Program Coordinator I

Texas A&M University System • College Station, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Texas A&M AgriLife Research is hiring a Program Coordinator I to support the smooth operation and success of the Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communications. The position combines administrative support, event planning, and communications. It maintains general office functions, supports student workers, and coordinates safety and technology trainings. It also serves as a liaison for the Advancement Board and Former Students, facilitating communications and virtual meetings and supporting departmental events. The role contributes to marketing and communications by managing social media and the department webpage, designing newsletters and digital materials, and preparing internal announcements.

The position requires on-site presence in College Station and is not eligible for remote work. Flexible work schedules may be available depending on the nature of the role. Occasional work beyond normal business hours and travel to locations in College Station or Bryan are required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Working knowledge of Google apps, Microsoft Teams, Adobe Pro, and Canva.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with coordinating and facilitating virtual conferences and meetings.
• Design, content curation, and editing skills.
• Basic understanding of multiple social media platforms, including LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
• Creativity, time management, teamwork, and flexibility.
• Ability to work beyond normal business hours on occasion.
• Ability to travel to various locations in College Station or Bryan on occasion.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud products such as Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator.
• Working knowledge of WordPress.
• Social media strategy development experience or knowledge.
• Knowledge of social media algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Assist with overseeing student workers and maintaining general office functions.
• Arrange and host safety and technology trainings.
• Communicate with Advancement Board members and former students; host virtual committee meetings and record meeting minutes.
• Coordinate on-campus Industry “Lunch and Learns,” including invitations, catering, room reservations, hotel room blocks, and spouse or board activities.
• Communicate with the president and vice president, and write thank-you notes for department donors.
• Design and distribute a quarterly newsletter.
• Assist senior staff with planning seminars, faculty meetings, department head meetings, and other events.
• Schedule hotels and conference space for meetings and events.
• Plan departmental events, assist with the department awards banquet, and plan retirement events.
• Support search committee chairpersons.
• Serve as the administrative liaison between the department and AgriLife Marketing and Communications and Digital Education.
• Maintain the internal departmental announcement scroll.
• Oversee departmental social media and webpage and develop creative ideas to attract viewership.
• Develop and distribute faculty and staff announcements, including birthday and holiday messages and special invitations.
• Design departmental PowerPoint templates, stationery, conference posters, office décor, and related materials.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance, with AgriLife contributing to premiums.
• 12–15 annual paid holidays.
• Up to 8 hours per month of sick leave and at least 8 hours per month of vacation.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
• Employee Wellness Initiative.
• Access to ongoing professional development and training through Aspire, LinkedIn Learning, and internally developed programs.

What This Job Offers

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