Job Information
Texas A&M University Program Specialist III in College Station, Texas
Job Title
Program Specialist III
Agency
Texas A&M Engineering
Department
Workforce Development
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Why work for Texas A&M Engineering?
Who we are
Texas A&M Engineering is a large employer in the great and growing cities of Bryan/College Station, offering thousands of career opportunities in a wide variety of fields. We are deeply committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce that embraces our core values of respect, excellence, leadership, loyalty, integrity, and service. Texas A&M Engineering offers competitive salaries, full benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education, research, and public service.
Job Description
Purpose:
The Program Specialist III, under general supervision, performs specialist duties for the Renewable Clean Energy and Nuclear Technology (ReCENT) Program with primary responsibility to the NPI Pre-K -12 ProgramsReCENT Outreach and Training Programs.
Responsibilities:
Provides advanced professional level administrative support to the Director.
Coordinates college/university activities and events.
Coordinates conferences, seminars, meetings, and workshops to facilitate ReCENT program goals.
Coordinates planning, development, implementation and coordination of activities related to ReCENT program.
Coordinates specialized program communications and marketing materials, including managing all ReCENT social media.
Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and guidelines. Coordinates in the preparation and maintenance of budgets, special reports, and other documents.
Coordinates and attends meetings and conferences to discuss the progress of the program.
Other duties as assigned.
What we need:
Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three years of related experience.
What is helpful:
Experience in Pre-K – 12th Grade Education and/or Professional Education Training
Experience managing program logistics
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of social media platform management and general office computer applications and program.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills.
Maintains attention to detail and utilizes sound judgment.
Work Location:
- Main Campus – College Station, TX.
About The Workforce Development Division
The Workforce Development Division of Texas A&M Engineering will be the premier provider of programs, conferences, professional development, and educational opportunities to prepare experts, employees and advocates for STEM-related fields. The Workforce Development Division has six programs: Spark! PK-12 Engineering Education Outreach, ReCENT, Engineering Academies, TEES EDGE Professional Education, Regional Divisions, Conference and Events Planning Services. Through these programs, the division creates and coordinates opportunities worldwide to hone expertise among engineering professionals and train or retrain those interested in emerging engineering fields while concurrently engaging with PK-collegiate educators and students to encourage future engineers.
Texas A&M Engineering provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:
Competitive health benefits.
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance options.
Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS), a defined benefit retirement plan with 8% employer contribution.
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.
Tuition assistance https://engineering.tamu.edu/information/esac/staff-development/staff-development-opportunities.html
Wellness program release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.
Helpful Applicant Information
Required Materials for Application:
Resume/CV
Three work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor/former supervisor.
Letter of interest
Compensation Philosophy:
Recruit and retain high-performing workforce through competitive compensation and career development including career pathing, coaching and skills development.
Offer total rewards, flexible benefits, professional development, performance recognition and work-life balance.
Ensure resources are readily available and utilized to attract and retain the highest quality researchers, faculty, and staff.
Employment Eligibility Verification
- If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in delay of start date.
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.
