Education Access Grant Programs Coordinator

Texas State University; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Texas State University is seeking a Grant Coordinator for the Talent Search Austin program to develop and oversee services for students in grades 6–12 at Austin area schools. The role involves coordinating tutoring, counseling, and college access activities, with occasional travel to San Marcos.

The successful candidate will manage program records, complete needs assessments, and maintain strong partnerships with schools and families to promote college enrollment and financial aid readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, social work, psychology, public administration, or related field.
• Experience providing academic support, academic advising, college application assistance, career exploration, economic literacy, or financial aid assistance to students.
• Experience managing small to mid-sized budgets, supervising student staff or tutors, and maintaining participant records.
• Experience developing programs, events, trips, and workshops for students.
• Experience advising secondary school students (grades 6–12) on college, career, financial aid and economic literacy.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and database management platforms.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project recruitment and recruitment activities.
• Complete Individual Service Plans and Needs Assessments for participants.
• Develop and implement co-curricular programs for students and parents, including workshops, trips and events.
• Oversee tutoring schedules and ensure effective utilization of tutoring services.
• Monitor participant progress and reporting on academic performance and personal growth.
• Provide college admission and financial aid information to participants; support graduation and college enrollment steps.
• Maintain participant files and project documentation in the student database; ensure accurate records.
• Assist with pre/post evaluations for participants and parents/guardians.
• Assist in collecting data and preparing annual performance or other reports.
• Develop outreach networks within target communities and schools; act as liaison and point of contact.
• Participate in professional development opportunities.
• Conduct other duties as assigned.

Skills

Writing skills

Speaking skills

Microsoft Office

Database management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, social work, psychology, public administration, or related field

Master’s degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work or related field

Job description

Texas State University is seeking a Grant Coordinator for the Talent Search Austin program to develop and oversee services for students in grades 6–12 at Austin area schools. The role involves coordinating tutoring, counseling, and college access activities, with occasional travel to San Marcos.

The successful candidate will manage program records, complete needs assessments, and maintain strong partnerships with schools and families to promote college enrollment and financial aid readiness.