Student Development Specialist III

Texas A&M University System•College Station, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Student Activities fosters and supports leadership, learning, and involvement opportunities that enhance the growth and development of students and recognized student organizations. 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. The Department of Student Activities is seeking a Student Development Specialist III who is passionate about supporting first year students as they transition to Texas A&M University. They will support the oversight, advising, and administration of student organizations and university programs in the Extended Orientation area. This position will advise and directly assist with the coordination of Fish Camp, one of the nation’s largest extended orientation programs for incoming freshmen. This position will also be responsible for the development and coordination of other Extended Orientation programs for incoming freshmen, transfer students, student athletes, and others.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three years' relevant experience in student affairs work or related specialty area.
General office conditions with the majority of time spent in contact with students.
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Ability to provide support for events and EO programs to include carrying, lifting, and moving heavy objects; set-up/breakdown rooms; stand/walk for prolonged periods of time; interact with large groups and respond to needs of materials and equipment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in student affairs, higher education or related field.
Two 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.

Responsibilities

Student Organization Program Administration - Fish Camp Collaborate with SDS III and Program Manager on the administration of Fish Camp (program). Duties include, but are not limited to, developing effective policies and processes, logistics and operations oversight including budgeting, facilities, vendor relationships, contracts, student travel, technological resources, inventory management, and document review.
Student Organization Advising - Fish Camp Serve as a co-advisor of Fish Camp (student organization) directors, chairs, and counselors in duties including, but not limited to, risk management activities, training and advising for users of services including curriculum design, programming of events, project management, evaluation of effectiveness of programs, and significant direction and decision-making responsibility. Duties include advising students and participants in programs or events, and maintaining relationships with external partners, including former students, related to areas of responsibility. Advising may include, but is not limited to, leadership development, recruitment and retention, adherence to policies and procedures including judicial processes, and identifying fundraising resources.
Program Oversight - EO Programs Coordinate one of the EO programs and experiences for incoming students at level to be determined by the Department of Student Activities. Programs may include Venture Camps, Traditions Night, or other programs coordinated within the area. Duties include, but are not limited to, risk management activities, recruitment of student and staff volunteers, marketing to incoming students, management of the registration system, project management, evaluation of effectiveness of programs, and significant direction and decision-making responsibility.
Program Administration - EO Programs Coordinate and implement curriculum for one of the EO programs. Duties include, but are not limited to, developing the training materials for student and staff volunteers, coordinating program operations and logistics, and developing the curriculum for program participants.
Administration – EO Provide Support to Program Manager in the development and facilitation of EO Curriculum programming. Duties may include but are not limited to leadership development, training and development, and curriculum development.
Supervision Responsible for the recruiting, hiring, and occasional supervision of practicum students, student workers, and interns.
Other Duties Participate on university, division, and/or department committees and task forces.

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