Tobacco Youth Prevention Program Specialist

San Marcos, TX Texas State University Tobacco Youth Prevention Program Specialist Posting Number:

2026570

Location:

San Marcos Department:

Texas School Safety Center Recruitment Type:

Open Recruiting Job Type:

Full-Time Monthly Salary:

$4,476.24 - $5,000.00

Job Category:

Exempt Required Qualifications:

Experience working in public health, education, or a related field Experience delivering presentations to youth in middle and/or high school Experience delivering presentations to adult audiences Experience developing creative content for educational purposes such as guides, flyers, infographics, toolkits, etc. Experience in tobacco prevention and/or substance use prevention programming

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree Experience working with youth-led programs and/or youth empowerment programs Experience working with middle school or high school-aged youth in a school setting Experience using popular social media platforms

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 Tobacco Youth Prevention Program Specialist will work closely with the Tobacco Youth Prevention Program Lead and the Youth Initiatives Coordinator to help implement the statewide tobacco youth prevention program known as Say What! Duties include developing youth-friendly resources, training, and educational materials regarding youth tobacco prevention.

This position will have the opportunity to research, develop, and deliver training curriculum and presentations (to be delivered in person, online, or through an online training module), technical assistance, and guidelines for best practices, and other resources focused specifically on engaging youth tobacco prevention. The position will require the development of these resources to be tailored for middle school and high school-aged youth, educators, parents, and community-based organizations. Responsibilities also include managing Say What! Teen Ambassadors and 1) develop and/or provide leadership and advocacy training, 2) host monthly meetings to provide guidance and technical assistance for service agreement completion and program objectives, 3) serve as a mentor to empower ambassadors to educate youth and adults about the importance of engaging young people in tobacco prevention.

This position requires the ability to multi-task, shift priorities, and work independently to move tasks forward. This position is also required to perform the specific duties and functions described below:

Job Duties:

Research and develop content for online and in-person training for both youth and adult audiences. Assist in the planning and implementation of Say What! Action Summits and Say What! Texas Tobacco-Free Conference including content, agendas, activities, resources, and training materials. Attend, staff, and lead Say What! Action Summits, Say What! Tobacco-Free Conference, and other tobacco prevention training and events. Assist with management and content development of the Say What! website (txsaywhat.com), Say What! member portal, and all Say What! social media platforms. Manage mini-grant kit resources and other educational resources, including content development, assembly, mail-out/distribution (which includes transporting materials and supplies, lifting items, boxes and equipment up to 20 pounds). Assist in recruiting new Say What! members. Provide follow-up, technical assistance, and guidance as necessary to Say What! member groups. Manage and mentor the statewide Say What! Teen Ambassadors, provide ongoing avenues for communication, leadership training, and technical assistance. Compile program reports to track deliverables. Reports are required monthly, annually and upon request by funder or Youth Initiatives Coordinator. Coordinate and report activities for Say What! Teen Ambassadors, Say What! member groups, Texas Tobacco-Free Kids Day, and other events as assigned. Manage tasks and work assignments effectively and maintain control over all responsibilities to ensure deadlines are successfully met within required timelines. Maintain knowledge and expertise on engaging youth in tobacco prevention as well as youth-adult partnerships. Assist Associate Director and Youth Initiatives Coordinator by conducting other duties as assigned. Additional Information to

Applicants:

Occasional overnight travel - 10% to 15% of the time Required to work hours other than 8:00-5:00 as necessary, including occasional weekends Grant-funded program is currently supported through August 31, 2027, with strong potential for renewal. This position is based in San Marcos, TX. If selected for an interview, it will be conducted in person. Applicants selected for an interview will be required to present a 10-15-minute presentation about a youth tobacco prevention topic/issue. The presentation should be intended for a youth audience.

Job Open Date:

06/04/2026

Job Close Date:

06/24/2026

Open Until Filled:

No Normal Work Days:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Normal Work Hours Start:

8:00

AM Normal Work Hours End:

5:00

PM 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/57167 For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/57167 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.

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