Program Coordinator I

Texas A&M - Kingsville • Kingsville, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Program Coordinator I, under general supervision, coordinates the planning, development and implementation of assigned program. This role is with Texas A&M University–Kingsville, a member of the Texas A&M University System, located in Kingsville, Texas. The university is the oldest institution of higher learning in South Texas and offers a wide range of academic programs, exceptional facilities, and conducts impactful research. The university is recognized for its commitment to student success, research, and community engagement. Kingsville is a friendly city located near Corpus Christi and the border with Mexico.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required in education, psychology, or related field from an accredited college/university.
• Two years of professional experience working in a TRIO federal program or similar program for supporting veterans including experience providing case management services and advising veterans with the college admissions and financial aid application process.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• This position is security sensitive.
• This position will require export-control authorization prior to starting employment.
• This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures.
• All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Professional or personal experience in overcoming barriers similar to those facing project participants.

Responsibilities

• Creates purposeful interactions with students to develop individualized, student-centered educational plans that support academic success.
• Assesses the academic and support needs of program participants.
• Provides academic support and enrichment opportunities, including study skills, computer skills, and writing workshops.
• Provides goal-oriented academic advising to help students make informed decisions regarding educational planning and career exploration.
• Monitors student academic progress, grades, and program participation.
• Assists students in addressing academic or personal barriers and connects them with appropriate university and community support services.
• Advises students regarding academic policies and procedures, including academic probation and suspension, course withdrawal, and satisfactory academic progress.
• Develops and administers curriculum based on the individual needs and academic preparation of participants.
• Assists participants with accessing and utilizing online learning materials.
• Develops tutoring schedules based on individual student needs and academic preparation.
• Advises and trains student tutors and peer mentors to effectively support program participants.
• Collaborates with other programs and university faculty and staff to address participant needs and promote student success.
• Provides high-quality customer service to prospective participants, current participants, students, the university, and the community.
• Plans, implements, and evaluates program services and activities.
• Maintains accurate student records, grades, participation information, financial records, and other required program documentation.
• Maintains program records and databases, including hard-copy and electronic files.
• Reviews program applications, interviews students and parents, and ensures required documentation is complete and compliant with applicable rules and regulations.
• Collects, compiles, enters, and monitors data related to program goals and objectives.
• Compiles program statistics and assists with data preparation for required reports, including Annual Performance Reports submitted to the U.S. Department of Education.
• Ensures program services, records, and activities comply with federal grant requirements and university rules and regulations.
• Coordinates project activities and services in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Assists with preparing and monitoring program and event budgets.
• Assists in identifying potential funding opportunities.
• Assists with updating the Veterans Upward Bound handbook in coordination with administrative support.
• Responds to inquiries regarding program offerings, eligibility, activities, and services.
• May supervise program staff.
• Plans and implements program events, including conferences, seminars, lectures, meetings, workshops, and educational activities.
• Plans and delivers educational seminars, workshops, academic classes, enrichment activities, and other programming for Veterans Upward Bound participants.
• Develops and implements cultural, social, and academic enrichment activities.
• Creates, implements, and assesses participant awareness programming designed to achieve established program objectives.
• Coordinates and promotes recruitment activities and events within designated target areas.
• Develops innovative strategies to increase participation in the Veterans Upward Bound program.
• Coordinates program communications, marketing, outreach, and publicity.
• Develops promotional plans and communicates program information through various channels, including social media.
• Develops and updates training and educational materials and delivers training sessions as needed.
• Promotes program activities and services to prospective participants, current participants, university partners, and the community.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value). Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: Employee and Spouse Employee and Children Employee and Family coverage
• Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
• On-Campus Wellness Opportunities: TAMUK’s Wellness Program is designed to enrich lives through health and wellness programming that is meaningful and impactful.
• Work Life Solutions: Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
• Tuition Benefits: Employee Tuition Assistance Program Book scholarships
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Retirement: Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), dependent on position
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
• Employee Leave: 8+ hours of vacation per month
• 8 hours of sick leave per month
• 8 hours of paid Birthday leave
• 12-15 paid holidays per year

What This Job Offers

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