Program Coordinator I

tamus; Prairie View (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie View A&M University in Prairie View, TX seeks a Program Coordinator I to support planning, development, and implementation of assigned programs within the College of Engineering. The role includes coordinating summer camps, K-12 outreach, recruitment events, student competitions, campus tours, and related duties.

The salary is commensurate with education and experience, aligned to the university compensation structure, and the position involves representing the college at career fairs,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Two years of related work experience.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and cooperate with others.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and manage all College of Engineering summer camps.
• Coordinate student competitions and hackathons; lead large recruitment events.
• Plan K-12 events from Elementary to College Day.
• Represent the college at career fairs and outreach events.
• Design and update brochures, campaigns, presentations, and merch.
• Organize tours of the Engineering facilities for prospective students and guests.
• Collect and analyze data for outreach and reporting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Database software

Job description

Job Title Program Coordinator I

Agency Prairie View A&M University

Department College Of Engineering

Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate

Job Location Prairie View, Texas

Job Type Staff

Job Description

Important Immigration information:

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly , if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate .

The Program Coordinator I, under general supervision, coordinates the planning, development, and implementation of assigned programs. This position will plan and coordinate summer camps, k-12 outreach, recruitment events, student competitions, campus tours, and other duties as assigned.

The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

Responsibilities

• Summer Camp Management - plan, organize, and manage all aspects of the College of Engineering summer camps, including the Girls Techno Summer Camp.
• Oversee the coordination of student competitions and hackathons. Serve as lead coordinator for large-scale University recruitment and outreach events, including Panthers Day on the Hill and Senior Day on the Hill.
• Coordinate, plan, and organize K-12 events. This includes Elementary Day, Middle School Day, High School Preview Day, and College of Engineering College Day.
• Attend career fairs, school visits, STEM nights, and other community events as a representative of the college.
• Design and regularly update college brochures, flyers, email campaigns, presentations, and promotional merchandise.
• Coordinate tours of the College of Engineering's facilities for prospective students, parents, educators, and VIP guests.
• Collect, organize, and review photos post-event to select high-quality images for marketing, reporting, social media, and website updates for the College of Engineering
• Collect, track, and analyze data related to outreach, recruitment, and student success programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree
• Two years of related work experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years of related experience (communications, administrative office positions, and similar roles are related).

Job Posting Close Date

09/11/2026

Background Check Requirements

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.