Student Development Specialist IV

Job TitleStudent Development Specialist IV Agency Texas A&M University Health Science Center Department Student Affairs Proposed Minimum Salary$5,755.42 monthly Job LocationDallas, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description Our Commitment 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. Who we are A part of the Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Texas A&M School of Dentistry in Dallas was founded in 1905 and is a nationally recognized center for oral health sciences education, research, specialized patient care and continuing dental education. As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the?exas A&M University Health Science Center?ncompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.??What we want The School of Dentistry is looking for an Student Development Specialist IV to serve in the department of Student Affairs.?We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment as stated above. The successful applicant will bring an expert level of experience to the position and understand the demands of supporting executives in a fast-paced environment. This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine. If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team. What you need to know Proposed Minimum Salary: Commensurate based on selected hire's qualifications. Work Schedule/Location: This is an on-site role with a typical schedule of Monday ? Friday 8am to 5pm. Special Instructions: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials.?These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume. Required Education and Experience: Master's degree in student affairs, counseling, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Five years of experience in student affairs or related specialty area. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Oral and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in higher education or professional school setting within student affairs or related specialty area. Event management and outreach experience. Experience conducting needs assessments and using results to guide programming and activities. Experience advising student groups and evaluating student programs and activities. Demonstrated professional maturity, leadership, and decision-making abilities. CPR certified Essential Duties/Tasks: Programs, events, documents Plans, organizes, implements, and evaluates major Student Affairs programs and events, including orientation, white coat ceremony, awards ceremony and commencement. Secures venues and venders and managing contract negotiations for large events. Manages the budget and expenditures for major programs and events. Advises students on student-sponsored activities, such as gala, dental olympics, etc. Develops surveys to assist in improving school-wide student activities. Annually updates student handbook. Creates matriculation packet for incoming dental students. Student services and support Supervises student activities. Serves as an advisor to student council. Serves as primary contact for student emergencies. Provides individual and group advising and make referrals to resource providers. Fosters collaborative relationships with and serves as liaison between students and faculty and the administration. Serves as liaison between students and mental health providers. Schedules class meetings with the Deans for DH, DDS and Graduate students. Provides support services to the academic and clinical departments. Serves as liaison to MATCH for residency applications. Coordinates military presentations. Interprets Student Rule 7 on attendance and manage excused absences for DDS students. Interprets and communicates student-related university and school policies and procedures to meet university and school requirements and guidelines. Leads efforts focusing on leadership development, problem solving, program/activities planning, facilitation, and assessment. Assist with administration of student testing accommodations. Monitors and encourages participation in ADEA senior survey. Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Supervises a Program Coordinator I. Supervisory duties include, but are not limited to hiring, training, facilitating meetings, preparing performance evaluations, as well as consistent developmental feedback and assessing/adjusting position duties. Why Texas A&M University? We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.?Health, dental, vision, life 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?nd at least?ight hours of paid vacation?ach month. Automatic enrollment in the?eacher Retirement System of Texas. Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time. Professional Development: All employees have access to free?inkedIn Learning?raining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more. Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee. 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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. Howdy and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University. As the flagship campus of The Texas A&M University System, we are located in College Station, Texas with a student population of more than 74,000 and nearly 14,000 faculty and staff. The Spirit of Aggieland is unmistakable. We are a unique American institution, fostering a culture of friendliness, compassion and respect for one another. Our unique history and rich traditions make Texas A&M special. From our benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs, Texas A&M is a great place to work. Your path to a great career starts here! Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (979) 845-5154. 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