Coordinator III - Certification Officer

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 S Title Coordinator III
- Certification Officer FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade 12. Please see Pay Grade Table at:
https://pa-hrsuit Occupational Category Professional Department Office of the Dean
- College of Education Division Division of Academic Affairs Open Date 09/02/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement Bachelor’s Degree in related field. Teacher Certification and Master’s degree preferred. Three years of experience with records and data, preferably in an educational environment. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position Performs complex administrative program work for the Office of Educational Assessment and Accountability. Primary Responsibilities Attends regular Texas Education Agency ( TEA ), State Board for Educator Certification ( SBEC ), and State Board of Education ( SBOE ) meetings and trainings and participates in TEA
-sponsored webinars and meetings. At the invitation of TEA , may participate in stakeholder committee/sub-committees. Oversees program compliance. Stays current in Texas Administrative Code and Texas Education Code and communicates changes and anticipated changes. Recommends program improvements and implements changes as they occur to ensure program compliance. Facilitates TEA reporting and accreditation reviews. Responsible for verification of students’ successful completion of admission requirements for acceptance to certification program.

Reviews candidates’ academic/testing status to ensure all state/program requirements are met prior to recommending them to the State Board for Educator Certification for the issuance of a certificate. Compiles/submits data and reports. Leads Title II reporting. Collaborates with Educator Preparation Program faculty and staff to ensure the accuracy of certification information. Presents at orientations and in classrooms. Adds attributes, completes applicable out-ot-state documents, and completes transfer forms.

Monitors/tracks gates/processes and reviews and ensures the accuracy of records. Conducts information sessions for candidates. Informs candidates of state and program policies and procedures to apply for certificates. Represents SHSU at conferences and meetings. Responsible for clearance and approval of undergraduate and graduate candidates to register to take certification exams. Performs other related duties as assigned. Other Specifications…