Coordinator III - Project Coordinator

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sam Houston State University is looking for a qualified Coordinator III - Project Coordinator to manage the planning and delivery of LEMIT programs. This full-time position involves a variety of responsibilities including scheduling, registration, and logistical coordination, ensuring effective program execution.

Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree and have at least three years of relevant professional experience in teaching or project management. The role demands strong leadership, communication skills, and the ability to manage complex tasks.

Qualifications

• Three years professional experience in teaching, training of personnel, employee development.
• Ability to analyze and solve complex technical problems.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the overall program including scheduling, contract negotiation, and registration process.
• Manages classroom settings and classroom management effectively.
• Develops relationships with participants and instructors.

Skills

Project management

Event planning

Leadership development

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Requisition

202600184S

Title

Coordinator III - Project Coordinator

FLSA status

Exempt

Hiring Salary

This position is a pay grade 12. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.

Occupational Category

Professional

Department

Bill Blackwood LEMIT

Division

Division of Academic Affairs

Open Date

06/30/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Educational and Experience Requirement

Bachelor’s degree. Three years professional experience in teaching, training of personnel, employee development, leadership development, project management, and event planning. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.

Nature & Purpose of Position

Provides coordination and support in the planning, development, and delivery of the assigned LEMIT program. Assists the Program Manager by ensuring all operational, logistical, and participant-focused components of the program are executed effectively.

Primary Responsibilities

Coordinates the overall program such as scheduling dates on LEMIT calendar, reserves classrooms, negotiates contracts with instructors, develops the registration process, orders supplies, negotiates hotel room block contracts, negotiates banquet and audio-visual services. Ability to speak in front of groups and handle classroom management effectively. Analyzes information accurately and adopts an effective course of action. Ability to deal successfully with people and develops relationships with participants and instructors, professional organizations. Analyzes and solves complex technical problems. Assumes independent responsibility for decisions and actions. Effectively direct the work of team members. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications

Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws. Ability to supervise business functions. Communicates with other university departments, personnel, and other agencies.

Full Time Part Time

Full Time

Quicklink

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/47672

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

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