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Specialist III - Program Specialist (Temporary) - 2 positions to be filled

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Come and join the Bearkat community!

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.

Posting Information

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 202400060S
Title Specialist III - Program Specialist (Temporary) - 2 positions to be filled
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/550174.pdf.

These are full-time, temporary, benefits eligible, grant funded positions expected to end on or before 08/31/2024. Continuation of these positions is contingent upon continued funding.
Occupational Category Technical/Para-Professional
Department Corr Mgmt Institute of Tx (CMIT)
Division Division of Academic Affairs
Open Date 02/15/2024
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 the Correctional Management Institute of Texas (CMIT).
Primary Responsibilities
Serves as a primary resource for the distribution of surveys for stakeholders regarding existing and needed training, technical assistant, and research resources. Distributes self-assessment tools for specialty courts. Serves as a primary point of contact for stakeholders who need support related to the distribution and completion of surveys/self-assessments and will be responsible for follow up with each group. Assists a supervisor in planning or personally plans various parts of a major project. Schedules meetings, trainings, and activities. Compiles, tracks, and reviews data and reports from meetings and various trainings. Prepares, reviews, revises and distributes documents and correspondence. May be responsible for planning and participating in special projects. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Responsible for maintenance, cleaning, verification, and quantitative analysis of results from surveys and self-assessment tools. Requires a general knowledge of standard office function. Requires good knowledge of procedures and practices. Must be able to use standard office software.

These are full-time, temporary, benefits eligible, grant funded positions expected to end on or before 08/31/2024. Continuation of these positions is contingent upon continued funding.
Full Time Part Time Full Time Temporary
Position Number
Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/38221
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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Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Letter of Recommendation 1
  2. Letter of Recommendation 2
  3. Letter of Recommendation 3

Screening Questions

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  1. * How did you learn about this position?
    • The Chronicle of Higher Education
    • Diverse Issues in Higher Education
    • HBCU Connect - Historically Black Colleges and Universities
    • HACU - Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities
    • The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
    • Association for Women in Science
    • TWC - Work in Texas
    • Inside Higher Ed
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    • SHSU Website
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