Student Development Specialist I

Texas A; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M International University in Laredo, TX, is seeking a Student Development Specialist I (Staff). The role provides advisement, coordination, and supervision of student development programs under supervision. It requires at least a Bachelor's degree and offers on-campus work with potential evenings/weekends.

Responsibilities include counseling students, preparing materials, maintaining records, and coordinating training programs to support student success and development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• No prior experience required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in advising student groups and individuals.
• Counsel students on personal and educational matters.
• Prepare informational publications and maintain records.

Skills

Word processing & databases

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Student Development Specialist I

Job Title

Student Development Specialist I

Agency

Texas A&M International University

Department

Career Services

Salary

$17.54 hourly

Job Location

Laredo, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Summary

The Student Development Specialist I, under direction, providesprofessional and supervisory assistance for the advisement,coordination and organization of student developmental programs,activities, and/or services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in the advising of a variety of studentgroups/organizations.
• Counsels and advises students on personal and educationalmatters.
• Acts as a referral resource for students.
• Helps to guide students in planning and scheduling social andbudgetary procedures
• Prepares informational and educational publications
• Assists in maintenance of pertinent student and administrativerecords
• Coordinates and assists in planning in-service trainingprograms
• Issues memoranda and prepares administrative reports.

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, andauthorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete listof all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists students in exploring career interests, educationalgoals, and career readiness opportunities through individualconsultations and group programming.
• Develops and delivers workshops, presentations, and educationalprograms on student success, leadership development, careerreadiness, and related topics.
• Assists with the coordination and promotion of programs thatsupport student success, career exploration, and professionaldevelopment.
• Assists in developing and maintaining collaborativerelationships with campus departments and community organizationsto support student development opportunities.

Minimum Requirements

• Education - Bachelor's degree.
• Experience - No experience.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.

Ability to:

• Multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Oral and written communication skills.

License/Professional Certification

None.

Physical Requirements

General office environment.

The physical demands described here are representative of thosethat must be met by an employee to successfully perform theessential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may bemade to enable individuals with disabilities to perform theessential functions.

Supervision of Others

• This position generally does not supervise employees.

Other Requirements

• Evening and/or weekend hours may be required.
• Position requires on-campus, face-to-face interactions.
• Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendanceon campus and in the workplace.

Salary

$17.54/hourly

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.