Job Title
Program Specialist I - College of Liberal and Fine Arts
Agency
Tarleton State University
Department
College of Liberal & Fine Arts
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Stephenville, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Under general supervision, the College of Liberal and Fine Arts Program Specialist performs entry-level specialist duties for the College of Liberal and Fine Arts and its departments, programs, and partnerships. Serves as Campus Security Authority (CSA).
This is an in-office position located in Stephenville, Texas, with regular work hours of Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm or as work requirements indicate. This position requires a flexible work schedule, which at times will entail some evening and weekend work pending scheduled activities.
Responsibilities:
50% Development and Implementation of External and Partnership Promotion:
- Create and produce written materials for external promotion.
- Review and edit the college websites, materials, and presentations.
- Communicate with stakeholders to promote initiatives and maintain a positive college image.
- Lead digital outreach, website, and recruitment strategies for the college, including all messaging for prospective, admitted, and current students.
- Develop and execute a strategic promotional plan for the college and its departments.
- Promote student excellence opportunities through targeted outreach.
- Create promotional materials within budget and support development efforts.
- Assist in promoting and managing virtual and external recruitment events.
- Take and edit event photos for promotional use.
- Act as a liaison between the college, departments, and the Public Relations department.
- Manage student workers.
40% Assist with special projects for departments within the college:
- Accreditation preparation
- Special Events
- Organizing large-group travel
10% Other Duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- No prior experience required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong Interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Ability to present information clearly and concisely.
Preferred Experience:
- Higher Education
- Disciplines within the College of Liberal and Fine Arts
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge and understanding of university organization, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
- Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft applications and Microsoft Teams.
- Knowledge and proficiency in using Hootsuite or other social media management software.
- Knowledge and proficiency in Canva and Canto or other digital media management software.
- Knowledge and proficiency in WordPress or other website management software.
- Photography and photo editing
- Knowledge of AggieBuy and Concur/Emburse
Salary
Commensurate with experience
Salary Range
The target base annual salary range is $41,000.00 to $50,761.00 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.
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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