Job Title
Program Coordinator IAgency
Texas A&M UniversityDepartment
SociologyProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
College Station, TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
Here’s a Glimpse of the Job
The Program Coordinator I, under general supervision, provides administrative support to the Department Head, Director of Graduate Programs, Senior Administrative Coordinator, faculty, and graduate students. This position coordinates day‑to‑day office activities, Graduate Program operations, and a variety of events and initiatives, and also supports the planning, development, and implementation of assigned programs.
Opportunities to Contribute
Provides administrative support to the Graduate Director(s), Department Head, and students by managing graduate processes and coordinating data collection and record keeping.
Maintains confidential student files and databases and serves as the department’s liaison with the School for Graduate and Professional Studies.
Enters admission decisions and assists graduate students with registration, schedule changes, Q‑drops, add/drops, and resolve enrollment holds.
Compiles graduate tuition and fee eligibility lists and processes scholarships and tuition/fee postings using RPAAWRD and TWAPMTS.
Plans and coordinates Graduate Program events, managing logistics such as travel, facilities, equipment, and catering.
Provides on‑site and administrative support for departmental events, colloquia, meetings, seminars, and other special functions.
Supports departmental administrative functions by managing daily operational tasks, helping implement and communicate administrative policies and procedures, and attending meetings on behalf of supervisors.
Uses independent judgment to improve services, processes, and programs and collaborates with Graduate Director(s) to provide information and recommendations.
Submits expense reports and uploads required receipts and documentation in Emburse.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of experience.
Additional 2 years of administrative experience.
A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess:
Experience working with OGAP processes
Strong communications, planning, and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation applications.
Ability to cultivate and maintain professional working relationships.
Ability to work effectively with others.
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Experience working with faculty and general academic operations.
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate's education and experience.
What you need to do
Apply! Submitting a cover letter, resume’/CV to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.
Why Texas A&M University?
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
The College of Arts and Sciences at Texas A&M is the academic heart and foundation of this world-class university. The 18 departments and more than 130 academic programs in arts and sciences offer students the opportunity to pursue an extraordinarily wide range of subjects spanning the natural sciences, humanities, mathematics, social sciences, languages and life sciences. Here, they have amazing opportunities for participating in ground-breaking research, study abroad experiences, immersive field work with world-renowned experts, and real-world experiences through internships and professional programs - an academic journey that supports, engages and inspires them from the very beginning to launching successful careers.
The Department of Sociology offers a quality undergraduate and graduate education, recognized as one of the nation’s leading programs in the field by the American Sociological Association. The department offers excellent opportunities for training in various areas of expertise and research. Learn more about us at: https://liberalarts.tamu.edu/sociology/
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
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
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: 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
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.