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.
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 202500264S Title Specialist III - Clinical Affiliation & Credentialing Specialist (The Woodlands Center) FLSA status Non-Exempt Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade 06. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.Occupational Category Technical/Para-Professional Department Nursing Division Division of Academic Affairs Open Date 08/25/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement Associates degree in related field. Three years related experience or experience in a related field. One year of experience in credentialing, affiliation agreements, and/or a related area preferred. Certifications may be required. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered Nature & Purpose of Position Performs advanced specialist duties for the School of Nursing. Ensures compliance with regulatory standards and supports the onboarding and credentialing of nursing faculty, staff, and students. Primary Responsibilities Performs advanced specialist duties for the School of Nursing. Develops and maintains affiliation agreements between university, clinical, and healthcare organizations. Assists with the credentialing process, including records, clinical partner requirements, licensure, and certifications that meet the compliance of state, federal, and organization standards. Assists in the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to the credentialing and affiliation agreement process. Facilitates affiliation agreements and assists with the nursing credentialing processes. Supports other team functions, as necessary. Performs other related duties as assigned. Other Specifications Requires a general knowledge of standard office functions. Requires good knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards for nursing credentialing. Must be able to use standard office software, with proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, and credentialing software preferred. Must be able to apply policies and procedures and solve routine problems of a repetitive nature. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and tasks. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Commitment to continuous quality improvement. Full Time Part Time Full Time Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/44651 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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