Student Development Specialist I
- Employer
- Texas State University
- Location
- San Marcos
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
2021241
Posting/Functional Title:Student Development Specialist, PACE Academic Advising
University Pay Plan Title:Student Development Specialist I
Location:San Marcos
Department:PACE Advising Center
Recruitment Type:University Employees Only
Job Type:Full-Time
Monthly Salary:$3,166.67
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.
Experience as an academic advisor in a college setting.
Evidence of attention to detail.
Master’s degree or graduate level coursework.
Experience in academic advising at Texas State University.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Knowledge of Texas State University policies and procedures, including those related to curriculum, core curriculum, financial aid and other academic compliance tasks.
Professional accomplishments such as publications, conference presentations, committee leadership, performance commendations, and awards.
The Student Development Specialist I (SDS I) has primary responsibility for curriculum, compliance, and special projects (50%) while serving as an academic advisor for PACE students, prospective students, and their families (50%). SDS I project responsibilities typically include serving as a liaison to select academic colleges and university departments, executing academic compliance tasks, and serving as a curriculum and academic advising specialist for PACE Academic Advising staff.
Job Duties:Serve as a liaison to select academic colleges and university departments, contributing to building positive relationships and tracking all curricular changes within each Texas State program of study.
Act as a curriculum and academic advising specialist for academic advising staff.
Provide regular professional development for academic advising staff regarding curriculum and related topics.
Audit records and academic advising to ensure quality and compliance.
Assist with programming and outreach to contribute to higher persistence and retention rates.
Execute compliance tasks related to areas such as curriculum, core curriculum, financial aid, and ROTC.
Assist PACE students in the major exploration process.
Guide students in the completion of admissions requirements for majors.
Assist students with course schedules and selection of courses for each semester.
Recognize and address the needs and concerns of a diverse student population.
Assist students in interpreting degree audit reports, transcripts, and complex academic policies. Perform complicated calculations such as grade point average and completion rate calculations.
Provide referrals to other offices and services on campus.
Maintain confidential student files and records by keeping accurate and thorough documentation of all advising interactions.
Provide general information and outstanding customer service to prospective students, parents, and other members of the public.
Participate in university recruitment and retention efforts.
Provide data regarding the number of students advised and other information as requested.
Participate in New Student Orientation.
Conduct presentations.
Provide clerical and administrative assistance.
Perform other duties as assigned.
(Normal working hours are M-F 8-5, but some night/weekend work is required for participation in events such as Bobcat Days.)
THIS POSITION IS OPEN ONLY TO TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY EMPLOYEES.
All applicants are required to submit electronically their resume, cover letter, and a letter of recommendation from a current or previous employer.
No incomplete applications will be reviewed.
04/26/2021
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight):05/10/2021
Open Until Filled:No
Normal Work Days:Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start:8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End:5:00PM
Posting Notices:YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO ELECTRONICALLY ATTACH A RESUME, COVER LETTER AND LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION TO YOUR APPLICATION.
Legal and Required Notices:Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to inclusive thought and action in support of our diverse community. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles.
Texas State University is a member of the Texas State University System. Texas State University is an EOE.
Texas State is committed to increasing the number of women and minorities in administrative and professional positions.
• 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.
Organization
Texas State University seeks candidates whose professional background includes embracing a diversity of people and ideas, a spirit of inclusiveness, a global perspective, and a commitment to community-building. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution, we are especially interested in applicants who share a commitment to equity, and the high-quality education of students from historically underserved and systematically marginalized communities. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
About Texas State University
Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.
Students at Texas State choose from 98 undergraduate, 91 master’s and specialists, and 14 doctoral programs offered by 10 colleges (Applied Arts, The Emmett and Miriam McCoy College of Business Administration, Education, Fine Arts and Communication, Health Professions, Honors, Liberal Arts, Science and Engineering, The Graduate College, and the University College). With a diverse campus community including 50% of the student body from ethnic minorities, Texas State is one of the top 13 producers of Hispanic baccalaureate graduates in the nation. In fall 2019, there were 1,470 full-time faculty and 2,286 full-time staff. Research and creative activities have led to growing success in attracting external support. For FY 2019, Texas State had an annual operating budget of over $724 million. Texas State’s Research and Development expenditures for FY 2018 were more than $64 million. The Alkek Library has more than 3.1 million titles in its collection. Additional information about Texas State and its nationally recognized academic programs is available at www.txstate.edu.
Mission
Texas State University is a doctoral-granting, student-centered institution dedicated to excellence and innovation in teaching, research, including creative expression, and service. The university strives to create new knowledge, to embrace a diversity of people and ideas, to foster cultural and economic development, and to prepare its graduates to participate fully and freely as citizens of Texas, the nation and the world.
Locations
Texas State's San Marcos campus is located in a growing community of 63,000 people in the Austin Metropolitan Area. Located in the Texas Hill Country, where blackland prairies roll into beautiful hills, Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and oak trees on the campus add to the charm of the university’s picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides recreational activities for students throughout the year.
The Texas State Round Rock Campus is located north of Austin in Round Rock, TX. The Round Rock Campus offers the junior and senior level classes to complete a bachelor’s degree, graduate degrees, post baccalaureate certification, and continuing education programs. The university's vision for Round Rock is to continue to offer quality academic programs that meet the workforce needs of Texas, especially focusing on academic programs that appeal to working adults, and to serve as a hub of health professions research and education.
Some positions may require teaching on the main campus and at the Texas State University Round Rock Campus.
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to inclusive thought and action in support of our diverse community. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
Texas State University is a member of The Texas State University System.
Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles.
- Website
- http://www.txstate.edu/
- Telephone
- 512-245-2111
- Location
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601 University Drive
San Marcos
Texas
78666
United States
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