Inside Higher Ed is hiring: Specialist IV - Communication and Recruitment Specia

Overview

Specialist IV - Communication and Recruitment Specialist

Open Date: 09/15/2025 • Open Until Filled: Yes • FLSA Status: Non-Exempt • Department: Office of the Dean - College of Education • Division: Division of Academic Affairs

Educational and Experience Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in related field. Two years relevant specialist experience or experience in a related field. Certifications may be required. Experience in Higher Education and specialized work is desirable. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose Of Position

Performs specialized duties and support for the communication for the College of Education.

Primary Responsibilities

• Performs highly advanced specialist duties for the College of Education. Plans, develops, implements, coordinates and monitors programs or services related to recruitment and retention.
• Communicates regularly with the Associate Director of Recruitment and Retention.
• Responds to college-wide requests related to development of information related to outreach, recruitment and retention.
• Accounts for the execution and follow through of complex and technical responsibilities associated with outreach, recruitment and retention.
• Collects, reconciles, and maintains complex data, including undergraduate and graduate enrollment data and other information related to recruitment and retention.
• Monitors project timelines and identifies issues, as appropriate.
• Plans and coordinates outreach, recruitment and retention events.
• Develops, coordinates, and implements assigned processes to staff and students.
• Oversees website development, including dissemination of responsibilities to staff related to website development.
• Coordinates content for COE social media across platforms.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications

Requires demonstrated ability to establish congenial work relationships and to communicate effectively within department and workgroup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field; two years of relevant specialist experience or experience in a related field. Certifications may be required. Experience in Higher Education and specialized work is desirable. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Employment Type

• Full-time

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. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report