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Posting Information

Posting Number2025647

Posting/Functional TitleAssociate Director, New Student & Family Experiences

University Pay Plan TitleAssoc Dir, New Student & Family Experiences

LocationSan Marcos

DepartmentNew Student & Family Experiences

Recruitment TypeOpen Recruiting

Job TypeFull-Time

Funding SourcePermanent

Monthly Salary$6,166 - $6,666

Job CategoryExempt

Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.

+ Minimum of three years of progressive experience in higher education, with a focus on transfer, orientation, retention, or student transition programming.

+ Experience supervising student staff.

+ Demonstrated experience coordinating programs for college students.

+ Strong organizational, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

+ Ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate across departments.

+ Masters Degree required.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Five or more years of progressive experience in higher education, with a focus on transfer, orientation, retention, or student transition programming at a large, public university.

+ Experience supervising at least one full-time employee.

+ Experience implementing transition programs.

+ Experience working with or leading transfer-specific initiatives .

Job Description

Responsible for providing leadership and coordination of programs and

services that promote student success, retention, and overall

engagement.

Job Duties

Parent and Family Programs (40%)

+ Collaborate with the Director to set the vision and strategy for the university’s family experience offerings

+ Serve as a liaison between the institution and families to support success, retention, and belonging.

+ Assess family-specific needs and oversee appropriate outreach, programming, and engagement initiatives

+ Design and implement initiatives that foster engagement and communication between families and the university community.

+ Serve as the department lead for family-conscious programming.

+ Develop and implement a development plan directed at parents and families.

+ Develop and manage budgets for family programming initiatives.

Transfer Student Initiatives (30%)

+ Collaborate with the Director to set the vision and strategy for the university’s transfer student experience.

+ Serve as the department lead for transfer-conscious programming, ensuring initiatives are responsive to the unique needs of transfer students.

+ Assess transfer-specific needs and design appropriate outreach, programming, and engagement initiatives.

+ Strategically partner with enrollment management and co-enrollment partners to develop clear pathways and resources for students to successfully on-board Texas State.

+ Lead coordination of transfer student appreciation initiatives and community-building programs.

Digital Onboarding and Transition (20%)

+ Oversee the transition experience for all students including oversight for Welcome Week, Digital On-boarding, and spring kick off events.

+ Design, oversee and update digital on-boarding annually to reflect current needs and goals, and ensure timely communication and completion of modules.

Administrative Leadership (10%)

+ Supervise a Senior Coordinator for Family Experiences and a Coordinator for Welcome Experiences.

+ Serve as a member of the departmental leadership team to assist in making comprehensive decisions that impact the new student and family experience.

Additional Information to Applicants

Job Open Date07/23/2025

Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)08/01/2025

Open Until FilledNo

Normal Work Days

Normal Work Hours Start8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End5:00PM

Posting Notices

Legal and Required Notices

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Why Choose Texas State University?

Join the Texas State Bobcat team and experience a career that offers more than just a job—it’s a path to a brighter future. As a Texas State employee, you’ll enjoy:

Exceptional Benefits:Comprehensive health insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees and 50% for dependents, starting on your first day.

Generous Time Off:Enjoy vacation, holidays, sick leave, and more to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Wellness and Balance:Access a FREE wellness program, plus mother and family-friendly resources to support your personal well-being.

Professional Growth:Explore a wide range of training, development courses, certifications, and educational support programs.

Welcoming Campus:Become part of a vibrant Bobcat community with numerous social and professional networks.

Tuition Benefits:Take advantage of tuition support for yourself and for your dependent children, making higher education more accessible for your family.

Retirement Security:Secure your future with TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary savings options with strong employer contributions.

At Texas State University, you’re not just an employee—you’re a valued member of a thriving and beautiful campus community. Start your journey with us today.https://www.hr.txst.edu/benefits.html

Quick Linkhttps://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/53673

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