Graduate Program Coordinator I

Texas A&M University System • College Station, TX

3d • $50,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Water Management & Hydrological Science (WMHS) program is seeking a Graduate Program Coordinator I to advise graduate students on academic requirements, degree planning, and course registration. The coordinator helps facilitate a positive academic experience by supporting admissions and recruitment, student success activities, and general administration.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong computer and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to independently plan, schedule, carry out work, and meet deadlines.
• 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.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

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.
• 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 applicant 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.
• Access to free LinkedIn Learning training and webinars, plus limited financial support for conferences and workshops.
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while employed by Texas A&M.
• Living Well employee wellness program.

What This Job Offers

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