Graduate Program Coordinator I

Texas A&M University System • Bryan, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Office of Graduate Studies is seeking a Graduate Program Coordinator I to serve as a key partner in helping graduate students navigate both medical and graduate curricula by coordinating admissions, recruitment, student support activities, academic milestones, and program operations. This role supports innovative academic programs, works with students to make a meaningful contribution to their success, coordinates events that foster student engagement, community, and academic achievement, and builds lasting relationships across campus connecting students, faculty, and stakeholders. The ideal candidate is a relationship builder, problem solver, and trusted partner who can navigate complex academic environments with ease. They thrive on collaboration, embrace new challenges, and take pride in supporting programs and initiatives that contribute to student success and the future of healthcare education.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to support event or activity coordination
• Proficiency in standard office software and technology
• Ability to work with confidential information.
• Ability to think critically
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others

Nice To Haves

• Three or more years of experience in an academic or medical education setting, specifically working with graduate curricula.
• Proven experience providing administrative support to senior academic leadership, including high-level calendar management and committee facilitation.
• Familiarity with university policies and procedures related to graduate education.
• Experience with student information systems (e.g., Banner, PeopleSoft, Slate, or similar)
• Familiarity with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard) preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs general administrative tasks that are essential to support program operations for EDHP, Graduate Certificates and MD+ including facilitating operations for relevant graduate committees, including preparing agendas and documentation.
• Acts as the primary administrative point of contact and liaison for the Associate Dean, managing professional scheduling, calendar coordination, and operational alignment.
• Coordinates program activities and resources across campuses and serves as a liaison between the certificate programs and the Graduate Instruction Committee (GIC).
• Ensures all program actions, especially the MD+ dual enrollment transition, align with Texas A&M University System policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Responsible for the annual review and updating of the EDHP MS and Graduate Certificate Program Handbooks to ensure alignment with University and Office of Graduate Studies (OGS) policies.
• Performs essential administrative tasks including processing relevant financial transactions and maintaining program files.
• Assists with documentation needed for program accreditation including moving the MD+ to dual enrolment status.
• Assists with admission process for the MS and Certificate in EDHP and any stand along graduate certificate, providing administrative coordination for the admissions committees.
• Monitors applications for all graduate certificates and EDHP master’s programs, ensuring all materials are available for review and interviews.
• Helps manage the specialized administrative workflow for MD+ students.
• Participates in recruitment activities, including managing faculty surveys and organizing information sessions for prospective certificate students.
• Assists with planning and executing orientations specifically tailored for EDHP MS and graduate certificate cohorts.
• Coordinates degree milestones for MS students, including thesis defenses or final project submissions.
• Supports the production of seminars, retreats, and student activities that accommodate both local and remote students.
• Provides administrative support for university-wide graduate initiatives and special events hosted by the Office of Graduate Studies.
• Maintains accurate data related to graduate students and programs.
• Maintains precise data for MD+ students, tracking their progress through the distinct medical and graduate curricula.
• Generates and analyzes reports on student progress and program outcomes for the EDHP MS to ensure timely graduation.
• Maintains accurate data on student research progress, and the completion of certificate-specific requirements.
• Prepares internal data summaries to assist leadership in program evaluation and resource allocation.
• Guides student success activities by addressing the academic and professional development needs of MS and certificate students.
• Helps support Graduate Student Organizations and fosters engagement within the EDHP community and for Graduate Certificate students.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing 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
• All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree