Student Development Specialist II A&M System Member : Texas A&M University Department : Memorial Student Center Student Programs Job Category : Other or Not Specified Job Type : Staff Location : College Station/Bryan Proposed Minimum Salary : $3,042.67 monthly Job Requisition Number : R-002734 Security Sensitive? : Yes Job Title Student Development Specialist II Agency Texas A&M University Department Memorial Student Center Student Programs Proposed Minimum Salary $3,042.67 monthly Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description The Student Development Specialist II, under supervision, serves as the advisor responsible for a student-driven committee providing entertainment programming (music concerts, comedy concerts, etc.) that targets Texas A&M University students. The SDS II provides professional and specialized skills for planning, developing, implementing, and managing student development programs and activities. This position also serves as the advisor for one additional MSC student committee (tbd). Occasional nights and weekends are required. Required Education and Experience: * Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. * One year of experience in student affairs work or related specialty. Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Must be able to communicate with a broad range of people, both verbally and in writing. * Ability to use word processing, spreadsheet and database programs. * Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. * Basic familiarity with current social media. Other Requirements or Other Factors: * Must be able to communicate effectively with and motivate a broad range of people, conceptualize the program production/student development processes and integrate them in fulfillment of the goals of the MSC, be a creative problem solver dedicated to the institution and the college union concept, act as a positive role model and demonstrate good judgment, and have sufficient energy level to sustain long hours required of job. Preferred Education and Experience: * Master's degree in Student Affairs, counseling, or related field * Significant experience in concert management with particular skills in concert budget management and attention to detail. Experience in working with student committees in a program production setting. Preferred Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Budgeting, fundraising, organizational skills, volunteer training and management, student development theory and practice; understanding and appreciation of contract negotiation and programming management. * Knowledge of the MSC and TAMU surrounding community, relationship with community organizations. Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the supervisor advises MSC Town Hall Committee, responsible for entertainment programming that primarily targets Texas A&M University students. Ensures the programs and activities produced in the name of the Memorial Student Center meet the mission of the organization and contribute to the role and scope of the University and reflect positively on its image. * Utilizes educational knowledge, professional and specialized skills to plan, implement, manage and assess student development programs, activities and/or services. Through these programs, the advisor teaches, prepares and assists students in their development of committee goals and the creation, administration and evaluation of various student programs and activities which contribute to the learning environment and the overall quality of student life. * Educates students on how to fulfill their responsibilities in the following areas: program conceptualization, promotion, production, evaluation, personnel selection, training, motivation, management, fiscal accountability, budget planning, marketing research, fundraising, interpersonal and leadership skill development, goal setting, and decision making. * Assists the committee executive team in building relationships and identifying collaborative opportunities within the MSC and with outside entertainment-related organizations and other student organizations. * Builds and maintains relationships with former MSC Town Hall members, the Association of Former Students, academic departments on campus, and other individuals and constituencies relevant to the committee mission and purpose. * Meets routinely with members, meeting weekly with the chair and executive members. Negotiates, develops and oversees the execution of contracts with artists, facilities, services and other aspects of the production of events. Works with his/her support staff and students to coordinate performer(s) arrival and departure as well as any special needs requested by contract. * Reviews all marketing and advertising plans. * Oversees events and seek to assure the safety and welfare of the participants. * Attends executive and general committee retreats each semester. * Assists committees in developing new programming areas.
• Primary liaison to University Center Special Events and Reed Arena staff relative to Town Hall programs. * Oversees budget development and daily expenditures. * Advises students in relation to career choice, academic problems, and interpersonal skill development. * Instructs students as to university and MSC policies and procedures. * Assists students in their individual growth through observation, feedback, and the application of student development theory. * Serves as a role model, mentor, and source of support. * Attends meetings of the Program Approval Team and Committee Advancement Team on Monday evenings as necessary. * Under the direction of the supervisor, the advisor to committee ensures the programs and activities produced in the name of the Memorial Student Center, meet the mission of the organization and contribute to the role and scope of the University and reflect positively on its image. * Utilizes their educational knowledge, professional, and specialized skills to plan, develop, implement, and manage student development programs, activities, and/or services, that teach, prepare, and assist students in their development and committee goals of creating, administering, and evaluating various student programs and activities, which contribute to the learning environment and the overall quality of student life. * Educates students, under the direction of the supervisor, on how to fulfill their responsibilities in the following areas: program conceptualization, promotion, production, evaluation, personnel selection, training, motivation, management, fiscal accountability, budget planning, marketing research, fund-raising, interpersonal and leadership skill development, goal setting, and decision making. * The advisor will assist the committees executive team in building relationships and identifying collaborative opportunities within the MSC and with outside organizations and/or other student organizations. * Builds and maintains relationships with the Association of Former Students, academic departments on campus, and other individuals and constituencies relevant to the committees mission and purpose. * Meets routinely with members, weekly meetings with Chair and the executive members. * Negotiates, develops, and oversees the execution of contracts with speakers, facilities, services, and other aspects in production of events. The advisor should work with her or his support staff and students to coordinate guest(s) arrival and departure as well as any special needs requested via the contract. * Reviews all marketing and advertising plans. * Attends meetings of the Program Approval Team and Committee Advancement Team on Monday evenings as necessary. * Contributes to MSC organizational meetings including, but not limited to, advisors meetings, advisors retreats, and all-staff meetings, as well as division staff meetings. * Submits monthly reports, year-end evaluations, and maintain comprehensive files and records. * Learns, understands, teaches, and utilizes the departments fund accounting software and events management systems to track and maintain committee expenditures and programs. * Liaisons with appropriate university staff and serves on committees as needed. * Specifically serves as departmental representative on one Division of Student Affairs committee. * Adheres to University policy and procedures. * May attend or present at local/regional conferences and campus student organization meetings. * May be called upon to serve on various Division of Student Affairs programs and/or University task forces that relate to issues concerning students. * Pursues opportunities for professional growth and development that will further enhance personal and professional skills related to this position. * Performs other duties as assigned. 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. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.