Grant Specialist, Student Support Services
Texas State University

Job Info

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Posting Number:

2024547

Posting/Functional Title:

Grant Specialist, Student Support Services

University Pay Plan Title:

Grant Specialist

Location:

San Marcos

Department:

Student Support Services

Recruitment Type:

Open to All

Job Type:

Full-Time

Funding Source:

Grant

Monthly Salary:

$2,964.00 - $3,333.33

Job Category :

Exempt

Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.:

• Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, communications, or related field
• Experience with academic support programs focused on student success.
• Experience assisting with programs, events, trips, and workshops for students.
• Effective writing and speaking skills.
• Experience with computer software (Microsoft suite) and database management platforms.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in planning educational and/or cultural trips.
• 1 year experience with academic support programs focused on student success.
• Bilingual (Spanish) speaking/writing.

Job Description:

This is a grant funded position. Continuation of this position is contingent upon grant funding.Reports to the Student Support Services Program Director (SSS) at Texas State University-San Marcos. The SSS Grant Specialist is a member of the SSS administrative team and promotes educational achievement retention, good standing, and graduation for program participants.
Evening and weekend work may be required.

Job Duties:

• Provide counseling/advising (e.g. academic, career, financial, personal) to students who meet program eligibility requirements.
• Determine student academic needs and develop individualized student success plans.
• Schedule monthly student meetings.
• Document student contact/progress.
• Assist with marketing, recruitment screening and selection activities.
• Advise the SSS Association/Peer Pals
• Assist with record keeping, program evaluation and ongoing program improvement
• Assist with trips and events for participants.

Additional Information to Applicants:

• Please include a cover letter that addresses how you meet the required and preferred qualifications in the order in which they are listed in this job posting.

Job Open Date:

06/11/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Normal Work Hours Start:

8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End:

5:00PM

Posting Notices:

Applicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system., You will be required to electronically attach a resume and cover letter to your application.

Legal and Required Notices:

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Why work @ Texas State? :

* Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
* Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
* Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
* Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
* An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
* Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions


By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.

Quick Link:

https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/46776

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