San Marcos, TX Texas State University Senior Coordinator, Student Government Posting Number:

2027026

Location:

San Marcos Department:

Student Involvement & Engagement Recruitment Type:

Open Recruiting Job Type:

Full-Time Monthly Salary:

$4,483.00-$4,833.33

Job Category:

Exempt Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in higher education administration, or a related field such as counseling, student personnel, or leadership studies. Ability to lead and advise students leaders effectively. Ability to develop and lead teams, create and manage budgets, develop and execute fundraising efforts, plan strategically, assess and evaluate programs and services. Understanding of and vision for the important role student government plays in promoting an engaged student body. Demonstrated ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with students, faculty, staff, administrators, and external stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in higher education administration, or a related field such as counseling, student personnel, or leadership studies. Previous experience advising a student government association, student governing body, or similarly complex student-led organization. Experience working within a large state institution and collaborating with senior university leadership. Experience navigating organizational politics and advising student leaders in highly visible leadership roles. The Senior Coordinator for Student Government is a member of the Leadership & Service unit within the Department of Student Involvement & Engagement. This position serves as the primary advisor to Student Government (SG) and provides leadership development, organizational advising, and administrative support to each of SG's branches and services. The position reports directly to the Leadership & Service unit lead and maintains a close collaborative relationship with the Executive Director for Student Involvement & Engagement to ensure alignment with departmental priorities, university initiatives, and student success outcomes. The Senior Coordinator works closely with student leaders, university administrators, faculty, and staff to foster meaningful student engagement, effective governance, and student leadership development.

Job Duties:

The Senior Coordinator for Student Government in the department of Student Involvement & Engagement is responsible for: Serve as primary advisor to Student Government, provide advising support to the Executive Cabinet and Judicial and Legislative Branches. Advising may include, but is not limited to, leadership development, training and development, transition planning, risk management, programming and logistics of events, recruitment and retention, evaluation of programs, and other tasks as required by the student position, group, or department. Co-advise the Student Body President, Vice President, and Chief of Staff alongside the Executive Director for Student Involvement & Engagement. Regularly attend a variety of weekly meetings and events with student leaders, some of which are held after regular business hours. Assist with the programming and other initiatives associated with Student Government, SGA Committees, Freshman Council, and other Student Government services. Support students with policy compliance, risk management, budget management, and other organizational oversight needs. Build and maintain productive relationships with university administrators, faculty, staff, and student leaders to support effective shared governance and student advocacy. Maintain regular communication and collaboration with Graduate House and Texas State - Round Rock student leaders, advisors, and support staff. Use assessment data and feedback from students and university stakeholders to continuously improve programs to meet current student needs. Prepare student leaders to travel to and serve on system-wide boards and committees. Maintain regular communication and collaboration with the Leadership & Service unit lead and the Executive Director for Student Involvement & Engagement regarding Student Government operations, emerging student issues, university initiatives, and student leadership development opportunities. May supervise graduate or undergraduate student workers. Serve as a member of the Leadership & Service unit and contribute to departmental initiatives, programs, assessment efforts, and strategic priorities within Student Involvement & Engagement. Additional Information to

Applicants:

Job Open Date:

09/22/2026

Job Close Date:

10/12/2026

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:

Applicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system.

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/58413 "">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58413 For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9845334 "">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58413 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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