Texas A&M University

Job Title

Program Coordinator I P9

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Geography

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Here’s a Glimpse of the Job

The Program Coordinator supports the planning, development, recruitment, and implementation of the Water Management and Hydrological Science Program by advising graduate students and building relationships with key water‑sector partners both within and outside Texas A&M University to expand internship opportunities, job prospects, and program initiatives.

Opportunities to Contribute

• Provides academic advising to WMHS graduate students, including degree requirements, financial aid, student services, course schedules, degree plans, academic concerns, GAT schedules, and ongoing advising support.
• Reviews degree plans and processes add/drops, substitutions, and degree audits using COMPASS, including blocking/unblocking and maintaining student records.
• Coordinates with advisors and graduate directors across partner colleges to develop and maintain tools that track graduate student progress.
• Coordinates teaching schedules, textbook requisitions, catalog updates, and participates in college-level graduate operations and advising meetings.
• Collaborates with the Program Chair to compile and recommend scholarship awards and assistantship allocations.
• Uses university systems for recruitment, advising, and record‑keeping tasks, including updates to the Access database of current and former students.
• Responds to prospective students, attends recruitment conferences, compiles admissions data, keeps applicants informed, conducts English‑proficiency interviews, and facilitates WMHS admissions procedures.
• Plans student welcoming events and informs students of job opportunities through the program website, email, and social media.
• Coordinates with the Program Chair and faculty to develop internship opportunities with water organizations and consulting firms.
• Assists the Chair in developing assessment metrics, compiling and analyzing assessment data, and supporting strategic planning for the program.
• Maintains and updates the WMHS website and social media platforms, supporting refinement of the program’s online presence.
• Assigns and monitors student office space and coordinates WMHS seminars, symposia, poster sessions, and student publication activities.
• Works cooperatively with faculty, staff, and campus partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience in higher education.

A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess:

• Master's Degree or PhD in Geoscience or closely related field.
• Two years of program management experience.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Familiarity with TAMU Graduate academic policies and procedures; higher education academic advising experience.

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 Department of Geography (http://geography.tamu.edu) has 29 faculty members with strengths in biogeography, climatology, geomorphology, human geography, human-environment relationships, and Geographic Information Science and Technology (GIST), and Environmental Programs in Geosciences. We are based in the College of Arts & Sciences (https://artsci.tamu.edu). The College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of Texas A&M University. From anthropology to zoology, and women’s and gender studies to applied mathematical sciences, our disciplines are woven throughout the tapestry of modern society. With 130+ programs of study, our students find their passions, achieve academic success and secure the careers of their dreams. Our faculty contribute to the greater good by making discoveries and developing outreach services of local, national and global significance. Our partners find rich collaborations and support that empower individuals and organizations to make an impact.

Texas A&M University, a land-, sea-, and space-grant university, is located in a metropolitan area with a dynamic and international community of over 255,000 people.

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.