Program Specialist II

Texas A&M • College Station, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is part of the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station’s Workforce Development team and is assigned to the Texas A&M Engineering Conferences and Events team. It plans, implements, and executes special events, programs, and presentations for the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station and the College of Engineering. The position also maintains the events management system and supports departmental and center-related events as needed. Attendance at weekend and evening events is required.

The position involves direct engagement with minors and youth during program activities. The employee must adhere to university policies and state regulations concerning the safety and protection of minors. The role is based on the Main Campus in College Station, Texas.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related event experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to learn an online reservation system, track numerous details, use critical thinking, adapt quickly, and apply creative problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Administrative experience.
• Experience planning, implementing, and executing events.
• Event management software experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and execute special events, programs, and presentations for the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station and the College of Engineering.
• Supervise, direct, and coordinate event personnel and vendors.
• Provide post-event analysis, budget summaries, and participation feedback.
• Support and work within the events management system.
• Support college, departmental, and center events as necessary.
• Lead major projects and improve and implement College-wide event policies and procedures.
• Manage Departmental Event Liaison education and communication.
• Adhere to university policies and state regulations concerning the safety and protection of minors during program activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive medical insurance through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and prescription coverage through Express Scripts.
• Optional vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• Defined benefit retirement plan through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), with an 8.25% employer contribution.
• Voluntary retirement programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Free training access through LinkedIn Learning and professional development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance and educational release time.
• Engineer Your Wellness health and fitness programs.
• Wellness release time to promote work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

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