Program Coordinator I (Veteran's Services)

Job Title

Program Coordinator I (Veteran's Services)

Agency

Texas A&M International University

Department

University Registrar

Proposed Minimum Salary

$19.06 hourly

Job Location

Laredo, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Job Summary

The Program Coordinator I (Veteran’s Services), under general supervision, coordinates the planning, development and implementation of assigned program.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Plans and implements program events such as conferences, seminars, lectures, meetings and workshops.

• May assist in preparation and monitoring of budgets for programs and events.

• Responds to inquiries regarding program offerings.

• Coordinates program communications and marketing.

• Compiles program statistics.

• May develop and update training materials and deliver training sessions.

• Maintains program records and databases.

• May assists in identifying funding opportunities.

• Plans and implements programs and assists in their evaluation.

• May supervise program staff.

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be complete list of all tasks and functions.  Other duties may be assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain current knowledge of VA education policies and programs.

• Registrar process and procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• Education – Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.

• Experience – Two years of program administrative experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Prior experience and knowledge of VA education policies and programs.

• VA Education Benefits

• Veterans encouraged to apply.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.

Ability to:

• Multitask and work cooperatively with others. 

• Verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Knowledge and Abilities

• Prior experience with VA education policies and programs

• Academic advising

• Banner or similar proprietary system

• Degreeworks

• Presentation skills

Licensing / Professional Certification – None.

Physical Requirements – General Office Environment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervision of others

This position may supervise employees.

Other Requirements

• Evening and weekend work may occasionally be required.

• Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.

• Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.

Salary: $19.06/hourly

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you “Submit” the application materials.  The software does not allow you to “Save” your application and return to complete the process at a later time.  The page "My Experience" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to include:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• 3 -5 professional references and their full contact information

• Unofficial transcripts

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.