Special Program Aid (Program Specialist II)

Special Program Aid (Program Specialist II)

Job Title
Special Program Aid (Program Specialist II)

Agency
Texas A&M International University

Department
Research & Sponsored Projects

Proposed Minimum Salary
$17.55 hourly

Job Location
Laredo, Texas

Job Type
Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Description

The Program Specialist II, under general supervision, performs specialist duties for a department, college, or division.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans and develops specialized programs such as conferences, seminars, lectures, meetings, and workshops to facilitate program goals. Plans, develops, implements, coordinates, and monitors program or services.
  
• Provides and coordinates advanced professional level administrative support to programs and may assign duties for specified programs.
  
• Confers with staff on program issues and problems. Coordinates specialized program communications and marketing materials.
  
• Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and guidelines. 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

• Collect research project data
  
• Follow Responsible Conduct of Research guidelines
  
• Recruit and retain project participants
  

Minimum Requirements

• Education - Bachelor's degree in applicable field
  
• Experience - Two years of related experience
  

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.
  

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 does not supervise employees.
  

Other Requirements

• Evening and/or weekend work may be required
  
• This position is contingent upon funding and/or need
  

First review of applications will be May 27, 2022

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
  
• 3-5 professional references and their full contact information, and
  
• Unofficial transcript(s)
  

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-TAMIU/Special-Program-Aid--Program-Specialist-II-_R-049770

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