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STUDENT DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
$49k-62k (estimate)
Full Time 1 Month Ago
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The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is Hiring a STUDENT DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST Near Edinburg, TX

Number of Vacancies
1
Location
Edinburg, Texas
Department
College Access & K-12 Partners
FTE
1.0
FLSA
Exempt
Scope of Job
Responsible for providing program outreach, recruitment and coordinating student support services to assigned population.
Description of Duties
  • Organizes and conducts program outreach and recruitment activities on and off campus in support of program enrollment goals.
  • Creates and delivers presentations and other print and online materials to support enrollment and program goals.
  • Responsible for counseling of prospective students, regarding program requirements, procedures, including but not limited to, programs of study, admissions, scholarships, financial aid, housing, student life, and registration.
  • Responsible for meeting with assigned students to provide college readiness and success support, which may include problem-solving strategies, academic and career advising, coaching, and short- and long-term goal setting.
  • Coordinates student services with other university departments to aid students with academic and personal development.
  • Recommends and develops programs and/or initiatives to support student retention, success, and completion.
  • Listens to student concerns and inquiries and provides solution-oriented recommendations and makes appropriate on-campus and community referrals as necessary.
  • Utilizes various assessment tools such as career interests inventories, educational surveys, and institutional questionnaires in support of the advising process.
  • Plans and organizes seminars, workshops, and presentations designed to engage student populations over topics relevant to transition and success in higher education (i.e., pre-college presentations, first-year sessions, financial literacy, financial aid, life skills etc.) as specified in the program’s objectives.
  • Ensures programs objectives are met by collecting required data, tracking student progress and recommending timely interventions.
  • Compiles reports throughout the year and submits to program director for evaluation.
  • Collaborates with university stakeholders/partners to promote the goals and objectives of the assigned program.
  • Coordinates program informational sessions for various audiences such as parents, school district personnel, community agencies, and other college access partners.
  • Interprets and maintains knowledge of current federal, state, and institutional policies and procedures pertaining to assigned program, admissions, financial aid & scholarships.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received
General supervision from assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given
May supervise other assigned staff.
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Preferred Education
Master’s degree from an accredited university.
Licenses/Certifications
None.
Required Experience
Two (2) years of experience working within an education or service-related agency performing closely related duties.
Preferred Experience
Experience obtained in Higher Education.
Bilingual (English/ Spanish).
Experience working with agricultural workers.
Equipment
Use of standard office equipment.
Working Conditions
Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office Environment; some periods of frequent travel to visit schools, government agencies, and agricultural worksites and weekend work is required. General office conditions with the majority of time spent in contact with students. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Other
Exceptional planning and organizational skills.
Physical Capabilities
N/A
Employment Category
Full-Time
Minimum Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date
03/21/2024
Grant Funded Position
Yes
If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date
06/30/2024
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
Date of Birth
Gender
  • Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.
Additional Information
UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

SALARY

$49k-62k (estimate)

POST DATE

03/28/2024

EXPIRATION DATE

06/30/2024

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