Grant Specialist

Posting Number

2026412

Grant Specialist

Grant Specialist

San Marcos, Other - Kyle Texas, Seguin Texas

Upward Bound San Marcos

Open Recruiting

Full-Time

Grant

$3,625.00

Exempt

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work or a related field.
• Experience with academic support programs that include academic advising, and the college exploration/application process.
• Effective writing and speaking skills.
• Experience with computer software (Microsoft suite) and database management platforms.

• 1 year experience with academic advising, college, and career preparation, and the college exploration/application process.
• Experience developing programs, events, trips, and workshops for students.
• Experience working with summer programs for students.
• Bilingual (Spanish) speaking/writing.

This is a grant funded position. Continuation of this position is contingent upon grant funding. Reports to the Director of Upward Bound San Marcos program.

The Upward Bound Grant Specialist assists with the academic achievement and pursuit of post‑secondary education enrollment for program participants.

Position located at three target schools (San Marcos, Kyle, Seguin) and at the Texas State Campus in San Marcos.

Evening and weekend work required.

• Assist with program recruitment.
• Assist with completing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) needs assessments and LASSI’s annually for new and continuing participants.
• Assist with monitoring student grades and tracking academic progress.
• Assist with after school tutoring, Saturday Sessions, and Summer Program.
• Provide college admission and financial aid process information. Support recently graduated seniors as they transition to postsecondary education.
• Assist with the documentation of services provided, tracking, and reporting.
• 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.

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.

03/27/2026

Yes

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

8:00AM

5:00PM

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.

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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…