| Location | Huntsville, TX |
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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 202600325S Title Coordinator III - Educational Program Coordinator FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 12. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf.
Occupational Category Professional Department GCOM Educational Affairs Division Division of Academic Affairs Open Date 10/13/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement
Bachelor's degree in related field. Three years of experience in a related field. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Serves the Sam Houston State University (SHSU) Russell & Glenda Gordy College of Osteopathic Medicine (GCOM) by collaborating with faculty during the educational process to receive resources, support, and information required to manage their curriculum to promote medical student development. Works to ensure course stability, data management, communications, and departmental standard operating procedures.
Primary Responsibilities
Performs advanced coordinator duties. Oversees the day-to-day operations of educational programming including course coordination and serves as a liaison between students, faculty, and staff across the program. Prepares, distributes, and tracks educational materials and assignments. Manages education related correspondence. Assists in coordinating details for pre-clerkship or clerkship course activities. Provides support for the curriculum mapping process and audits data as necessary. Assists with the uploading and organization of materials in the curriculum management system and manages other educational needs. Functions as a resource to the Course/Clerkship Director and/or invited presenters to ensure seamless delivery of the curricular experience. Develops and implements processes and procedures to streamline and enhance educational support services. Supports faculty use of the Learning Management Software (LMS) and tracks student engagement across the curriculum. Ensures online course materials meet college design standards. Coordinates and manages the use and access of educational software. Monitors student academic progress and coordinates degree audits with college partners across offered programs. Effectively communicates resources, policies, and guidelines to staff, faculty, and students. Participates in the planning and support of faculty and student events, including trainings. Supports and trains faculty and student use of educational technologies. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Ability to communicate and work with administration, faculty, staff, and students. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Requires detailed knowledge of university infrastructure, policies, and procedures. Requires thorough knowledge of office systems. Must have the ability to solve operational problems and make suggestions for process improvement. Demonstrates personal initiative and leadership abilities to deal with a rapidly changing environment. Proficient in computer and software skills and familiarity with Learning Management Systems. Excellent organizational and time management skills - ability to multi-task and complete work in required timelines. Strong team player.
Full Time Part Time Full Time Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/48921
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.
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