What are the responsibilities and job description for the Success Coach position at Texas State University?
Posting Information
Posting Information
Posting Number
2026166
Posting/Functional Title
Success Coach
University Pay Plan Title
Student Development Specialist II
Location
San Marcos
Department
Student Learning Assistance Center
Recruitment Type
Open Recruiting
Job Type
Full-Time
Funding Source
Permanent
Monthly Salary
$3,958.33
Job Category
Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
General Description: Reporting to the Assistant Director for Success Coaching in the Student Learning Assistance Center (SLAC) at Texas State University, this full-time Success Coach works individually with students to provide professional and specialized skills for developing, implementing, and maintaining student academic performance. The Success Coach functions as part of the learning center’s professional staff team maintaining a productive and collaborative learning environment that involves university committee work, making presentations, and assisting students, faculty, and staff with various academic success issues.
Specific Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Earned Bachelors degree from an accredited institution;
- One or more years of experience working with student support/student success programs and initiatives in higher education;
- Experience working with a students, staff, and faculty;
- Direct work with students in academic success or recovery efforts;
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; and
- Ability to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends.
Preferred Qualifications
- Earned masters degree in related field including Adult Education, Developmental Education, Educational Leadership, Educational Psychology, Student Affairs, Professional Counseling, etc., from an accredited institution.
- One or more years employment developing and implementing post-secondary education academic success or recovery efforts.
- Two or more years of direct experience with Success Coaching.
- Demonstrated experience working on large programs/projects;
- Presentation and public speaking experience;
- Demonstrated knowledge of student development theory, assessment, and practices used to foster student learning.
- Technical experience in word processing, spreadsheets, and PowerPoint. Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Job Description
Responsible for advising and promoting activities that positively impact the academic performance of TexasState students and the campus community.
Job Duties
- Meet, refer, and follow up with a caseload of students regarding general academic questions, concerns, and needs. Foster retention of students through coaching, improving time management, test preparation, study skills, and other support activities. Provide academic direction and advice to students.
- Maintain records, interpret assessment inventories, make referrals as required, and manage organizational and administrative aspects of individual student cases. Oversee the development of projects and their implementation to achieve specific objectives or outcomes.
- Refer to students on academic probation to appropriate services and resources. Respond to inquiries from students and interpret University and college policies and procedures.
- Represent Success Coaching program in meetings with appropriate personnel from the Division of Academic Affairs (selected deans, advisors, etc.) and Division of Student Success. Interact with college offices regarding the academic progress of students related to students’ probationary terms.
- Assist in recruiting, hiring, and training graduate Success Coaches.
- Support departmental assessment and reporting work for Success Coaching, within SLAC and for assessment initiatives in various academic colleges and other institutional reports as needed.
- Provide advocacy and expertise related to the impact on student success by Success Coaching.
- Collaborate on a variety of retention efforts within and outside of the Division of Student Success and articulate the university vision for Success Coaching through outreach to students, faculty, staff, and the community. Serve on campus committees as needed.
- Function as a member of the SLAC professional staff team by attending staff meetings, making referrals to appropriate campus resources, assisting with training programs for all SLAC student workers, and promoting SLAC by speaking to classes, student organizations, and faculty/staff about SLAC services and strategies for academic success.
- Present at local, regional, and national meetings and conferences.
- Other duties assigned.
Additional Information to Applicants
Job Open Date
11/24/2025
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)
12/10/2025
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
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The University will not sponsor or assume sponsorship of any candidate requiring a petition for a H1B employment visa.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The University will not sponsor or assume sponsorship of any candidate requiring a petition for a H1B employment visa.
Why Choose Texas State University?
Join the Texas State Bobcat team and experience a career that offers more than just a job—it’s a path to a brighter future. As a Texas State employee, you’ll enjoy:
Exceptional Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees and 50% for dependents, starting on your first day.
Generous Time Off: Enjoy vacation, holidays, sick leave, and more to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Wellness and Balance: Access a FREE wellness program, plus mother and family-friendly resources to support your personal well-being.
Professional Growth: Explore a wide range of training, development courses, certifications, and educational support programs.
Welcoming Campus: Become part of a vibrant Bobcat community with numerous social and professional networks.
Generous Time Off: Enjoy vacation, holidays, sick leave, and more to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Wellness and Balance: Access a FREE wellness program, plus mother and family-friendly resources to support your personal well-being.
Professional Growth: Explore a wide range of training, development courses, certifications, and educational support programs.
Welcoming Campus: Become part of a vibrant Bobcat community with numerous social and professional networks.
Tuition Benefits: Take advantage of tuition support for yourself and for your dependent children, making higher education more accessible for your family.
Retirement Security: Secure your future with TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary savings options with strong employer contributions.
Retirement Security: Secure your future with TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary savings options with strong employer contributions.
At Texas State University, you’re not just an employee—you’re a valued member of a thriving and beautiful campus community. Start your journey with us today. https://www.hr.txst.edu/benefits.html
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