Program & Advisor Development Specialist

Texas State University; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive community

Job summary

Texas State University in San Marcos, TX is hiring a Program Specialist, Advising, Recruitment & Training Initiatives to support program development and evaluation within Academic Advising & Transitions. The role focuses on coordinating recruitment, onboarding, and professional development for academic advisors while contributing to workforce data and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include collaborating with advising leadership, developing resources, and supporting strategic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Organizational Leadership, Business Administration, Psychology, Communication Studies, or a related field.
• Four (4) years of professional experience in academic advising, student success, student affairs, employee development, training, organizational development, higher education administration, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage recruitment and hiring processes for academic advising positions.
• Develop onboarding plans, training schedules, and advisor development resources.
• Lead the design, coordination, and implementation of professional development opportunities for academic advisors.
• Collect and analyze data related to advisor onboarding, training, professional development, and workforce effectiveness.
• Support accreditation, assessment, and reporting efforts related to advising effectiveness and advisor development.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Organizational Leadership, Business Administration, Psychology, Communication Studies, or a related field

Job description

Texas State University in San Marcos, TX is hiring a Program Specialist, Advising, Recruitment & Training Initiatives to support program development and evaluation within Academic Advising & Transitions. The role focuses on coordinating recruitment, onboarding, and professional development for academic advisors while contributing to workforce data and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include collaborating with advising leadership, developing resources, and supporting strategic