Student Development Specialist III

Job Title

Student Development Specialist III

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Memorial Student Center Student Programs

Proposed Minimum Salary

$3,958.34 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Glimpse of the Job

Are you passionate about organizing events and providing guidance to others?

Texas A&M University is looking for a Student Development Specialist III to join our team and be a part of a multifaceted approach that combines education, outreach, support, advocacy, and collaboration to empower individuals and communities! We're searching for an individual with a deep passion for Texas A&M University, leadership skills, and experience in event coordination and planning. In this role, you'll be responsible for organizing and actively participating in various MSC Programs such as Kyle Field Day and MSC Open House, as well as assisting students with accessing resources.

Opportunities to contribute: 

• Directly impact the lives of students and the campus community

• Forge lasting relationships

• Foster student development and success

• Contribute to the overall mission and goals of the institution

Who we are

The Memorial Student Center engages students in experiences preparing them to be global leaders through providing campus programs and service opportunities. You may know of the Memorial Student Center as a building, but the MSC is also a department providing students with academic, cultural awareness and arts programs making the student experience at Texas A&M even better. Our vision is to  partner with students to develop engaged and empowered citizens.

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What you need to know
Salary: $47,500.00/Annual

Professional Development: $3,000/year budget for professional development opportunities and conference attendance
Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume’ are strongly recommended. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.

Position Details: Occasional work beyond regular business hours for meetings concerning students and with student groups.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Three years experience in student affairs work or related specialty area, with two years of experience in Student Affairs

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others

• Oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in student affairs, counseling, or related field

• Knowledge of student development theory

Responsibilities:

• Primary Responsibility - Provides professional and specialized skills for planning, developing, implementing, and managing student development programs, activities, and/or services, utilizing maximum campus and community resources and opportunities. Serves as the primary advisor for two committees of the Memorial Student Center. Staff member works on all aspects of programs including, but not limited to, program planning, budgeting, contract negotiation, coordination of scheduling facilities, operations, evaluation, and assessment. In collaboration with the MarComm representative assigned to the Division of Student Affairs, assists with marketing and market research. Educates students to fulfill their responsibilities in the following areas: program conceptualization, promotion, production, evaluation, personnel selection, training, motivation, management, fiscal accountability, contracts, interpersonal and leadership skill development, goal setting, decision making, and a variety of other concerns impacting their ability to function successfully in the University community. Assists in fund allocation planning and fundraising. Establishes and maintains essential communication with both educational and non-educational agencies and individuals. Refers students to professional resources if appropriate. Ensures that programs and activities produced in the name of the Memorial Student Center contribute to the role and scope of the University and reflect positively on its image. Ensures that all applicable University rules, policies and procedures are communicated to Committees, and individual student committee/members. Ensures that policies and procedures are understood and followed in the course of producing programs and services on behalf of the Memorial Student Center. Works to provide students an opportunity for personal, leadership and managerial skills development through the production of programs. Provides professional and specialized skills for planning, developing, implementing, and managing student development programs, activities, and/or services, maximizing campus and community resources. Responsible for determining educational, social entertainment, and physical student needs. Responsible for creating, administering, and evaluating various student affairs programs and activities which contribute to the learning environment and  overall quality of student life. Serves as lead staff for MSC OPEN HOUSE. Works with University Marketing and Communications liaison to produce MSC OPEN HOUSE. Conducts research for program planning. Plans publicity campaigns.

• Administration - Participates in MSC organizational meetings. Serves as Secondary Program Assembly Advisor by reviewing program proposals and meeting with MSC Officers as needed for the program approval process. Submits monthly reports and year-end evaluations. Maintains comprehensive files and records. Understands and utilizes fund account and events management systems to initiate timely tracking for committee functioning. Serves as a liaison with appropriate university staff and serves on committees as needed. Adheres to University policy and procedures. Works collaboratively with Administrative Staff. May attend or present at local/regional conferences and campus student organizational meetings. May be called upon to serve in various Division of Student Affairs programs and/or University task forces that relate to issues concerning students. Pursues opportunities for professional growth and development that will further enhance ability to perform aforementioned duties. Supports opportunities for growth and cohesiveness of communities directly served through performance of said duties. Perform other duties as assigned.

Why Texas A&M University?

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experience. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

• Health , dental , vision , life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays 

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave  and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas 

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more 

• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time   for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

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Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application. 

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.