What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialist IV - TRIO Student Support Services (Full-Time Temporary) position at Sam Houston State University?

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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

202500334S

Title

Specialist IV - TRIO Student Support Services (Full-Time Temporary)

FLSA status

Non-Exempt

Hiring Salary

This position is a pay grade 9. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf

This is a grant funded position. This position is expected to end on or before 08/31/2030. Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding.

Occupational Category

Technical/Para-Professional

Department

TRIO Student Support Services

Division

Division of Academic Affairs

Open Date

10/27/2025

Open Until Filled

Yes

Educational and Experience Requirement

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Services, or a related field. Master’s desirable. Two years of experience in a student services field or a related field. TRIO, federal grant experience, or experience in a related field is preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position

Performs moderately complex managerial work providing direction and guidance in operations and planning in the program. Assists the TRIO Student Support Services director with various initiatives and objectives.

Primary Responsibilities

Plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates policies and procedures and monitors compliance with policies and procedures. supports creating activities, services, and priorities for achieving goals of program. Presents at TSS Disposition skills seminars, workshops, and recruiting presentations. Oversees the selection and recruitment of TSS participants. Participates in strategic planning of retention strategies in TSS program and campus wide efforts through administration meetings, committees, and presentations. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications

Communicates with other University departments, personnel, and other agencies. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

This is a full time benefits eligible, temporary position. Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding. This position is expected to end on or before 08/31/2030.

Full Time Part Time

Full Time Temporary

Position Number

Quicklink

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/45261

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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