Coordinator IV - RPED Grant, Project Coordinator IV (full time, temporary)

Posting Details Come and join the Bearkat community! Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging. SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs. Posting Information This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Requisition 202600094S Title Coordinator

IV - RPED

Grant, Project Coordinator IV (full time, temporary) FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade 15. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf. This is a full-time, temporary, benefits eligible, grant funded position expected to end on or before 09/30/2028. Continuation of this position is contingent upon continued funding. Occupational Category Professional Department Office of the Dean - College of Education Division Division of Academic Affairs Open Date 04/17/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement Bachelor's degree in a related field. Master's degree preferred. Four years of experience in a related field. Four years of teaching preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered. Nature & Purpose of Position Performs highly complex administrative and supervisory program work coordinating activities for Rural Postsecondary and Economic Development (RPED) program to support individuals with disabilities transitioning to college and employment. This is a full-time, temporary, benefits eligible, grant funded position expected to end on or before 09/30/2028. Continuation of this position is contingent upon continued funding. Primary Responsibilities Oversees, builds, and maintains positive partnerships with education service centers, local education agencies, institutions of higher education, and businesses and organizations related to the implementation of the Rural Postsecondary and Economic Development (RPED) program to support individuals with disabilities transitioning to college and employment. Includes travel. Identifies and communicates with students with disabilities and their families as potential program participants. Collaborates with the Director to develop and implement streamlined processes to transition from the identification of potential program participants to enrolled/ graduated/ employed participants. Develops, coordinates, implements, and oversees the implementation of services for individuals with disabilities to facilitate them successfully through the program. Develops, designs, and oversees the implementation of on-site and virtual training opportunities for program participants. Oversees the development of instructional design blackboard modules. Designs and oversees the implementation of participant assessments, individualized plans, and training for program participants. Collects and analyzes data, track metrics, and develops process improvement strategies. Confers with the director and staff regarding program issues. Develops and implements solutions. Recommends program guidelines, procedures, policies, rules, and regulations. Oversees the developments of recruitment materials and program resources. Performs other related duties as assigned. Other Specifications Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws. Ability to supervise business functions. Communicates with other university departments, personnel, and other agencies. Full Time Part Time Full Time Temporary Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/46913 EEO Statement 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