INTEGRATED ACADEMIC SUPPORT SPECIALIST at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

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The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is hiring an Integrated Academic Support Specialist. This role involves planning, developing, and executing initiatives to improve academic outcomes for students, coordinating daily activities of projects, collaborating with stakeholders, and providing recommendations for ongoing improvement within the Writing Center department.

Highlights

Develop and implement projects to improve student learning outcomes in assigned disciplines.

Collaborate with stakeholders to support Student Success goals and initiatives.

Research higher education trends to identify best practices for academic success.

Collect and analyze student performance data to guide future planning.

Provide faculty with feedback on assignment design and instructional best practices.

Organize and lead workshops, seminars, and presentations for faculty, staff, and students.

Compile resource materials and utilize technology to support learning improvement.

Maintain records and reports related to initiatives and project outcomes.

Bachelor’s degree in a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.

Experience working with higher education student populations required; teaching, tutoring, bilingual student support, and workshop design experience preferred.

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat necessary.

Full-time, non-exempt position with salary commensurate with experience.

Direct supervision of assigned staff and general supervision from assigned supervisor.

INTEGRATED ACADEMIC SUPPORT SPECIALIST Full Description

Office Location
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539

Edinburg: (956)665-2451
Brownsville: (956) 882-8205

Office hours:
Monday-Friday
8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.

Staff Recruitment: [email protected]

School of Medicine Recruitment: [email protected]

Graduate Assistantships: [email protected]

Faculty Recruitment:
College of Engineering & Computer Science: [email protected]

Robert C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship: [email protected]

College of Sciences Office of the Dean: [email protected]

College of Education and P-16 Integration: [email protected]

College of Fine Arts: [email protected]

College of Liberal Arts: [email protected]

Website: https://careers.utrgv.edu

INTEGRATED ACADEMIC SUPPORT SPECIALIST

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Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: *Date of Birth *Social Security Number *Gender *Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956)665-8880 and/or [email protected].

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number	SRGV9171
Working Title	INTEGRATED ACADEMIC SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Number of Vacancies	1
Location	Edinburg, Texas
Department	Writing Center
FTE	1.0
FLSA	Non-Exempt
Scope of Job	To plan, develop, and execute initiatives and projects designed to improve academic/learning outcomes for students in the assigned discipline(s). Responsible for coordinating and carrying out the day-to-day activities of assigned initiatives or projects, identifying relevant stakeholders and collaborative partners, and making recommendations for future planning and innovation.
Description of Duties	Serves as part of a Student Success interdepartmental team to develop and implement high-quality initiatives or projects to improve academic/learning outcomes in the relevant discipline(s). Collaborates with relevant stakeholders and partners to promote the mission, goals, and objectives of the related Student Success unit(s) and departmental partners. Researches local, state, and national trends in higher education to guide work and identify best practices for the development and improvement of student learning and academic success in relevant discipline(s). Collects and analyzes departmental student performance data to recommend modifications and facilitate future planning and innovation. Provides feedback to faculty and Student Success stakeholders on assignment design and educates campus partners on best practices in instruction, feedback, and assessment. Organizes, supports, and/or, when appropriate, leads faculty, staff, and tutor development workshops based on student and faculty needs. Organizes, leads, or supervises relevant seminars, workshops, and presentations for different student populations. Compiles and develops resource materials based on student and faculty needs. Researches and utilizes appropriate technologies to support improved learning outcomes. Maintains, prepares, and submits a variety of records and reports, including researched initiative and project proposals, initiative and project participation and attendance, presentation and workshop outlines and materials, and assessment measures and outcomes. Engages in on-going professional development and training as required by the relevant Student Success unit. Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received	General supervision from assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given	Direct supervision of assigned staff.
Required Education	Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline from an accredited university.
Preferred Education	Master’s degree in a related discipline from an accredited university.
Licenses/Certifications	None.
Required Experience	One (1) year of experience working with student populations in a higher education setting, OR Six (6) months of experience working with student populations in a higher education setting and a Master’s degree in a related discipline.
Preferred Experience	Experience in teaching, tutoring, or presentation and workshop design and implementation; experience working with bilingual students; experience performing tasks related to the duties stated.
Equipment	Use of standard office equipment.
Working Conditions	Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. General office, classroom, or outside environment. Some travel, weekend, and/or evening work may be required. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Initiatives or projects may require local or distant travel.
Other	Knowledge of how to work with diverse student populations; ability to interact in a professional manner with faculty, staff, students, and the public; excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to manage time effectively and balance projects; proficiency in computer applications, to include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat; and strong collaboration and teamwork skills. Must demonstrate effective project management skills and the ability to develop and maintain strong working relations with internal and external partners.
Physical Capabilities	N/A
Employment Category	Full-Time
Minimum Salary	Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary	Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date	09/30/2026
Grant Funded Position	No
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Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement	It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants	Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: Date of Birth Social Security Number Gender Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956)665-8880 and/or [email protected].
Additional Information	UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need. All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered. Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of Human Resources.
Quick Link	https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/52687

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Are you a current UTRGV employee?
- Yes
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Please select your highest level of completed education.
- 6th grade education
- 10th grade education
- High School Diploma or GED
- Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours
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Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Curriculum Vitae
Unofficial Transcripts
Reference Letter 1
Reference Letter 2
Reference Letter 3
Certifications and Licenses
Other Document
List of 3 References
Unofficial Transcripts 2
Unofficial Transcripts 3
Letter of Interest
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