What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grant Specialist position at Texas State?
Posting Information
Posting Number2025254
Posting / Functional TitleGrant Specialist
University Pay Plan TitleGrant Specialist
LocationSan Marcos
DepartmentStudent Support Services
Recruitment TypeOpen to All
Job TypeFull-Time
Funding SourceGrant
Monthly Salary$3,333.34
Job CategoryExempt
Required Qualifications : Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, communications, or related field
Experience with academic support programs focused on student success.
Experience assisting with programs, events, trips, and workshops for students.
Effective writing and speaking skills.
Experience with computer software (Microsoft suite) and database management platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in planning educational and / or cultural trips.
1 year experience with academic support programs focused on student success.
Bilingual (Spanish) speaking / writing.
Job Description
This is a grant funded position. Continuation of this position is contingent upon grant funding. Reports to the Student Support Services Program Director ( SSS ) at Texas State University-San Marcos. The SSS Grant Specialist is a member of the SSS administrative team and promotes educational achievement retention, good standing, and graduation for program participants. Evening and weekend work may be required. This position works in-person at the assigned location in San Marcos, TX.
Job Duties
Provide counseling / advising (e.g. academic, career, financial, personal) to students who meet program eligibility requirements.
Determine student academic needs and develop individualized student success plans.
Schedule monthly student meetings.
Document student contact / progress.
Assist with marketing, recruitment screening and selection activities.
Advise the SSS Association / Peer Pals
Assist with record keeping, program evaluation and ongoing program improvement
Assist with trips and events for participants.
Additional Information to Applicants
- Please include a cover letter that addresses how you meet the required and preferred qualifications in the order in which they are listed in this job posting.
Job Open Date01 / 24 / 2025
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)
Open Until FilledYes
Normal Work DaysMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start8 : 00AM
Normal Work Hours End5 : 00PM
Posting NoticesYou will be required to electronically attach a resume., You will be required to electronically attach a cover letter.
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
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