What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialist III - Event Specialist position at Sam Houston State University and Careers?

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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Posting Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Requisition

202500346S

Title

Specialist III - Event Specialist

FLSA status

Non-Exempt

Hiring Salary

This position is a pay grade 6. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf

Occupational Category

Technical/Para-Professional

Department

Financial Aid

Division

Division of Enrollment

Open Date

11/03/2025

Open Until Filled

Yes

Educational and Experience Requirement

Associates degree in business, management, finance, accounting, marketing, or a related field is required, along with three years of experience in higher education, financial services, or a similar area. Preferred qualifications include experience with financial literacy education, counseling, presentations, and organizing events or programs in a college setting. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position

Oversees and supports the Student Money Management peer counseling program, ensuring smooth coordination of its daily operations. Plays a key role in planning and executing educational programming, workshops, and special events hosted by the Student Money Management department.

Primary Responsibilities

Coordinates and maintains Student Money Management (SMM) peer counseling program. Plans and delivers presentations, workshops, and seminars on personal finance topics for the university community. Provides one-on-one financial counseling to SHSU students. Organizes and leads trainings, meetings, and events related to SMM. Develops and implements services, programs, policies, promotions, and online outreach. Manages scheduling and logistics for educational events and special initiatives. Creates and executes marketing plans to promote SMM services. Represents the department in internal and external meetings and presentations. Assists with drafting grant proposals and evaluating the impact of educational efforts. Supports the hiring and training of student employees. Performs other related duties as assigned, including occasional evening and weekend work to support programming and special events. Performs other duties as assigned.

Other Specifications

Contact with students, faculty, staff, administration, alumni, parents, corporate and public officials, state agencies, and the general public. Attends workshops and conferences to improve knowledge of personal finance.

Full Time Part Time

Full Time

Position Number

Quicklink

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/45352

EEO Statement

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

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