Graduate Program Coordinator I

Texas A&M • College Station, TX

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About The Position

The Water Management & Hydrological Science (WMHS) program at Texas A&M University is seeking a Graduate Program Coordinator I to advise graduate students on academic requirements, degree planning, and course registration. The coordinator will help facilitate a positive academic experience by supporting student success, graduate admissions and recruitment, and general program administration. The role also supports students’ professional development through internship and career opportunities with water organizations and consulting firms, and coordinates program events and activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Ability to independently plan, schedule, and carry out work while meeting deadlines.
• Strong computer and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to support event or activity coordination.
• Proficiency in standard office software and technology.
• Ability to work with confidential information, think critically, multitask, and work well with others.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or PhD.
• Familiarity with TAMU Graduate academic policies and procedures.
• Higher education academic advising experience.
• Two years of program management experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor student progress and maintain academic records.
• Collaborate with faculty and campus partners to support student success.
• Use University systems for student recruitment, advising, and record-keeping tasks.
• Support recruitment, admissions, and enrollment activities for prospective students.
• Guide applicants through the admissions process and evaluate application materials.
• Coordinate student onboarding and welcome events.
• Respond to prospective applicants’ requests for information and meet with prospective students.
• Interview applicants and provide recommendations to the admissions committee.
• Develop and promote internship and career opportunities with water organizations and consulting firms.
• Build relationships with employers and industry partners.
• Collect, manage, and report program data and assessment metrics.
• Maintain student databases and program records.
• Support strategic planning, communications, and special projects.
• Coordinate WMHS-sponsored seminars, research symposia, and student poster programs.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance; Texas A&M contributes to employee health and basic life premiums.
• 12–15 days of annual paid holidays.
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
• Free exercise programs and release time.
• Free LinkedIn Learning training and webinars, with limited financial support to attend conferences and workshops.
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while employed at Texas A&M.
• Living Well employee wellness program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level