Program Specialist I

Program Specialist I

Job Title
Program Specialist I

Agency
Texas A&M International University

Department
University College

Proposed Minimum Salary
$16.04 hourly

Job Location
Laredo, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description

Job Summary

The Program Specialist I, under general supervision, performs entry-level specialist duties for a department, college, or division.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in planning, developing, implementing, coordinating, and monitoring programs and services.
  
• Plans and develops specialized programs such as conferences, seminars, lectures, meetings, and workshops to facilitate program goals.
  
• Coordinates specialized program communications and marketing materials.
  
• Assists in the development of policies and procedures. Assists in the preparation and maintenance of budgets, special reports, and other documents.
  
• Attends meetings and conferences to discuss the progress of assigned programs.
  

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

Additional Responsibilities

• Coordinate the peer mentoring program for University College, including hiring, training, scheduling, reporting, and evaluating of peer mentors.
  
• Work closely with faculty in ensuring peer mentors are properly embedded into the UNIV course objectives and student learning outcomes.
  
• Analyze data and compile reports for the peer mentoring program
  
• Plan, organize and assist faculty in all aspects of the peer mentoring program.
  
• Assist with the ACE team for the ACE Transition Program, ACE Priority Program and ACE Recovery efforts.
  

Minimum Requirements

• Education - Bachelor's degree in applicable field
  
• Experience - 3 years related experience preferably in a higher education setting
  
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered..
  

Preferred Education and Experience

• Knowledge of freshmen recovery efforts
  
• Registration procedures
  
• Faculty support
  
• Academic support
  
• Events and conference coordination
  

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Word processing and spreadsheet applications.
  

Ability to:

• Multitask and work cooperatively with others.
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills.
  
• Maintain attention to detail and utilizes sound judgment.
  

Preferred Knowledge and Abilities

• Able to apply software in updating the MAP Workbook for UNIV courses.
  

Licensing / Professional Certification - None.

Physical Requirements - None.

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

• Weekend and evening 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.
  

First review of applications will be November 22, 2022.

Salary: $16.04/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/CV
  
• Cover Letter
  
• At least 3 professional references and their full contact information, and
  
• Legible copies of unofficial transcripts, if a degree is required/preferred.
  

Applications received by Texas A&M International University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job 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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.


To apply, visit https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TAMIU_External/job/Laredo-TX/Program-Specialist-I_R-056226





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