Job TitleStudent Development Specialist I Agency Texas A&M International University Department Student Orientation, Leadership, Engagement (SOLE) Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationLaredo, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description Job Summary The Student Development Specialist I, under direction, provides professional and supervisory assistance for the advisement, coordination and organization of student developmental programs, activities, and/or services. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assists in the advising of a variety of student groups/organizations. Counsels and advises students on personal and educational matters. Acts as a referral resource for students Helps to guide students in planning and scheduling social and budgetary procedures. Prepares informational and educational publications. Assists in maintenance of pertinent student and administrative records. Coordinates and assists in planning in-service training programs. Issues memoranda and prepares administrative reports. This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned. Additional Responsibilities Responsible for assisting with the design, implementation, and enhancement of programs and services that support the University's persistence services, with particular emphasis on transfer student involvement and engagement. Provide cross-functional student support in the areas of student leadership and engagement. Serve as an advocate for students. Respond to phone, correspondence, and email inquiries from prospective and current students regarding orientation, involvement opportunities, and any other services needed/offered by SOLE. Serve on division and campus-wide committees as needed. Coordinate, plan, and implement co-curricular programs as a means of increasing student involvement through cultural awareness, school pride, and knowledge acquisition (i.e., Welcome Week, Involvement Week, etc). Assist in data collection and entry into the Student Information System and other technology used by SOLE in order to track and report on student involvement and persistence. Serve as a co-advisor to a University Organization as determined by the SOLE Office Assist in providing cross-functional student support in the areas of new student orientation, transition, and involvement. Respond to phone, correspondence, and email inquiries from prospective and current students and their family members regarding orientation, student involvement opportunities, and any other enrollment-transition/persistence services needed. Minimum Requirements Education Bachelor's degree. Experience No experience required. Preferred Education and Experience Prior experience in student affairs or related specialty helpful. Prior experience as a transfer student or working with transfer students. Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of: Word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Ability to: Multitask and work cooperatively with others. Oral and written communication skills. Preferred Knowledge and Abilities Student Development Theory. Risk Management related to student organizations. Licensing / Professional Certification None. Physical Requirements General Office Environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Supervision of Others This position generally does not supervise employees. Other Requirements Evening and weekend work may be required. Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions. Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace. Salary: $17.54/hourly INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you Submit the application materials. The software does not allow you to Save your application and return to complete the process at a later time. The page "My Experience" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to include: Resume Cover Letter 3 -5 professional references and their full contact information Unofficial transcripts All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) is an international university, poised at the Gateway to Mexico and serving as the cultural and intellectual hub of a vibrant multilingual and multicultural community. TAMIU provides over 7000 students with a learning environment anchored by the highest quality programs, built on a solid academic foundation in the arts and sciences. To fulfill its mission, the University offers a range of baccalaureate and masters programs and the Doctor of Philosophy degree in International Business. Programs focus on developing undergraduate and graduate offerings with a progressive international agenda for global study and understanding across all disciplines. TAMIU prepares students for leadership roles in an increasingly complex, culturally diverse state, national, and global society. Through instruction, faculty and student research, and public service, TAMIU improves the quality of lives for citizens of the border region, the State of Texas, and national and international communities. Texas A&M International University is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (956) 326-2360. Useful Links: TAMIU Home Page TAMIU Campus Tour Employee Benefits Safety & Security Notices EEO Statement Non-discrimination/Sexual Harassment Americans with Disabilities Act Veterans Employment Preference Former Foster Child Employment Preference Selective Service Other TAMU System Job Opportunities
