Student Development Specialist II

Texas A&M•College Station, TX

2d•$51,750 - $54,500

About The Position

Student Life strives to enhance opportunities for students to participate fully in the University experience. We do this by providing information, services, programs and involvement opportunities that facilitate responsible life choices and promote awareness of self and community. Each of the program areas within Student Life has a specific mission, but one common goal: to provide education, outreach, and support to you. Learn more about our various program areas at https://studentlife.tamu.edu/ . We are seeking a Student Development Specialist II to join Student Life’s New Student & Family Programs team. This role provides day-to-day oversight of the Aggie Parent & Family Ambassador student organization, manages the Parents of the Year award program, and assists with the planning and execution of large-scale programs such as New Student Conferences, Family Weekend, and Howdy Week. The Student Development Specialist II supports our mission of fostering successful student transition, retention, and persistence to graduation through intentional student and family engagement. The ideal candidate has experience advising student organizations, strong written and verbal communication skills, is highly organized and collaborative, and is familiar with orientation, transition, and retention programs or initiatives. This position is well-suited for someone who enjoys balancing program coordination, relationship-building, and student development work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
One or more years of experience in student affairs work or related specialty.
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Willingness to work as a part of a team

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Student Affairs or other related field
Related experience in Student Affairs or other related field
Knowledge of the transitional needs and experiences of students and their family members
Experience with student organization advising
Experience with large-scale program planning and development

Responsibilities

Serves as the primary advisor to the Aggie Parent & Family Ambassador (APFA) student organization and provides support for the day-to-day functioning of the organization. Responsibilities include supporting the recruitment of new student leaders, attending weekly meetings, maintaining student organization records, and assisting with the monitoring of fiscal activities.
Serves as the supervisor to the Lead Aggie Parent & Family Ambassadors, including the selection, training, and supervision of these student employees. During the summer, serves as the supervisor for the New Student Conferences en Español Student Interpreter team and provides secondary advising support to the Aggie Orientation Leader student organization.
Provides support and resources to the families of undergraduate students from orientation through graduation. Assists with programmatic support for New Student Conferences, Family Weekend, and other orientation, transition, and retention initiatives grounded in student development theory; specifically related to parents and family members.
Oversee the coordination of the Parents of the Year Program, including communication and engagement efforts with current and former Parents of the Year. Supports the exploration and coordination of parent and family programming initiatives informed by benchmarking and best practices.
Assists with the development and implementation of office-wide programs such as Howdy Week and other orientation, transition, and retention initiatives. Assists with components of the Parent and Family Communication Plan, including creating and designing content for the Aggie Parent & Family Connection in alignment with Texas A&M Brand Standards.
Serves on University, Division of Student Affairs, and Department committees and task forces, as assigned. Maintains an active role in professional associations and organizations related to Parent and Family Programs and orientation.

Benefits

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 leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Educational release time and tuition assistance for 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