Student Development Specialist II

Texas A&M University; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University in College Station is seeking a Student Development Specialist II to lead recognition and awards for student organizations within the SOLAD team. You will oversee NSO recognition, coordinate awards, provide educational resources, and advise student organizations to promote leadership and risk management.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with relevant student affairs experience; a Master’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of relevant experience in student affairs or related area.
• Master’s degree preferred; strong advising and leadership training experience.

Responsibilities

• New Student Organization Recognition & Education – Facilitate the NSO recognition process and advise on compliance and risk management.
• Student Organization Recognition & Support Services – Administer re-recognition, track progress, and maintain records.
• Student Organization Advising – Provide direct advising to recognized organizations on leadership development and policy compliance.
• Student Recognition & Awards Programs – Coordinate the Adair Awards program and manage related workflows.
• Leadership Development Programs – Support planning and assessment of leadership initiatives for student leaders.
• Departmental Representation – Participate in committees and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Title

Student Development Specialist II

Agency

Texas A&M University Department Student Activities

Proposed Minimum Salary

$4,312.50 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Who We Are The Department of Student Activities fosters and supports leadership by providing purposeful engagement experiences, leadership development, and collaborative support equipping students for success beyond college. As members of the university community, we are committed to a philosophy of shared responsibility that develops leaders of character dedicated to serving the greater good, and we subscribe to the Texas A&M core values of Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. To learn more, please visit Student Activities – Division of Student Affairs. Clarification about our position titles can be found at tx.ag/StuActPositions.

What We Want

The Student Developmental Specialist II for Recognition is responsible for providing recognition support and coordinating awards for student organizations at Texas A&M University, serving as a key member of Student Activities within the Student Organization Leadership and Development (SOLAD) team. This position is primarily focused on overseeing and administering programs that celebrate organizational achievement, including facilitating the New Student Organization recognition process, coordinating student recognition and awards initiatives, and supporting leadership development. Responsibilities also include delivering educational resources that foster organizational success and risk management, offering direct advising to assigned student organizations, and collaborating with campus partners to enhance the student organization experience. Through recognition-focused support, this position fosters a campus culture where student organization involvement, achievement, and excellence are highly valued and celebrated.

What You Need To Know

Salary: $51,750/year.

Professional Development: May be eligible for up to $2,800.00/year of departmental funding for professional development opportunities and conference attendance.

Cover Letter/Resumé: A cover letter and resumé are strongly recommended. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.

Other: Ability to work nights, periodic weekends, and outside of standard business hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• New Student Organization Recognition & Education – Facilitate the New Student Organization (NSO) recognition process. Coordinate prospective organization intake and administrative review procedures. Conduct NSO review meetings and consultations. Develop and deliver educational resources that promote organizational success, compliance, and proactive risk management. Serve as a resource for prospective student organizations throughout the recognition process.
• Student Organization Recognition & Support Services – Administer the student organization re-recognition process, including reviewing eligibility requirements, enrolling organization leaders in required educational courses, tracking completion progress, and facilitating organizational reactivation efforts. Conduct re-recognition consultations with student organization officers to provide guidance on university resources, recognition requirements, organizational management practices, and risk management expectations. Monitor and document organization re-recognition activity, maintain accurate records, and update organizational statuses within university systems as appropriate. Collaborate with departmental staff to ensure consistent delivery of student organization services and contribute to continuous improvement of recognition and support processes.
• Student Organization Advising – Provide direct advising support to assigned recognized student organizations. Assist student leaders with organizational development, leadership transitions, strategic planning, goal setting, and policy compliance. Support organizations in navigating university processes and addressing organizational challenges. Promote effective leadership practices and organizational sustainability.
• Student Recognition & Awards Programs – Coordinate the Adair Awards program. Manage award applications, communications, nomination processes, and review logistics. Support assessment and continuous improvement efforts related to student recognition initiatives. Promote recognition opportunities that celebrate student and organization achievement.
• Leadership Development Programs – Support planning, implementation, and assessment of the Student Leader Summit. Develop and facilitate leadership development opportunities for student leaders. Collaborate with campus and departmental partners to enhance leadership learning experiences.
• Departmental Representation – Participate in departmental, divisional, and university committees and initiatives. Assist with special projects and perform other duties as assigned. Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required Education and Experience – Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. One year of relevant experience in student affairs work or related specialty area.
• Preferred Qualifications – Master’s degree in student affairs, higher education or related field. One or more years post‑graduate experience in higher education, student affairs, or specific area(s) described in this position description. Significant student group advising, leadership training, and experience in the specific area(s) described in this position description.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities – Ability to multi‑task and work cooperatively with others.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.

• Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state‑of‑the‑art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.
• Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost‑of‑living and no long commutes.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long‑term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums.
• 12‑15 days of annual paid holidays.
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month.
• Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas.
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time.
• Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more.
• Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee.
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees.

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Equal Opportunity Statements

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.