Student Development Specialist I

Texas A&M University System; Laredo, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M International University in Laredo, Texas is seeking a Student Development Specialist I to provide advisement, coordinate development programs, and support student services on campus.

The role involves counseling students, developing workshops on career readiness, and maintaining accurate student records. The position requires a bachelor’s degree with no prior experience and may include evening/weekend hours to support on-campus interactions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• No prior experience required.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets and databases.
• Ability to multitask and communicate effectively in writing and speaking.

Responsibilities

• Advising student groups and individuals on personal and educational matters.
• Counsels students and acts as a referral resource for student services.
• Plan and schedule student development activities and publications.
• Assist in maintaining student and administrative records.
• Develop and deliver workshops on student success and career readiness.
• Coordinate in-service trainings and collaborate with campus departments.

Skills

Multitask

Oral and written communication

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Database

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

**Job Title**Student Development Specialist I**Agency**Texas A&M International University**Department**Career Services**Proposed Minimum Salary**$17.54 hourly**Job Location**Laredo, Texas**Job Type**Staff**Job Description****Job Summary** The Student Development Specialist I, under direction, provides professional 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 student groups/organizations.* Counsels and advises students on personal and educational matters.* Acts as a referral resource for students.* Helps to guide students in planning and scheduling social and budgetary procedures* Prepares informational and educational publications* Assists in maintenance of pertinent student and administrative records* Coordinates and assists in planning in-service training programs* Issues memoranda and prepares administrative reports.This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned. **Additional Duties and Responsibilities** * Assists students in exploring career interests, educational goals, and career readiness opportunities through individual consultations and group programming.* Develops and delivers workshops, presentations, and educational programs on student success, leadership development, career readiness, and related topics.* Assists with the coordination and promotion of programs that support student success, career exploration, and professional development.* Assists in developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with campus departments and community organizations to 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 those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential 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 attendance on campus and in the workplace. **Salary: $17.54/hourly** **INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:** During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. **You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you “Submit” the application materials**. The software does not allow you to “Save” your application and return to complete the process at a later time. The page *\"My Experience*\" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to include:* Resume* Cover Letter* 3 professional references and their full contact information* Unofficial transcriptsAll positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.