Student Development Specialist I

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

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• Resume
• Cover Letter
• 3 professional references and their full contact information
• Unofficial transcripts All 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. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.