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Student Development Specialist I (Resource Education Specialist)

Job Title

Student Development Specialist I (Resource Education Specialist)

Agency

Texas A&M University at Galveston

Department

10120911 Student Affairs (Danny Roe)

Proposed Minimum Salary

$17.65 hourly

Job Location

Galveston, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

A Glimpse of the Job
This position works within the University’s Student Affairs Division, collaborating across the university to match students to basic need resources. The Student Assistance Services Department administers the campus food pantry, professional clothing closet, the 12th Van transportation service, and other vital resources connected to supporting students experiencing food insecurity and/or financial hardship.

The Resource Education Specialist, under the direction of the Director, provides professional assistance for the advisement, coordination, and organization of student developmental programs, activities, and/or services for Student Assistance Services and the 1973 Center.
 

Essential Duties/Tasks:

Food Pantry Coordination and Resource Management

  • Develops, organizes, and supervises the pantry volunteer program to maintain the food pantry stocking & cleaning.

  • Scheduling food drives for the campus food pantry

  • Prepares administrative reports for the pantry usage.

  • Advises students through the application process for community resources, ie, SNAP.

Student Outreach

  • Collaborates with student organizations and departments to educate the campus about SAS resources.

  • Manages social media, internal, and external messaging for outreach to the 1973 Center.

  • Mentors and support students through 1:1 check-ins; tracking consultations through Maxient or Navigate.

  • Establishes and maintains relationships with outside campus resources supporting the mission of SAS.


1973 Center Coordination and Planning

  • Supports daily operations of the 1973 Center to support students impacted by hardships, including front desk and other operational support.

  • Coordinates and assists in planning in-service training programs related to the mission of SAS.

  • Maintains the Center’s events calendar and supports student organizations' use of the center.

Representation and Other

  • Represents SAS in recruitment efforts (possibly including travel), Professional Development Opportunities, and presentations.

  • Serves on committees to advocate for students' needs. Drives university vehicles for events and meetings including supporting the basic need resources & 12th Van.

  • Participates in department and division wide activities.

  • Performs other duties as assigned to support the department.

What you need to know

Salary: $17.65 hourly

Special Instructions: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these in the CV/Resume section.

Required Education

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses and Certifications

  • Valid driver’s license and clear driving record

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of food pantry database logistics.

  • Experience with transportation services and logistics.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

  • Demonstrate an understanding of food insecurity and financial-related issues among college students.

  • Experience partnering with student organizations and/or community resources.

  • Demonstrate organizational, administrative, listening and problem-solving skills.

  • Experience and comfort with public speaking.

  • Exercise discretion and uphold the confidentiality of student records.

Physical Requirements

Frequent lifting of 25lbs or more

Handling food

Other Requirements and Factors

  • Attends meetings & conferences concerning students and/or with student groups at times beyond usual working hours.

  • This position is security sensitive

  • System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures.

  • This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University

  • All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements

Who we are

We are the ocean campus of Texas A&M University at Galveston. Our employees come from throughout the world, with many different perspectives, talents, lived experiences, and interests. Aggies by the Sea promote a welcoming and highly productive work environment. We support the university’s goals to recruit and retain a quality workforce and encourage life-long learning practices.  We will do our part to assist you in your new position and encourage you to take advantage of training and development opportunities that are available to help you be successful.

Why Texas A&M University?

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. 

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

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.

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