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Grant Coordinator

🇺🇸 Seguin, Texas 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $46K 💻 Academic Advising 🗓️ October 2nd, 2026

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Texas State University is hiring a Grant Coordinator for its Talent Search program, a grant-funded college access program for students in grades 6 to 12. The coordinator supports program recruitment and service delivery at the program's target schools, with the position based in Seguin, Texas. It reports to the Talent Search Director and helps students move toward high school graduation and college enrollment.

Highlights
  • Complete annual Individual Service Plans and Needs Assessments for new and continuing participants
  • Develop co-curricular programming for students and parents, including workshops, trips, and events
  • Oversee weekly academic tutoring schedules and report on participant progress and academic performance
  • Provide college admission and financial aid information and make sure seniors take the steps toward graduation and enrollment
  • Maintain participant files and student database records, and monitor outcome objectives for annual performance reports
  • Build outreach networks with target-area communities and schools
  • Hold a bachelor's degree in education, counseling, social work, psychology, public administration, or a related field
  • Prefer a master's degree, bilingual Spanish skills, and 2 years of academic advising and college preparation experience
  • Earn $3,833.33 per month, about $46,000 per year, in a full-time exempt role
  • Work in Seguin with occasional travel to San Marcos, and some evening and weekend work; the role depends on continued grant funding

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Grant Coordinator
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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.
Posting Information
 Posting Information 
Posting Number  | 2027049
Posting/Functional Title  | Grant Coordinator
University Pay Plan Title  | Grant Coordinator
Location  | San Marcos, Other - Seguin Texas
Department  | Talent Search - Sequin
Recruitment Type  | Open Recruiting
Job Type  | Full-Time
Funding Source  | Grant
Monthly Salary  | $3,833.33
Job Category  | Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.  | 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
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)  |
Open Until Filled  | Yes
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.
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
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