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 202500288S Title Specialist III - Admissions Specialist FLSA status Non-Exempt Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade 6. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdfOccupational Category Technical/Para-Professional Department Admissions Processing Division Division of Enrollment Open Date 09/12/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement Associates degree in related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Three years related experience or experience in a related field. Certifications may be required. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered. Nature & Purpose of Position Perform advanced specialist and supervisory program work for the Admissions customer service and processing teams. Primary Responsibilities Performs specialist duties. Oversees the work of Administrative Associate I and assigned student staff (customer service and processing teams). Responsible for hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, supervising and reviewing student employees when necessary. Plans, develops, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates services. Responsible for translating the goals and values of the university to all categories of prospective students. Participates in activities involving the projection of the university’s image to the public. Assists in developing policies and interprets policies and procedures. Compiles, tracks, and reviews data and reports on the effectiveness of services. Prepares, reviews, revises and distributes documents and correspondence. May be responsible for planning, directing, supervising, and participating in special projects. Receives, directs, and provides work units, students and the general public with routine information. Assists the Processing team with special tasks as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned. Other Specifications Requires a general knowledge of standard office functions. Requires good knowledge of procedures and practices. Must be able to use standard office software. Must be able to apply policies and procedures and solve routine problems of a repetitive nature. Full Time Part Time Full Time Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/44867 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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