Program Specialist I

Texas A&M University System • McAllen, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Program Specialist I, under general supervision, performs entry-level specialist duties for the Together for a Better Tomorrow program. This role is located in McAllen, Texas. The position requires the ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving and/or flying on commercial airlines. The schedule involves work beyond normal office hours, including adaptable work hours on weekends/evenings, and occasional travel outside of the Lower Rio Grande Valley as well as substantial travel within the Lower Rio Grande Valley (multiple Counties).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Department of State Health Services (DSHS) certification, certified CHW and/or CHWI, Promotora Certification of Training, or ability to successfully complete Promotora Certification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English & Spanish.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Maintains attention to detail and utilizes sound judgment.
• Knowledge of Canva, Photoshop, & other design platforms.
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong computer literacy including ability to troubleshoot and provide technological support.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with developing, planning, implementing, and evaluating curriculum development efforts.
• Experience with assisting or leading training efforts.
• Public relations and marketing experience.
• Two years of related experience working with Spanish-speaking community members, stakeholders, and completing research and outreach activities.
• Experience with data collection and data management efforts.
• Experience with community-based participatory research efforts.

Responsibilities

• Assists in planning, developing, implementing, coordinating, and monitoring program or services.
• Assists in the development of policies, procedures, guidelines, and preparation/maintenance of budgets, special reports, and other documents.
• Creates, establishes, and maintains program files, databases, correspondence, and program materials.
• Assists in communication with employees.
• Assists in planning and developing specialized meetings and workshops to facilitate program goals.
• Assists in coordinating specialized program communications and marketing materials.
• Liaises with participants in the programs to ensure all administrative processes are completed correctly.
• Attends meetings and conferences to discuss the progress of assigned programs.
• Assists other program staff in evaluating the success and impact of specialized programs.
• Serves as the first point of contact for program information and coordinates responses to requests for program information via email and social media.
• Other duties as assigned.

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