Tarleton State University

Job Title

CEE Program Specialist

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Center for Educational Excellence

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The CEE Program Specialist, under general supervision, performs moderately complex administrative work related to the wide variety of programming, events and communications, and operations associated with the Center for Educational Excellence. Collaborates with the Center's leadership to design high-quality programs and events that reflect the values of the CEE and Tarleton State University.

This is a full-time, in-office position based at Tarleton State University's main campus in Stephenville, Texas. Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with flexibility required to accommodate evening and weekend responsibilities as needed. Travel to other Tarleton campuses may be required based on operational needs. Must have the ability to work remotely at the request of the university in times of inclement weather or other special circumstances.

Responsibilities:

• 40% Plans and develops specialized programs/events such as conferences, seminars, lectures, workshops, and receptions, to facilitate the goals of all areas within the Center for Educational Excellence.
• 25% Participates in the development of program goals and objectives to help maintain departmental consistency and to ensure alignment with strategic initiatives. Confers with appropriate members of the Center's leadership team on issues and problems related to programs/events. Recommends solutions.
• 15% Oversees the development and distribution of printed and electronic promotional materials, including management of the CEE webpages, ensuring tasks are completed in accordance with applicable laws, rules, procedures, and guidelines.
• 10% Prepares and oversees the preparation of standard procedures for programming within the Center for Educational Excellence.
• 10% Interprets policies, rules, and regulations to ensure they are followed within the department. Provides input into the development of new policies, rules, and regulations within the department.

Other Requirements:

Travels occasionally for events at other locations (including Tarleton's outreach locations in Fort Worth, Waco, and College Station). Travels occasionally for professional development, such as conferences. Works outside of normal office hours for event coverage as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education - Bachelor's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience - 3 years of experience related to planning and executing programs/events.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a relevant field
• Marketing experience
• Experience with WordPress

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Exceptional problem-solving, critical thinking, and time management skills.
• Ability to facilitate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience working across multiple departments/divisions.

Salary:

Commensurate with experience

Salary Range:

The target base annual salary range is $49,000 to $68,330.50 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:

Educational Benefits - employee perks that help enrich, grow, and foster career and professional development:

• Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) – scholarship opportunities for Tarleton employees, their spouses, or their dependents available after 6 months of continued full-time employment. Click the link to learn more about this incredible Texan benefit!
• Masters Educational Assistance – is designed to invest in and assist employees further their knowledge, skills, and job effectiveness through 100% of eligible tuition and fees being paid on enrollment. Click link for additional guidelines and details!

Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning:

• Fully covered employee health insurance
  • Reimbursement of Insurance Premium Deductions! The State of Texas contributes to eligible employees’ insurance coverages as of the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment in an eligible position. For those who elect coverage PRIOR to the first of the month after 60 days of employment, Tarleton State University will reimburse employees the State contribution towards health coverage during those first 60 days.
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement and Insurance programs

Paid Leave:

Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area!

• Paid sick leave
• Holiday pay
• Vacation
• Longevity pay
• Paid Birthday Leave – Tarleton State University awards all leave-eligible employees paid time off for their birthday!

Other:

• Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts events!
  • Tarleton Employees enjoy two complimentary general admission tickets for athletics and performing fine arts events on campus! Join Texan Nation on the bleachers or in the auditorium.
• Employee Wellness Release Time
• Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation
• and other Tarleton Discounts

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Application Procedure:

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

Employment applications must include:

• Completed online application
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

https://www.tarleton.edu/human-resources/employees/benefits-information/tarleton-family-education-benefit-program/

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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