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.
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 202500295S Title Coordinator IV - COE Community Liaison (Part time, Temporary) FLSA status Non-Exempt Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade 15. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.This is a part-time, hourly, grant-funded, temporary, non-benefits eligible position, working 19 hours or less per week expected to end on or before 05/31/2026. Specific hours and workdays to be determined. Continuation of the position is contingent upon continued funding. Occupational Category Professional Department Office of the Dean - College of Education Division Division of Academic Affairs Open Date 09/18/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field. Minimum of 4 years of experience in K–12 education, preferably in teaching, mentoring, or administrative roles. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered. Nature & Purpose of Position Performs highly complex administrative and supervisory program work for the College of Education at Sam Houston State University ensuring high-quality support for pre-service teacher candidates placed within the district, as well as first-year teachers entering the profession through our programs.
This is a part-time, hourly, grant-funded, temporary, non-benefits eligible position, working 19 hours or less per week expected to end on or before 05/31/2026. Specific hours and workdays to be determined. Continuation of the position is contingent upon continued funding. Primary Responsibilities Serves as a central point of contact between the College of Education and Huntsville ISD. Assists the Director of Innovative Partnerships in the coordination and scheduling of mentoring activities and community-based events within the district. Provides connection and opportunities for SHSU teacher candidates and novice teachers to engage within the community. Attends relevant district and college meetings to ensure alignment of expectations and initiatives. Supports the development and implementation of joint professional learning opportunities. Provides regular updates and reports to College of Education leadership. Works closely with the COE Director of Innovative Partnerships, teacher candidates, novice teachers, and district personnel to support a growing partnership for community engagement between the SHSU College of Education and Huntsville ISD. Performs other related duties as assigned. Other Specifications Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across institutions. Familiarity with teacher preparation programs and field-based experiences. Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws. Ability to supervise business functions. Communicates with other university departments, personnel, and other agencies. Full Time Part Time Part Time Temporary Position Number 4N2299 Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/44908 EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. 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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