
Join the Tarleton State Family
Regarded as one of the most innovative and fastest-growing public universities in the nation, Tarleton State is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce.

External Applicants
External applicants who are not a Texas A&M System employee must create an account before applying for positions on our new career site.

Internal Applicants
If you are a current/active employee of the Texas A&M System, you will access Workday through your SSO log-in, view and apply for any open positions.

Student Employment
Enrolled students can apply for a wide variety of on-campus jobs and local off-campus organizations through the Handshake employment system.

WHY TARLETON STATE
Competitive Salaries and Benefits
Healthcare
The Texas A&M University System offers medical plans to serve the varied needs of our employees .
Life and AD&D Insurance
The plan offers Basic Life, Dependent Life, and Optional Life to benefit-eligible employees.
Leave
Tarleton State offers various paid and unpaid leaves for regular, full time and qualifying part-time employees.
Employee Well-being
Our wellness program has a keen focus on employee health, success, productivity, and retention.
Learning & Development
We foster continual improvement for all employees through flexible, adaptive training and development.
Doctoral Assistance
Scholarship opportunities are available for Tarleton State employees, their spouses, and dependents.
Family Education Program
Scholarship opportunities are available for Tarleton State employees, their spouses, and dependents.
Masters Assistance
This program assists employees further their knowledge, skills, and job effectiveness.
Retirement & Insurance
Optional retirement plans which are intended to supplement your mandatory retirement plan
External Applicant Jobs
Applicants who are not a Texas A&M System employee.
Internal Applicant Jobs
Current/active employee of the Texas A&M System.
Student Jobs
Enrolled students of the Texas A&M System.
EXTENSIVE SUPPORT NETWORK
Job Opportunities at 4 Campuses & Online
Tarleton State offers an enriching community that supports our core values of excellence, integrity, and respect.
- Known as the ‘Cowboy Capital of the World’
- Tarleton State main campus located one-hour southwest of Dallas-Fort Worth
- 70% student population
- 95% employment rate with over 2,500 businesses
- Average rent cost <$1,000 per month
- 3 Locations: Chisholm Trail, TCC Trinity River, and Texas A&M-Fort Worth
- State-of-the-art IPE building that impacts medical and educational professions in the region
- First and second year courses held at Chisholm Trail
- Meeting & conference hosting available to the community at Chisholm Trail
- Part of the McLennan Community College University Center (MCC)
- 1,000 students in 30 undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs
- Classes offered evenings, days, and weekends
- Special military programs such as Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps
External Applicant Jobs
Applicants who are not a Texas A&M System employee.
Internal Applicant Jobs
Current/active employee of the Texas A&M System.
Student Jobs
Enrolled students of the Texas A&M System.
EMPLOYEE
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Our Purpose and Values

Mission
Tarleton State University, a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, transforms generations by inspiring discovery and leadership through educational excellence.

Vision
Tarleton State will be the premier comprehensive public university in the nation, with a keen focus on student success, teaching and research.

Excellence
Tarleton State Texans pursue greatness in all efforts, promoting a spirit of leadership, adaptability, and innovation for exceptional outcomes and a better world.

Integrity
Tarleton State Texans hold to the highest ethical standards and commit to serving others through transparency and accountability in everything we do.

Respect
Tarleton State Texans create a thriving community by embracing varied perspectives with civility, honoring tradition, and promoting collaboration so everyone thrives.
External Applicant Jobs
Applicants who are not a Texas A&M System employee.
Internal Applicant Jobs
Current/active employee of the Texas A&M System.
Student Jobs
Enrolled students of the Texas A&M System.