Training Specialist

Type: Open Recruiting Job Type: Full-Time Monthly Salary: $4,250.00-$5,500.00 Job Category: Exempt Required Qualifications: Experience working in the field of public health, mental health, education and/or a related field Experience developing educational materials for youth and/or adult audiences Experience writing content for trainings, presentations, and/or promotions Experience creating supplemental resources like toolkits, lesson plans, infographics, and/or guides Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree Experience developing online educational training Demonstrated understanding of program evaluation Job Description: The Texas School Safety Center (TxSSC) is an official university-level research center at Texas State University. The TxSSC is tasked in Chapter 37 of the Texas Education Code and the Governor's Homeland Security Strategic Plan with key school safety initiatives and mandates. The TxSSC serves as the clearinghouse for the dissemination of safety and security information through research, training, and technical assistance for K-12 schools and junior colleges throughout the state of Texas. As a result, Texas has become a national leader in school safety practices and is relied upon for assistance and guidance from jurisdictions throughout the nation. The Training Specialist will work closely with the Youth Initiatives Coordinator of the Texas School Safety Center (TxSSC) to develop and implement online training curriculum for the Texas E-Cigarette and Tobacco Awareness Program (ETAP) and the Youth School Safety (YSS) Program. ETAP is the state mandated course for individuals under the age of 21 who are cited for possession of tobacco products, including e-cigarettes. This online course meets the requirements of Section 161.253, Texas Health and Safety Code, funded by Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). YSS is funded through state legislative appropriations for school safety as outlined in Chapter 37 of the Texas Education Code. Curriculum for these programs will be delivered through online training modules and focus on preventing youth tobacco and other drug use, teen mental health, school campus safety, and more. This position will have the opportunity to research, develop, and maintain training curriculum, provide technical assistance, and assist in the development and maintenance of a Youth School Safety Learning Portal. The position will require the development of these training modules to be tailored for youth, educators, administrators, additional school personnel, and parent and community-based organizations. This position allows for considerable independent judgment, initiative, and action within the program. This position requires outstanding writing skills, critical thinking skills, excellent customer service, high attention to detail, organizational skills, enthusiastic professionalism, and the ability to manage multiple tasks at the same time. Job Duties: Work closely with the Youth Initiatives Coordinator and IT staff to develop and maintain a Youth School Safety Learning Portal. Work closely with the Youth Initiatives Coordinator to research and develop content for current and future online training courses for ETAP. Work closely with the Youth Initiatives Coordinator and YSS program staff to develop online training courses for the YSS Program. Develop training materials, educational toolkits, and additional educational resources for both youth and adult audiences to be used in current and future ETAP and YSS online training courses. Develop marketing plans to promote existing and future ETAP courses through targeted outreach. Provide technical assistance to end users and key stakeholders of ETAP. Key stakeholders include judges, court personnel, school-based law enforcement, and school administrators. Work closely with IT staff to troubleshoot end user issues as well as design layout of ETAP and YSS online training courses. Work closely with the video production specialist to develop and produce educational videos for youth and adult audiences for ETAP and YSS online training courses. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual program summary reports to meet ETAP and YSS reporting requirements and deadlines. Using developed reports, conduct data analysis for ETAP program development and funder review. Maintain knowledge and expertise on school safety topics including teen mental health, tobacco and substance use prevention, and violence prevention. Perform other duties as assigned. Additional Information to Applicants: Required to work hours other than 8:00 – 5:00 as necessary, including occasional weekends. Applicants must submit a writing sample that depicts their knowledge and expertise in creating educational content. Examples can include lesson plans, training outlines, training modules, supplemental educational resources, etc. Job Open Date: 09/17/2026 Job Close Date: 10/07/2026 Open Until Filled: No Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM 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. 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. Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58487 "">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58487 For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9837194 "">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58487 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340. About Texas State and San Marcos: Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. 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 pecan 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 outdoor recreational activities throughout the year. Why work @ Texas State? • Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents! • Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more! • Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program • Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses • An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus • Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation. je-930cebbea9aa44d59b5f462868a67fd9