in a typed response.
1. Why do you want to be a success coach?
2. What steps would you take to build healthy relationships with the students?
3. In your opinion, what are the biggest challenges that Veteran and Non-Traditional
students face? How would you assist students in these challenges?
4. Do you have prior experience working with people or in a success coach role? What
activities are you involved in at UW-Superior or in the community?
REFERENCES
Please list 2 professional references with updated contact information so we can learn more
about you. References should include a faculty or staff member and an employer or supervisor.
Reference 1:
Name & Title
Phone Number
Email Address
Phone Number
Email Address
Reference 2:
Name & Title
Return all materials to:
Jessica Boettcher
Veteran & Nontraditional Student Advisor
Old Main 118A
Or
Email to: jboettc1@uwsuper.edu
APPLICATION MATERIALS ARE DUE FRIDAY, AUGUST 1, 2014
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
Completed Applications Include:
____ Application form
____ Typed responses to questions
____ Resume
____ Two professional references