Job Description

Job Location: MFSON-GCC - Glendale, CA 91203
Position Type: Full-TimeEducation
Level: High School Diploma
Salary Range: $23.00 - $25.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Admin - ClericalPost‑Licensure RN Programs (RN‑BSN & MSN)
Success Education Colleges
Are you passionate about education, student success, and supporting future nursing leaders? Success Education Colleges is seeking a driven, student‑focused Administrative Assistant / Nursing Education & Retention Specialist (NERS) to support our Post‑Licensure RN Programs. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced academic environment and enjoys making a meaningful impact on student outcomes.

Position Summary
The Administrative Assistant / NERS provides advanced administrative and student‑support services to the Dean of Post‑Licensure RN Programs, the Post‑Licensure Nursing Department, and RN‑BSN and MSN students. This role blends high‑level administrative support with direct student engagement, education navigation, and retention support.
Key Responsibilities
Administrative & Department Support
- Welcome and assist visitors, students, and staff with professionalism and care
- Serve as a key point of contact for student and departmental inquiries
- Perform general clerical duties including filing, organizing, shredding, and photocopying
- Prepare correspondence, reports, meeting minutes, and statistical data for the Nursing Department
- Create, update, and maintain departmental forms and website materials
- Manage departmental calendars, schedule meetings, send notices, and arrange travel
- Answer phones, monitor voicemail and email, and manage incoming/outgoing mail and faxes
- Review outgoing materials for accuracy, completeness, and required approvals
- Maintain confidentiality and exercise independent judgment with minimal supervision
Student Engagement & Retention Support
- Provide education navigation and individualized student support
- Develop and deliver structured workshops and classes on:
- - Time management
- - Financial aid literacy
- - Writing discussion board posts
- - Moodle (Learning Management System)
- - Study skills, test‑taking strategies, note‑taking, and reading skills
- - Stress management and life skills
- - Academic policies, procedures, and college transition
- Maintain scheduled office hours to assist students with coursework, progression, and academic challenges
- Collaborate with Admissions, Registrar, and Financial Aid to support student success and belonging
- Act as a liaison between faculty and students
- Assist faculty in identifying high‑risk students and implementing appropriate interventions
- Support student compliance with college and nursing department policies

QualificationsKnowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships
- Knowledge of nursing education programs and nursing principles
- High attention to detail with excellent proofreading and data‑entry skills
- Solid verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency with office equipment and administrative systems
- Strong computer skills including:
- - Email and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- - Colleague (or similar student information systems)
- - Moodle Learning Management System
- Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and guidelines
- Professional discretion, judgment, and organization skills
Education & Experience
- College diploma or equivalent required
- Prior administrative experience in education or healthcare strongly preferred
- Experience with Learning Management Systems (Moodle preferred)
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Why Join Success Education Colleges?
- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of post‑licensure nursing students
- Collaborate with dedicated academic and healthcare professionals
- Support a mission‑driven institution focused on student success
- Gain experience that blends administration, education, and student advocacy
Ready to Support the Next Generation of Nursing Leaders?
Apply today and become part of a team committed to excellence, compassion, and student achievement.
Success Education Colleges is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, SEC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer