Grant Coordinator

• Bachelor's degree required in education, counseling, social work, psychology, public administration, or a related field.
• Direct experience in providing academic support, academic advising, college application assistance, career exploration, economic literacy, and/or financial aid application assistance, specifically with high school or college students.
• Experience managing small to mid-sized budgets, supervising student staff or tutors, and maintaining accurate participant records.
• Experience developing programs, events, trips, and workshops for students.
• Experience providing academic advising services and college, career, financial aid, and economic literacy information to an assigned caseload of secondary school students (grades 6-12).
• Effective writing and speaking skills.
• Experience with computer software (Microsoft suite) and database management platforms.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work or a related field.
• Experience in planning educational and/or cultural trips.
• 2 years experience with academic advising, college, and career preparation, and the college exploration/application process.
• Experience facilitating students/parents through the college admission and financial aid process.
• Bilingual (Spanish) speaking/writing.

Job Description:

This is a grant funded position. Continuation of this position is contingent upon grant funding. Reports to the Talent Search Director.

The Grant Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Program Director and Program Coordinator with program recruitment and service delivery for program participants in the 6th to 12th grades at the program's target schools.

Position located in Seguin, Texas with occasional travel to the Texas State University campus in San Marcos, Texas.

Evening and weekend work may be required.

Job Duties:

• Assist with project recruitment.
• Complete Individual Service Plans (ISP) and Needs Assessments annually for new and continuing participants.
• Develop and implement innovative co-curricular programming for students and parents/guardians including workshops, trips, and events.
• Develop and oversee academic tutoring schedules for students to adhere to on a weekly basis. Ensure students effectively utilize tutoring services provided and communicate needs from tutors as appropriate.
• Oversee the assessment and reporting of participant progress, personal growth, and academic performance.
• Provide college admission and financial aid process information. Ensure that senior participants take appropriate steps toward high school graduation and college enrollment.
• Assist project director in maintenance of participant files and project-specific documentation to ensure all appropriate services and contacts are entered into the student database; verify promotion, retention, and graduation of all current participants.
• Assist with pre and post evaluations for participants and parents/guardians.
• Monitor outcome objectives, collect data, and assist in preparing annual performance reports/other reports as assigned.
• Develop and maintain professional outreach networks within target area communities and schools, serving as a liaison and point of contact as needed.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to promote personal and professional growth.
• Conduct other duties as assigned.

Additional Information to Applicants:

Please include a cover letter that addresses how you meet the required and preferred qualifications in the order in which they are listed in this job posting.

Job Open Date: 10/01/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM

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.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

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 Link: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58645

Organization

Texas State University seeks candidates whose professional background includes embracing a diversity of people and ideas, a spirit of inclusiveness, a global perspective, and a commitment to community-building. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution, we are especially interested in applicants who share a commitment to equity, and the high-quality education of students from historically underserved and systematically marginalized communities. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

About Texas State University

Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.

Students at Texas State choose from 98 undergraduate, 91 master's and specialists, and 14 doctoral programs offered by 10 colleges (Applied Arts, The Emmett and Miriam McCoy College of Business Administration, Education, Fine Arts and Communication, Health Professions, Honors, Liberal Arts, Science and Engineering, The Graduate College, and the University College). With a diverse campus community including 50% of the student body from ethnic minorities, Texas State is one of the top 13 producers of Hispanic baccalaureate graduates in the nation. In fall 2019, there were 1,470 full-time faculty and 2,286 full-time staff. Research and creative activities have led to growing success in attracting external support. For FY 2019, Texas State had an annual operating budget of over $724 million. Texas State's Research and Development expenditures for FY 2018 were more than $64 million. The Alkek Library has more than 3.1 million titles in its collection. Additional information about Texas State and its nationally recognized academic programs is available at www.txstate.edu.

Mission

Texas State University is a doctoral-granting, student-centered institution dedicated to excellence and innovation in teaching, research, including creative expression, and service. The university strives to create new knowledge, to embrace a diversity of people and ideas, to foster cultural and economic development, and to prepare its graduates to participate fully and freely as citizens of Texas, the nation and the world.

Locations

Texas State's San Marcos campus is located in a growing community of 63,000 people in the Austin Metropolitan Area. Located in the Texas Hill Country, where blackland prairies roll into beautiful hills, Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and oak trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides recreational activities for students throughout the year.

The Texas State Round Rock Campus is located north of Austin in Round Rock, TX. The Round Rock Campus offers the junior and senior level classes to complete a bachelor's degree, graduate degrees, post baccalaureate certification, and continuing education programs. The university's vision for Round Rock is to continue to offer quality academic programs that meet the workforce needs of Texas, especially focusing on academic programs that appeal to working adults, and to serve as a hub of health professions research and education.

Some positions may require teaching on the main campus and at the Texas State University Round Rock Campus.

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to inclusive thought and action in support of our diverse community. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

Texas State University is a member of The Texas State University System.

Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles.