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Sam Houston State

Specialist III - Student Engagement and Program Coordinator

Sam Houston State, Huntsville, Texas, us, 77344


Requisition: 202400371S

Occupational Category (Staff Positions Only): Technical/Para-Professional

Hiring Salary: Monthly-Staff

Department: Alumni Relations & Annual Giving

General Requirements:

Associates degree in a related field. Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, or related field preferred. Three years of program development, marketing, promotions, campus-wide programming in a student-oriented environment, or related experience. Knowledge of University alumni relations and database management is preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties:

Coordinates, markets, and implements campus events, activities, and membership drives to engage students and encourage participation actively. Oversees and directs all aspects of the Student Alumni Association ( SAA ) and builds a strong, cohesive leadership team to facilitate student engagement. Facilitates relationship building with students to transition them through the student-to-alumni life cycle.

Primary Responsibilities (Staff Positions Only):

Creates, implements, leads, and coordinates all aspects of a university-wide student engagement program, student and family member programs, student/alumni mentor programs, and philanthropic and community service programs. Leads courses of action and implements proposed solutions that increase student engagement aligned to the Office of Alumni Relations & Annual Giving engagement outcomes and the university strategic plan. Oversees the Alumni Association scholarship program for students and provides direct guidance and support for the Alumni Association Board of Directors scholarship committee. Provides a seamless transition from student to alumni following graduation. Works under the direction of the Director of Alumni Membership & Engagement to coordinate the ring program to include ring sales and ceremonies. Develops, coordinates, and markets student engagement programs, events, and activities throughout the year. Works closely with campus partners to provide student/alumni mentoring, leadership activities, and programming. Works closely with the Student Giving Program through the Office of Annual Giving Office to enhance synergy for both programs. Performs other related duties as assigned.