Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition 202500043S Title Specialist III - Program Specialist FLSA status Non-Exempt Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade 6. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdfOccupational Category Technical/Para-Professional Department Corr Mgmt Institute of Tx (CMIT) Division Division of Academic Affairs Open Date 02/06/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement Associates degree in related field. Three years related experience or experience in a related field. Certifications may be required. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered. Nature & Purpose of Position Performs advanced specialist duties for a department, college or division. Primary Responsibilities Assists a supervisor in planning, or personally plans various parts of a major project. Plans, develops, markets, implements, coordinates and monitors training programs, meetings, or conferences. Compiles, tracks, and reviews data and reports from meetings and various trainings. Prepares, reviews, revises and distributes documents and correspondence. Processes participant registrations, collects conference fees from agencies, and compiles financial reports for the programs. May be responsible for planning, directing, marketing, supervising, and participating in special projects. Performs other duties as assigned. Other Specifications Contacts involve other University departments, state agencies, and off-campus firms. Performs specialized work in conducting and preparing budgets, training materials, marketing efforts, correspondence, contracts etc., for speakers and staff for the creation, delivery, and completion of a training project. May be responsible for work involving planning, directing, marketing, supervising, and participating in program development and delivery.
Travel is required as well as non-traditional work hours. Full Time Part Time Full Time Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/42261 EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
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